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Jana and Armando Valdez_Founders of Haven Design and Construction _ full-service interior design _ San Antonio, Texas

Our Story

One of the first things that you notice about Armando and Jana Valdez is that they make a great team, but this builder husband and interior designer wife each had separate careers before they met each other. 
 
"I remember the night we met," Jana said, smiling, "It was at Matamoros restaurant, and we were there for the birthday party of a mutual friend.  Armando walked up to me and asked me to dance.  I nervously accepted because I don't know a thing about how to salsa!" she laughed.  "After the dance, we sat and talked for hours. Armando explained that he was a builder and realtor. I shared with him that I was an interior designer and the conversation just flowed," she remembers. “He really won my heart the following week when he rescued me from a dead car battery. That’s just who he is, always looking after everyone else.”
 
The two were married five months later at sunset on the San Antonio Riverwalk. They soon began collaborating on projects as Armando's extensive construction knowledge and building experience perfectly complimented Jana's interior design abilities. Haven Design and Construction was born.
 
"It was the next natural step," says Armando, "We share a passion for enhancing the lives of our clients through our work.  We draw the plans together, I manage construction and Jana selects the interior material finishes and furniture.  Now, it's time to share our vision with others.”

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Jana Valdez

PRINCIPAL INTERIOR DESIGNER, ALLIED ASID
KITCHEN & BATH SPECIALIST 

With 20 years of design experience, Jana is known for her discerning eye, attention to detail, and creative design solutions. Clients appreciate her personable demeanor and ability to translate their wishes into a design that perfectly reflects their personal style.
 
Jana holds a bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from Georgia Southern University, and has practiced in Georgia, South Carolina, Colorado, and Texas. She has additional specialized training as a luxury kitchen and bath designer with an emphasis on custom cabinetry design, and loves creating spaces that are unique and highly personalized. 
 
In 2016, she and husband Armando founded Haven Design and Construction, and together they create beautiful and thoughtfully-crafted homes in a variety of architectural styles. In her free time, Jana enjoys photography, creative writing, attending church, traveling, and mentoring design students.

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M. Armando Valdez 

LUXURY CUSTOM HOMEBUILDER
ICC CERTIFIED HOMEBUILDER REG #: RBC-22-00051

Armando has been immersed in construction projects his entire life. His father - a homebuilder - began teaching him plumbing, framing, electrical, and drafting at a young age and these skills still serve him today. After a career in the United States Army, he worked as a Realtor, a property manager, and an operations manager before returning to construction.

 

Armando's diverse work experience has served him well in his 30-year-long construction career, where he is respected for his extensive knowledge of construction and engineering, his hands-on approach to project management, and his dedication to producing properly-engineered and structurally-sound homes.  In 2024, Armando received his International Codes Council Certification as a National Residential Building Contractor, legally certifying him to build in all 50 states.

 

Armando is a dedicated husband and the proud father of two sons, Mark and Gabriel.  In his free time, he enjoys coaching a faith-based flag football team and playing softball. 

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Kind Words

"Haven Design and Construction's design-build team performed a full remodel and re-design on our home. We can’t say enough good things about Jana, Armando, and their entire team. They were professional, detail oriented, and efficient. Jana’s design work is beyond what we could’ve expected and made the vision of our dream home come true. Armando and his construction team were true professionals and their craftsmanship shows. We enjoyed working with the Haven team and appreciate their communication, patience, and dedication involved in our project. We would highly recommend Haven Design and Construction!"

- LISA M.
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