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Pegy Charlet Brimhall
Real Estate Professional
Pegy Charlet Brimhall is an accomplished entrepreneur and real estate professional who is the Principal of Figurd Development, a design-integrated real estate development company focused on residential projects in urban districts.13
Background and Education
Brimhall holds a bachelor's degree in Architecture from the University of Texas at Austin and an MBA from Cornell University, where she specialized in Financial Investing and Strategy.1 This unique combination of architectural design and business acumen has shaped her approach to real estate development.
Professional Experience
Before founding Figurd Development in 2017, Brimhall gained diverse experience in the field of architecture and development12:
- Worked on urban infill development and adapted re-use projects
- Contributed to luxury flagship projects for high-profile clients like Marc Jacobs
- Collaborated on resort projects with private developers
Figurd Development
As the Principal of Figurd Development, Brimhall focuses on:
- Urban infill projects in San Antonio's urban core, with additional work in Corpus Christi and Comfort
- Design-integrated real estate development for residential projects
- Creative approaches to add value to properties, such as incorporating attic spaces into usable square footage
- Improving construction efficiency and schedules
- Tackling complex projects to ensure uniqueness
Entrepreneurial Approach
Brimhall's entrepreneurial spirit is evident in her approach to real estate development:
- She maintains a database of real estate opportunities that may benefit investors
- Constantly seeks ways to "cut out the fat" from development processes to add value
- Focuses on strategy in real estate, which she finds similar to design work
Community Involvement
Brimhall is actively involved in giving back to the community and supporting aspiring entrepreneurs:
- Participated as a panelist at the Hustle and Socialize event for female entrepreneurs
- Spoke at the University of Southern California about entrepreneurship and parametric design in real estate
- Advocates for increased involvement of architects in construction projects
Pegy Charlet Brimhall's unique blend of architectural expertise, business acumen, and creative problem-solving has positioned her as a notable figure in the real estate development industry, particularly in urban infill projects and design-integrated development.13