Texas Border Business
Texas Border Business
Brownsville, TX — October 17, 2024 — Origo Works, a leading real estate development firm committed to enhancing communities through innovative projects, is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Murad Abusalim as its new Director of Design. With over 25 years of experience in architecture, urban planning, and sustainable community development, Dr. Abusalim brings a wealth of expertise to Origo Works.
Dr. Abusalim’s impressive career includes notable leadership roles at Texas Southmost College (TSC) and the University of Texas Brownsville (UTB). In these roles, he launched successful academic and technical programs. He focuses on developing sustainable housing and community planning, both domestically and internationally. His work emphasizes mixed-use developments and sustainable housing solutions.
“We welcome Dr. Abusalim to the Origo Works team. He has extensive experience creating sustainable designs and plans for cities and is committed to improving communities. This aligns with our goal to continue making positive, long-term impacts in our communities through real estate.” said Paul Serafy, Managing Director of Origo Works.
“Having someone of his caliber will elevate our projects and expand our capacity to create vibrant spaces for the communities we serve.”
Dr. Abusalim co-designed the first LEED Silver home south of San Antonio, featured in the 2013 TEDx Brownsville event. His work is highly regarded in the architectural community, and he demonstrates his passion for community engagement through his ongoing service on various boards and committees, including the Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) and the Brownsville Wellness Coalition (BWC).
Dr. Abusalim holds a Ph.D. in Land-Use Planning and Management Design and a Master of Science in Architecture from Texas Tech University. He also earned a Bachelor of Architecture from Near East University in Turkey. His design philosophy emphasizes sustainability and careful planning, considering societal and environmental impacts in every project.
As Director of Design, Dr. Abusalim will lead Origo Works’ design initiatives, focusing on creating sustainable, community-centric developments that enrich the Rio Grande Valley and beyond. His expertise will be invaluable in driving the company’s mission forward and fostering community engagement through meaningful, impactful design.
