At GRAVA, every opportunity starts with engaging local communities to deliver on our common vision: to develop sustainable, walkable, and contextual properties that enhance the character of their environment. We believe that a return to traditional development patterns is essential to support a vibrant, diverse and inclusive community.
Gregory Vaca
Our Values
Community Focused Design
We prioritize people-centric design that respects the unique character of each community.
By incorporating input from residents, businesses, and local stakeholders, we ensure that our developments enhance the social fabric of the neighborhoods they inhabit.
Transit-Oriented Development
Sustainable Urban Living
We embrace sustainable development practices to minimize our ecological footprint.
From green building technologies to energy-efficient infrastructure, our projects are designed to contribute positively to the environment and create a more resilient urban landscape.
Cultural Preservation
We respect the historical and cultural heritage of the areas in which we operate. Through contextual urban infill and adaptive reuse and preservation of existing structures, we strive to integrate the past into the present, ensuring that our developments contribute to the continuity and identity of the community.
Social Well Being
Inspired by the insights of Jane Jacobs and Charles Montgomery, We prioritize the relationship between urban design and human happiness.
Our community-centric developments are designed to promote social interaction, health, and a sense of joy, fostering a positive living experience for all.
Meet Our Team
Our team brings decades of combined experience across real estate development, investment, finance, construction, and asset management. With backgrounds spanning institutional real estate and hands-on development, we have successfully executed complex projects from acquisition and entitlement through financing, construction, leasing, and stabilization. This experience allows GRAVA Properties to navigate challenging projects with a disciplined, entrepreneurial approach while building strong partnerships with investors, municipalities, lenders, and local stakeholders.
At a Glance
$300M+
Project Pipeline & Portfolio Value
$2.5B+
Total Development Experience
600+
Residential Units Developed & Under Development
30+
Years Combined Leadership Experience
100%
Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)
100%
Downtown Core & Infill Focus