Get to Know Us
John Linton, AIA
LEAD ARCHITECT, PARTNER
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With almost two decades of experience in architecture, it is John’s belief that the work we are involved with could have a greater purpose.
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As a company, we could do more to serve and our actions are distinctly different from others. Vanity often grabs the heart of a designer feeling like we can fit the shoes of the Creator.
We want to be completely humble in our efforts and rely on God and what He has taught us through life and business to take our client’s visions to reality.
Austin Haynes, PE
LEAD ENGINEER, PARTNER
Austin graduated from the University of Houston Cullen College of Engineering in 2010 and has provided engineering services throughout the United States and internationally.
From the oil fields of Midland to retail centers in Houston, he has worked with both public and private clients, adding value to their projects. Having worked closely with permitting entities in the Houston area, Austin has built relationships with the decision-makers in our area.
Austin enjoys working closely with clients providing designs that are not only practical but benefit from his permitting experience and relationships with public employees.
Janice Waggoner, RA
PROJECT ARCHITECT
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Janice holds a Master's degree in Architecture from Texas A&M University and brings over 20 years of expertise to a wide range of projects, from intimate designs to large-scale developments. Her philosophy centers on bringing her clients' visions to life, ensuring their needs and preferences guide the creative process rather than imposing her own artistic style. Janice is particularly passionate about space planning and creating spaces that are as functional as they are beautiful.
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Outside of work, Janice finds joy in supporting her two teenage daughters, attending musical theater performances, and spending time with her husband, their pets, and a revolving cast of foster puppies. Need a furry friend? Janice just might have one for you!
Toan Vu
ARCHITECT DESIGNER
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Toan is an architectural designer who joined Altar Group in January 2025, bringing over five years of experience in healthcare and commercial projects. Passionate about creating spaces that are both functional and visually compelling, Toan enjoys collaborating with teams to bring thoughtful designs to life. From concept to construction, he’s dedicated to making the process smooth and delivering results that truly meet clients’ needs.
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Outside of work, you’ll probably find Toan spending time with family and friends or diving into his hobby of building Gundam action figures.
Mina Moussad
ARCHITECT DESIGNER
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Mina brings a unique blend of expertise to Altar Group, holding a Master’s degree in Architecture from Boston Architectural College and a Master’s degree in Procedural Law from Egypt. With over 10 years in the construction industry and 3 years in architectural design, he bridges the gap between technical precision and legal insight, ensuring every project is both thoughtfully designed and seamlessly executed.
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Mina was drawn to Altar Group because of our shared values and morals. He also believes that every aspect of his work is an opportunity to serve a higher purpose, and that architecture is more than just buildings—it’s a way to serve others and reflect God’s love. His passion for faith, craftsmanship, and law comes through in every project, seeing design not just as a creative pursuit, but as a form of stewardship. For Mina, every detail is an opportunity to honor a higher purpose.
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Outside of work, Mina enjoys cooking, traveling, discovering different cultures, reading, working out, and listening to music. He is always looking for ways to grow and experience life to the fullest!
Bryan Torres
CIVIL DRAFTER
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Bryan is a skilled CAD drafter with over 4 years of experience. With an AutoCAD certification, Bryan has developed a strong foundation in creating precise and innovative designs. His skills assist in keeping the team moving forward and staying on track with projects.
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When he is away from work, Bryan enjoys spending time with family, sports and video games.
Victor Adeoye
CIVIL EIT​
Victor Adeoye joined Altar Group with a strong foundation in civil engineering and a deep curiosity about how infrastructure can shape communities for the better. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Texas Tech University and is currently pursuing his master’s in structural engineering at the University of Houston.
With over three years of experience in site development, Victor brings his enthusiasm and technical know-how to the team. He’s especially interested in grading, drainage design, permitting, and project planning—and is eager to continue growing in these areas to help build efficient, thoughtful spaces.
When he’s not working on site design, you can usually find Victor out for a run, listening to music, or exploring new cultures through food and travel.
Sergio De La Torre
CIVIL EIT​
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Sergio joined Altar Group in 2025 as a Graduate Civil Engineer after earning his BSE in General Engineering from Baylor University. His natural curiosity about how the world works fuels his approach to civil design, allowing him to thoughtfully analyze infrastructure systems and develop effective, well-rounded solutions. He’s excited to grow alongside the Altar team—both personally and professionally. He’s passionate about using his skills to serve others and be part of something bigger than himself.
Outside of work, Sergio taps into his artistic side—he plays the cello and guitar, enjoys drawing, cooking, and learning new languages. He also stays active by hitting the gym and exploring trails on his mountain bike. A few of his favorite things: spicy food, fruit, popcorn, time with friends, and being involved in his church community."
Melany Castaneda
DESIGNER
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Melany joined Altar Group in May 2022. Her interest in design and eagerness to learn something new have brought her to the team. She performs organizational tasks and assists in production.
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Melany plans to pursue a career in design-related field in the future. She enjoys spending her time off with her family, friends, and her dog, Angelo.
Rhonda Childs
PROJECT COORDINATOR
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Rhonda has always chosen a career path in the service of helping others. She has a background in graphic design, complex event scheduling and team management for non-profit and corporate organizations. When God led her to Altar Group, she knew it was a position that had purpose and would allow her to expand her gifts and talents. Whether it’s trying to organize the world, utilize her “Nancy Drew” skills for site investigations, or think of a creative place for our next team building adventure, she loves her job and feels like she’s surrounded by family. Being originally from New Orleans, Louisiana this matters greatly.
When Rhonda is not loving her job, she’s loving her family, which consists of her hubby of over 30 years, 3 amazing kids and Pippin the dog. If she’s not watching Lord of the Rings for the 100th time or finding the latest adventure with her family, she may be teaching children what it means to trust in Jesus every day, because it’s a lesson we never stop learning.
Sandra Sala-Diakanda
TALENT & PROJECT COORDINATOR​
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Sandra holds a BFA in Graphic Design and Illustration from AIU, and an AA in Architecture. She is an artist who has always had a passion for serving others with any talent or gift she feels blessed with. She joined Altar Group in October of 2024 as an in-house recruiter to facilitate the search for great candidates that fit our company like a glove. Her love of talking to people, and getting to know them, and her few years learning about architecture and design are the perfect combination to make her good at sourcing talent for Altar Group.
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Outside of work, she is running her art and illustration business from home, painting and making stationery that reflect her love of travel. She is most likely doing this while juggling three energetic little boys, with her husband! She loves, Nutella, coffee, traveling, and anything that involves laughing a lot and spending time with family and friends. Her favorite place to be is serving Jesus at her church with the worship team, or anywhere else she can.
Jules Flores
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
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Jules has always wanted to work in an environment that contributes to building God's kingdom here on Earth. Before Altar Group, this meant working with children and bringing them up in the way of Jesus. Now, in a more literal sense, building the kingdom while still helping to build it in others through conversation.
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Jules was drawn to this company because of the intentionality with the business decisions, and with the organizations that Altar Group supports. She believes in working with a purpose and this environment accomplishes significant purpose; loving and helping others through the skills Jesus has given us through wisdom and talent.​
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When she is not working or spending time with family, you can find Jules hunting down her favorite Korean restaurant for a delicious meal!