Designing a new custom home is your chance for a fresh start. You have the opportunity to critically evaluate different spaces in your current house and figure out what you like, as well as what hasn’t been working for you and your family.
Certain properties in Houston are protected by ordinances governed by the Houston Archaeological and Historic Commission (HACH) to help preserve historical architectural significance. Preserving our architectural history is extremely important,...
Soil testing is imperative to building a custom home in Houston. It gives an engineer the proper data to ensureyour home’s structure will be well-supported and last for years, without the worry of expensive foundation-related repairs. Whether...
You've grown out of your home, but you're not sure what to do next. When you need a bigger home because you're lacking the space you need, such as more bedrooms, an in-law suite, or a larger kitchen, there are factors to consider. Should you add to...
Bungalow homes are a popular style that has been around for some time but pose some challenges for the modern family due to their size and lack of storage. Adding onto a home that you’ve outgrown is perfectly common. It can get a little tricky,...
You’ve looked around the Houston housing market and simply cannot find a home that fulfills your and your family’s must-haves. Buying a home outright is pretty straightforward. However, building a custom home requires much more planning–building a...
Farmhouse style has been around for a while now and has seen several iterations. It’s transformed from a country aesthetic to sophisticated and even sometimes a little transitional. Where does the farmhouse style come from and how has it evolved...
When you’re getting ready to build a custom home in Texas, you face a lot of questions. Is it better to buy the land before beginning the design process? Do I need to hire an architect or designer before buying the land? What is the land purchase...
The most successful home builds start with your architect and home builder working together from the very beginning. The process is more seamless and the outcome will meet your expectations, if not exceed them, while staying within your budget and...
Lumber prices have seen quite a lot of volatility over the past three years due mostly to production decrease and demand increase during the height of the pandemic. This drastic imbalance in supply and demand threw lumber into an unpredictable...