Fort Bend Publishing Group 2011
Greater houston’s finest custom home builders
The mission of the Custom Builders Council is to form an alliance among custom
builders to achieve the highest level
of professionalism and integrity; to offer our customers quality construction
and excellent customer service in the industry;
to offer continuing education to enhance our abilities; to provide an open forum
for communication and
exchanging ideas; and to strengthen our political position to help our industry.
Greater Houston
Builders Association
Custom Builder
Steering Committee
COUNCIL CHAIRMAN
David Gordon
Whitestone Builders Inc.
immediate past-chairman
Kevin Frankel, CGP
vice chairman
Scott Sage, CGB, GMB
Sage Built Homes LLC
Board Members:
Bo Butler
Butler Brothers Construction
Thomas J. Dorsey Jr.,
CGB, CGP
Dorsey Homes
Allen Griffin,
CGR, GMB, CAPS, CGP
Gryphon Builders
Stephen Hann,
CGR, gmb, gmr, cgp
Palmetto Homes by Stephen Hann
Jan Popiel, GMB, CGP
Popiel Homes, Inc.
Todd LeBlanc, CGB
LeBlanc Custom Homes Inc.
ADVISORY MEMBERS:
Walter Blake, CGP, GMB
Ram Industries Inc.
Donae Cangelosi, CGA, CGP
Cangelosi Companies
MEMBERSHIP/AMBASSADOR COMMITTEE CHAIR:
Judy Crain-Bonica, CGA, CGP
Mainland Custom Marble
Selecting the Right Builder
Seven tips to consider
before hiring a builder
Design-Build Home Builders – a Wise Choice
Discover the building process
Home Builder Dictionary
What you need to know
from A to Z
Creating a Home Office
That Works for You
Home offices
become a necessity
Work With a Qualified Builder Specialist
Look for the abbreviations
Improve Home Energy Efficiency with Technology
Reduce your utility bills
Spacious New Home Feel
Open floor plans provide flexibility
Boomers Dominate New Housing Trends
Home offices high on list for those working past 65 or starting a second career
Living Large Outdoors
Create a patio, deck or arbor
Trending Design
From owner’s suites to wall coverings, home design is never static
Reinventing the Home
for Empty Nesters
Now’s the time to make changes for that new lifestyle
Overlook Nothing
Do a little homework
before you buy
Make Yourself at Home, Outdoors
Reconnect with nature by
taking the indoors outside
Housing Interest Rates at Historic Lows
Buy now while they last
Tips for a Successful
Walk-Through
Be observant when inspecting your home
Adding a Pool
The easy solution for
summer entertaining
Add some Shade
Create an outdoor space
that offers moderating sun
and shade by choice
Five Things New Homeowners Should Do Right Away
Planning ahead will help reduce worries and problems
Award-winning custom home by
Christopher Sims Custom Homes
Architecture: Robert Dame Designs
Bruce Glass Photography
GHBA Houston’s Best
Custom Home Awards
Message
from the
Custom Builders Council Chairman
Message from the
Executive Vice President
and CEO of the Greater Houston Builders Association
Thank you for choosing the Houston Custom Home Builders Resource Guide as a resource for your custom building needs. You have made a very wise choice.
The members of the Greater Houston Builders Association Custom Builder’s Council are committed to quality and customer service. You should find the
right builders for your project within these pages and through the Custom
Builder’s Web site on www.ghba.org. Whomever you choose, always check your builder’s references.
Founded in 1941, the Greater Houston Builders Association is one of the oldest
builders and remodelers associations in the country. The Association represents
more than 1,800 member companies and employees. The Association is also active in community and charitable events. Each year
members contribute property, materials and labor for the Benefit Homes Project.
The majority of the proceeds benefit the Texas Children’s Hospital, the Alzheimer’s Association and HomeAid Houston. Almost $5 million has been raised since the
program began 30 years ago. The Custom Builders Council also sponsors one or
more charitable projects each year. In 2009, GHBA partnered with BABA Support
Our Troops, Inc. as an endorsed charity partner. The goals of the Association
are to further the awareness of the members and communities of the importance
of professional business standards, to enhance the business climate for its
members, and to provide quality obtainable housing to the communities it
serves.
We hope your home building experience is a positive one and your home is
everything you hoped it would be. Happy Home Building!
Kathryn A. “Toy” Wood, JD, CAE
Welcome to the 8th edition of the Houston Custom Home Builders Resource Guide.
We, the Custom Builders Council (CBC) of the Greater Houston Builders
Association, have produced this guide to assist you in the following:
• Selecting a professional builder
• Identifying the best and latest building products
• Staying abreast of new design and building trends
• Understanding the custom building process
• Establishing expectations for building a beautiful new home
At heart, the Resource Guide should get you excited and keep you informed. We
have accumulated amazing content and beautiful photography from several custom
builders in neighborhoods all around Houston. You will also find specific
applications and products displayed by our best associates and vendors.
In reading our publication, you will become more acquainted with CBC. Our
council attends monthly meetings, local association events, and nationally
sponsored continuing education to learn the latest techniques and trends in
homebuilding. CBC members are committed to delivering the highest quality homes
to their clients.
To contact a CBC member, utilize the directory found in this guide or visit our
website at www.ghba.org. For additional assistance or information, don’t hesitate to contact the Greater Houston Builders Association offices at
281-970-8970. Enjoy!
Sincerely,
David Gordon
Custom Builders Council Chairman
Whitestone Builders Inc.
