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2020 Star Finalist Awards

Remodelers of Houston is honored to receive five Texas Association of Builders Star Finalist Awards in the following categories: Best Bathroom Renovation $25,000 – $50,000 Best Kitchen Renovation $50,000 – $75,000 Best Kitchen Renovation $75,000 – $100,000 Best Whole House Renovation $200,000 – $300,000 Best Email Message In 1992, the Texas Association of Builders (TAB)…

3D Design Article in Houston Chronicle

This article was written by Shawn Vacek of Remodelers of Houston “Bring your ideas together with 3D design” and published in the April 19, 2020 edition of the Houston Chronicle. For homeowners, remodeling can be an exciting adventure or confusing and overwhelming. While some homeowners may have a clear vision of what they want the…

Remodelers of Houston Receives 2020 Houzz Design Award

We at Remodelers of Houston are pleased to have won a Best of Houzz Design award for the second year in a row. The annual Best of Houzz awards recognize the top-rated home pros and most popular designs on Houzz, by category and area, across the country and around the world.

Add The Space You Need By Building Up

This article was written by Shawn Vacek, Remodelers of Houston and published in the December 8th, 2019 edition of the Houston Chronicle. A home addition can be a very valuable remodeling project for your home. If you have a one or one and a half story home and you need extra space it may be…

2019 Houston’s Best PRISM Award Winner

This master bath project in Bellaire won a Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) 2019 Houston Best PRISM Award in the category of Remodeled Bath over $50,000. The Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) Houston’s Best PRISM Awards are an annual event designed to recognize excellence within Houston’s homebuilding industry and to support their efforts. The year’s…

Memorial Remodel Whole House

The homeowner of this whole house Memorial remodel wanted a more open floor plan. Renovations were done throughout interior & exterior of the home. There was a complete layout reconfiguration of the first-floor master suite area and a new master bath was created where another bedroom existed. The original kitchen was less than half the…

University Place 2nd Story Addition

We converted a 1.5 story home into a full 2nd story home in the University Place section of Houston. The Master Suite Bedroom & Bath downstairs, playroom, secondary bedrooms, secondary bath & utility / laundry room upstairs. Full Kitchen Remodel has Kraftmaid Cabinets in Agreeable Gray, Quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash and hardwood floors. A…

Tanglewood Interior Remodel

This Tanglewood home had an interior and exterior renovation. It included a redesign of the master bedroom to include a study/TV area and added barn door for privacy. Storage space was converted into a mudroom with custom craftsman style cabinets. Complete demo and remodel of guest bathroom suite which is now ADA compliant, has new…

Get Ready to Remodel a Bathroom Houston Chronicle

Written by Vanessa Vacek, Remodelers of Houston, published the Houston Chronicle, August 18th. Is it time to remodel a bathroom in your home? Does it desperately need an update? Do you long for a larger, functional and relaxing space? Or if you plan on aging in place you may want accessibility, comfort and safety.…

Whole House Remodel – Southampton

“I had an addition and full remodel done on a 1936 duplex conversion. It had been flipped once in 2005 as a single family home but the finishes were cheap and the flow didn’t work for us. “We added 1000 sq ft and reworked the layout. We did have issues along the way and…

Bungalow Remodel – West University

“I love my house – thanks to the excellent and professional staff at Remodelers of Houston. “They understood my desire to preserve the charm of my 1940’s bungalow, while at the same time updating all aspects of my 78yr old house (new kitchen, attached garage, adding 2 master suites, baths, laundry room, new plumbing,…

Home Remodel – West University

“Remodelers of Houston have done several jobs very well for us. “We depended on them to help with the design. “The outcome was even better than what we imagined. They are committed to perfection!” David R.

Study Room Remodel – Briar Grove

“We were very pleased with the study room that Remodelers of Houston built for us in 2017. “They were professional and easy to work with. Highly recommended!” Nellie L.

Low Maintenance Living Houston Chronicle Article

Written by May Delgado, Remodelers of Houston. Published in the June 16th edition of the Houston Chronicle. When remodeling or building custom homes, today’s homeowners are looking for a well-designed home with the least amount of upkeep. It’s becoming such a standard that manufacturers and vendors are responding to this trend by supplying low…

Texas Association of Builders Star Awards 2019

We are thrilled to announce that three of our projects have been selected as Texas Association of Builders 2019 Star Awards finalists in the following categories: Best Bathroom Renovation – Bellaire ($60K-$75K) Best Whole House Renovation – Oak Forest ($175K – $250K) Best Whole House Renovation – Heights – ($175- 250K) Our team is so…

Best of Houzz 2019

Remodelers of Houston won a 2019 Best of Houzz Design Award! The Best Of Houzz badge is awarded annually, in three categories: Design, Customer Service and Photography. Design awards honor professionals whose work was the most popular among the Houzz community.

2019 Kitchen Remodeling Design Trends

Remodeling your home can be a big investment. If you are planning to remodel the hub of your home, the kitchen, getting the design right is important. Every few years, we notice there is a shift with kitchen renovation design trends. Depending on your personal preferences, the way you live, cook and entertain in your…

Old Braeswood Remodel

This picturesque Old Braeswood remodel in English manor style underwent an extensive renovation with care to pay attention to the original design and details. The upstairs was reconfigured from a compartmentalized layout to a more open one with better function and flow. There is a new large master bath and free standing tub, marble flooring…

Oak Forest Remodel Interior

This project was recognized as a Texas Association of Builders 2019 Star Award Finalist. This Oak Forest remodel included an interior reconfiguration of the layout to allow for an expanded master bedroom and bathroom. The master bath has dual sinks, unpolished brass fixtures and mosaic tile floors. The powder bath was remodeled and has a…

Bellaire Master Bath Remodel

This master bath project in Bellaire won a Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) 2019 Houston Best PRISM Award in the category of Remodeled Bath over $50,000. This project was also recognized as a Texas Association of Builders 2019 Star Award Finalist. The master bath in this Mediterranean style home was completely updated. The finishes, shower…

Universal Design

Universal design concepts are for those with special needs who need broader accessibility or adaptive technology. At one point or another, many of us come across a situation where we need modifications made to our home to accommodate special needs, such as an elderly parent moving in, or a wheelchair accessible living space, or a…

High End, Kitchen Renovation – Bellaire

“Great people and the results were outstanding. We ended up with an absolutely beautiful, high quality, wonderfully functional kitchen in every respect. “My wife and I could not be happier. We also ended up as friends with Shawn, Bill, Kristen, and the rest of the crew. We will definitely come back for our next…

Kitchen, Master Bath, Hall Bath Remodel – Park West Houston

Trust from front office to construction crew to back office – top notch genuine people you can trust. Kevin and Jane The projects included a Kitchen, Master Bath, Hall Bath Remodel Park West Houston

Home Remodel with New Detached Garage – Houston

“What I liked most was your ability to understand my wants and needs and communicate clearly throughout the entire project. “You guys completed the project to our satisfaction and were easy to work with the entire way.” Bert This project consisted of a Complete Home Remodel with a New Detached Garage Houston

We Love Our Double-Barrel-Vault Foyer Ceiling!

“Excellent customer service, including continued follow-up for customer satisfaction; great design. “We love our double-barrel-vault foyer ceiling!” Russell and Michelle Briar Grove Park Interior Remodel – Living Room, Dining room and Entry

Rear Addition and Kitchen Remodel – West University

“We had a very positive experience with you in 2007. “We just felt like you knew what you were doing. We had 7 draws on our project and your accounting department’s numbers matched mine to the penny all 7 times. “The work was complete when it was supposed to be complete. And the…

Excellent to Work With and Very Helpful

“I had a good relationship and trusted the people that worked with me. When I had questions, they were able to give the answers and helped me to work through things. They would give their input and then let me make the choice. I liked the virtual displays. “Excellent to work with and very…

We are happy with the improvements Remodelers of Houston (William Shaw) completed for us.

“We are happy with the improvements Remodelers of Houston (William Shaw) completed for us. “I am very pleased that they have followed up on problems that cropped up long after the June completion date. “We have recommended them to two individuals already. We will keep them in mind if we choose to do…

Bellaire Kitchen Remodel

This Bellaire kitchen remodel included opening the kitchen and family room wall and removal of old pantry area to allow for new wine bar/buffet area. The range, sink, dishwasher, refrigerator were relocated to improve efficiency. The goal of this Bellaire kitchen remodel was to remove the old pantry area to allow for increased kitchen space.…

River Oaks Whole House Renovation

This River Oaks renovation project required a complete relocation of the existing kitchen to back of the house, opening the kitchen, family and dining room walls. A beautiful new tray ceiling was installed to accent the kitchen and family room. The addition of a new 3 car garage with outdoor living area includes a stained v-groove…

Give Your Home Great Curb Appeal

Ever walk up to someone’s front door and just feel good about how it looks and feels? What you’re experiencing is the symmetry of quality design and smart landscaping. A home that has great curb appeal has nice proportions, pleasing colors, and – in the architect’s terms – good massing. There are a lot of…

Fundamentals of Great Kitchen Design

The kitchen is now the center of the house with constant traffic, lots of activity, and a strong current of socializing. But it is also a working environment where specific tasks need to be accomplished. The key to great kitchen design is to create a space where you can execute those tasks efficiently while allowing…

Green Building – Does it Make “Cents”

In today’s remodeling and building industry, the new trend and buzz word is “green”. A basic definition of “green” is the use of construction methods and materials that provide healthy, efficient, and sustainable choices when remodeling or building a home. Energy costs and the raw materials that serve the building market continue to climb. Now…

Remodeling Success: Relationship vs. Cost

We all understand that when we purchase expensive items (car, furniture, and jewelry), the assumption is that the price matters. Value and quality should be uniform in identical products. That same assumption is often used in remodeling our homes, the largest purchase and investment most of us make. We transfer these same attitudes and assumptions…

Why Design-Build?

One-stop shopping can streamline the remodeling experience Pamela and Steve love their newly purchased, seventy-year-old home in the Houston area. It has all the charming quirks of an older house—a lovely curved staircase in the front entrance, original hardwood floors, unexpected alcoves, and a marble fireplace. The location, a corner lot in a great neighborhood,…

Thinking about home remodeling? Start here

The more clearly you can envision the project and describe it on paper, the better prepared you’ll be in making your decision. Sooner or later you may join the millions of people who remodel their homes each year. Perhaps it was the moment when you realized that avocado green and harvest gold are no longer…

Ten Ways to Increase Your Home Value

May is National Home Improvement Month, and we thought we’d help you get a jump-start on your summer remodeling projects with some tips from the experts. They let you in on projects that will increase the look and value of your home from inside to out, whether you are looking to sell in an unfriendly…

July 2010 NAHB Remodeler of the Month Award

The purpose of the NAHB Remodeler of the Month award program is to celebrate local, active remodelers who stand out because of recent quality work, customer service, community involvement, and dedication to furthering the industry. We are proud to receive this extraordinary honor in recognition of our commitment to excellence in remodeling and providing…

2009 Star Awards Remodeler of the Year Winner

In 1992, the Texas Association of Builders launched the Texas Star Awards the only statewide tribute to excellence in the home building industry. The awards showcase the outstanding work of builders, remodelers, architects, designers, sales professionals, marketing professionals, construction professionals and industry leaders in Texas and the Southwest! Remodelers of Houston, formerly known…

2008 Star Award Best Specialty Room

Best specialty room The Texas Association of Builders is once again pleased to announce that Remodelers of Houston, formerly known as William Shaw & Associates, is the winner of the 2008 Star Awards’ Best Specialty Room, Remodeler category. The highly-coveted Star Awards are given annually to recognize superior work in home building, remodeling, sales &…

Winner of Five 2007 Star Awards including Remodeler of the Year

The Texas Association of Builders recognizes excellence each year with the annual Star Awards competition. Remodelers and builders across Texas enter their finest work to be judged by experts from all over the country. The 2007 competition was exceptionally exciting for Remodelers of Houston, formerly known as William Shaw & Associates. We were…

Master Design Award

Remodelers of Houston, formerly known as William Shaw & Associates, was proud to receive the prestigious 2007 Master Design Gold Award from Qualified Remodeler for the Historic Renovation category. The Qualified Remodeler Master Design Awards competition was initiated in 1978 to recognize remodelers, architects, home builders, kitchen and bath specialists and other professionals for…