From the Baylor University college scene to vast agricultural and outdoor spots, moving to Waco offers something for everyone, but Waco still retains its small-town atmosphere. For many, its laid-back vibe offers an alternative to bustling cities. It’s close to Austin and Dallas – but not too close.
John Houston Custom Homes' new affordable communities, such as Settler's Glen and The Cove at North Grove, offer granite countertops, built-in stainless steel appliances, covered patios, sod & sprinklers and more. It's the price tag that's likely to catch a new homebuyer's attention.
As a Dallas, Fort Worth & Waco home builder, we take great pride in providing quality custom homes to the North Texas Area. In order to ensure we continue to excel in our craft, we're always on the lookout for new home design trends on the rise. Here's to ringing in the New Year with these trending styles.
John Houston Custom Homes is happy to announce their sponsorship of the 2018 Rookie Assistance Award for the Midway ISD Education Foundation. The Rookie Assistance Award provides a $150 reimbursement for each first-year teacher to use as needed to purchase classroom supplies.
The decision to purchase a home is scary. It’s even scarier to make the decision to build a new home not knowing what the process is. This article explains the process of building a new home and what the first steps are to get started.
When it comes to parenting, few things carry the anxiety of trying to decide where to live based on the school district. It’s especially an issue for those who purchased a home in a neighborhood before they had children, only to discover once their kids reach school age that the schools in the area are not up to their standards. Should people move for a better school district? The answer may not be what some want to hear, but it’s usually “yes.”
If you have not already heard it 100 times, Happy New Year, from John Houston Custom Homes!!! It’s that time of year that we are motivated for change and a new start. Resolutions are made, goals are set, vacations get booked… we are all ready to make it the best year yet!
At John Houston Custom Homes, we believe in Building Lifelong Relationships. With the Holiday Season nearing, we are given the opportunity for these relationships to grow and expand. Thanksgiving is one of our favorite holidays. We are able to gather together with family and friends to stuff our bellies with delicious food. However, if you’re anything like our families, you’re left with an impossible amount of leftovers, leaving you with a fridge full of Tupperware. Today’s blog is for YOU! Say goodbye to turkey sandwiches and hello to these quick and easy recipes that are sure to be a “crowd-pleaser”!
Many homeowners prefer closed concept kitchens for many reasons such as privacy. Other’s may differ in opinion and prefer an open concept kitchen due to the feeling being cramped or even claustrophobic in their home. Today on the blog, we are going to talk all about open concept kitchens and how they transform a home.
For families that often work from home, having a home office is a necessity. The best way to create a productive home office is to focus on your needs and the amount of space that you have. At John Houston Custom Homes, we understand the importance of taking the time to find organizational tools and items that help make life easier.
There is no doubt that one of the biggest trends in home gardening is succulent plants. These beautiful plants come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Succulents can be grown indoors as well as outdoors. They are generally pest resistant and their cuttings can be used to grow new plants! Not only is their exotic look a great conversation starter, but they are low maintenance and a must have for your John Houston Custom Home! Check out our top 10 favorites!
There is no greater feeling than getting settled in into your new home and finally being able to enjoy it. What better way to celebrate your new home, than with a housewarming party? Now I know what you are probably thinking…..That is way too much work, no thank you! Take a look at these ideas [in order] to help make your party stress free and successful.
At John Houston Custom Homes, we believe in building more than homes. We believe in building lifelong relationships. We do this by providing our customers with a trustworthy and experienced team throughout the home purchase and development process. Our commitment to service and quality has earned us countless loyal customers. As it was with each of them, we would feel truly blessed to be your Custom Homebuilder. We love seeing how our clients have turned their brand-new houses into a home.
There is no greater feeling than getting settled in into your new home and finally being able to enjoy it. What better way to celebrate your new home, than with a housewarming party? Now I know what you are probably thinking…..That is way too much work, no thank you! Take a look at these ideas [in order] to help make your party stress free and successful.
Today on the blog we are talking about different types of floor plans. At John Houston Custom Homes, we offer many different types of floor plans that are suitable for a wide variety of needs. When selecting floor plans, it is important to assess the needs of your lifestyle, privacy, home design, and even accommodating furniture and belongings.
"Having children changes your perspective on what’s important in more ways than one. For years, we felt content with our home and the community where we lived. After having our kids, things we had never discussed became major topics of discussion. Things like, 'Where are the best schools? Is this enough space for our kids? Is this the safest of neighborhoods for our kids to play?' The list went on and on.
Does anyone else often find themselves flipping through magazines or scrolling through Pinterest fantasizing about having the beautiful homes that fill the pages? Or what about the excitement you get from watching Joanna Gaines decorate and put unique touches on gorgeous Fixer Uppers? Many of you would like to challenge yourselves and take on the task of doing all the interior design for your home, while others would rather hire a specialist. For those of you that would like to decorate your own home, but do not know where to start, this blog is for you!!
Are you in the process of expanding your home for your growing family? At John Houston Custom Homes we help prepare families for growth on a regular basis. Travis and Kara Hollingsworth, the newest residents of our Dove Creek community, are just one example of the many growing families that we work with.
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