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Project Story Articles2022-05-20T03:31:30+00:00

Wilken Street

The 1,321 SF Modern Bungalow style pool house was designed to mimic the style of homes seen throughout the Pacific Northwest. The exterior features antique brick, v-groove porch ceilings, gas lanterns, and an outdoor shower.

Brook Stoerner, Project Coordinator

Brooke joined Memory Builders in 2017 as a Project Coordinator. Brooke ensures the Memory Builders design client experience exceeds expectations throughout the entire project. Brooke’s unique focus is collaborating with architects, clients and contractors on all aspects of the design process to ensure the client’s vision is realized.

5 signs that your air conditioner needs attention

It’s every homeowners’ worst nightmare. With the sweltering summer sun beating down, you look to your air conditioning unit to save your family from the unforgiving heat. But for whatever reason, it isn’t working when you need it the most.

Wakefield Kitchen

The u-shape space is anchored by dual 8-foot islands, adding a vibrant blue color to the mostly white color palette. The central island serves as counter space for food prep, and the butcher-block stands out from the rest of the quartz countertops.

5 Things to Consider Before Building a Walk-In Closet

It’s no secret that a walk-in closet is a major selling point guaranteed to increase the resell value of your home. With every couple looking for more and more space to store their ever growing wardrobe of suits, dresses and shoes, a spacious and luxurious closet, according to one source, adds between two to three times the cost to your bottom line.

E 12th Street Master Bath

The focal point of the Master Bath is the black cast iron tub with Art Deco crystal chandelier above. The soft white wall color provides the perfect backdrop for this stunning space. Additional features include dual sinks with marble countertops and champagne bronze Delta fixtures, rain head shower faucet, and porcelain tile.

W 22ND

The scope of this project was a kitchen, living room, and back porch addition. Three large windows in the living room and single window in the adjacent kitchen fill the space with natural light. This, along with the layers of artificial light, highlight the beautiful finishes. Features include reclaimed hardwood floors, farmhouse sink, two-toned kitchen cabinets, white marble countertops, and stainless-steel appliances.

Greg Burda, Sales Manager

Greg joined Memory Builders in March 2021 as Sales Manager. After 20 years in the construction building process, Greg spent the past several years improving his knowledge and skills in customer service. Now Greg works on sales and projects guiding clients on how to get their projects from a dream, to reality.

5 Ways to Maintain Your Garage Door Opener

It’s probably one of the most important gadgets a homeowner will ever own. Without that remote control in your hands, you’d be getting out of your car in the very worst weather conditions to pull open your garage door manually – every single time!

3 Things to Consider Before Installing a Bathtub

It’s official – America has fallen in love again with the bathtub! As coronavirus lockdowns eliminate many of our leisurely pursuits, the idea of lying comfortably in a serene warm tub as the minutes pass by has been rediscovered by a large segment of the population (especially Millennials in need of a cheap activity). 

Redan

The studio space features French doors that open to the covered outdoor kitchen, painted concrete floors, and a full bathroom with granite countertops. The U-shaped outdoor kitchen has a brick façade with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances.

Oxford

The scope for this project was to fully remodel the existing 1328 SF residence built in 1931, and expand with a 1085 SF addition. Due to the historic classification the windows of the existing building were untouched, but some glass had to be replaced with original wavy glass.

Windswept

The 2500 SF home is a full remodel that flooded during Hurricane Harvey with a Master Bedroom/Bath and Game Room addition. The exterior front elevation received an update with a new semi-circle driveway.

5 Reasons Why You Need a Walk-In Pantry

Much like every other room in your home, when it comes to adding value to your kitchen, more is often better than less. More space and more storage will likely net thousands of dollars when it comes time to selling your house. But how does one store all those odd-shaped appliances and dozens of soup cans when your kitchen cabinets are already packed to the max?

E 12th Street

The scope for this project was to connect three separate buildings built in the 1920’s; two duplex residences and a two-story garage with an apartment into a single residence. We converted the existing 3,065 SF building into 4,212 SF by demolishing the middle garage and building a new two-story structure in its place, connecting the buildings together.

5 Signs That You May Have Termites

Did you know that termites cause more damage to homes in the United States than hurricanes, floods and earthquakes combined? Whether they be subterranean or of the dry wood variety, a small colony of approximately 60,000 unwanted pesky termites can eat through one foot of wood in just six months.

Project Management

We believe communication and people skills are the most important human factors for project success. For that reason, we develop excellent relationships with our clients and the sub-contractors assigned to the project.

Ten Tips to Keep Raccoons Away

It’s every homeowner’s worst nightmare. After a hard day’s work, you and the family are relaxing quietly at home and all of a sudden you hear a loud growling followed by the sounds of clawed feet racing across your property. Raccoons, these nocturnal masked bandits have successfully penetrated your house.

Remodel & Renovate

As you begin to notice certain things around the house that may have escaped you throughout the year. “I wish we had more space in the living room for our home office.” Sound familiar? If there ever was a time to get the ball rolling on remodeling or renovating your home, this is the time.

Instant Value Package

This package includes general services, interior services, exterior services and handyman services. It was designed for those that prefer to work on a schedule with a contractor and their established ‘expert’ trade community.

10 tips to see if your roof needs to be fixed or replaced

One of the most important features of any home is the roof. Designed to protect the interior of your house from the effects of unforgiving weather, sadly, roof repair is often neglected by many homeowners. However, by conducting periodic checks ideally in the spring and fall, you can spot potential problems before they spiral out of control. To get you started, below are ten helpful tips.

University

Memory Builders had the opportunity to work on an interior finish out for a family owned and operated boutique in Rice Village. What started out as a home décor shop shifted towards apparel when the owner’s daughter came on board as a buyer.

Home Maintenance

There’s nothing worse than something happening to your home right before a big event. Actually, any time! Whether it’s a leaky roof, a garage door that won’t close or a problem with the heating, getting someone to make a service call can be very difficult. But more important are two key benefits received by regular maintenance, reduced costs and increased home value.

5 Reasons Why Artificial Grass May Be For You

Over the years, artificial grass has generally gotten a bad rep, often seen as a tacky alternative to its natural competitor. However, with enhanced technology, this landscape choice has improved by leaps and bounds (see our interview with Helms Landscape Design), offering a realistic alternative that can fool your neighbors into thinking you have the real thing.

Yale

Memory Builders worked with Daniel Scott Turner Design on this 1286 SF commercial interior finish out. The franchisee gave us some unique ideas on how to turn this blank canvas into a unique haircut experience for kids and tweens.

19th Street

This craftsman style home by Creole Design Architects and interior design by Lamay Designs was Memory Builders first spec home as we started our business operations. The 3464 SF new construction also served as a model home staged by Thorn Patch Designs, which led to exponential growth in our business.

Ingold

This West University remodel consisted of revamping the kitchen and living spaces by opening up the kitchen to the living area, closing off the stair case opening to the living area, and making cosmetic changes to the cabinetry. The footprint of the kitchen and adjacent breakfast nook remained the same but brightened up with new white quartz countertops, updated cabinet doors, and decorative chrome light fixtures.

Brent Zuber, Owner

Brent Zuber moved to Houston, Texas in 2010 and launched Memory Builders shortly thereafter. Brent developed a unique Memory Builders collaborative culture and approach to the custom home building process that results in successful projects. Brent began in construction in 2004 with a Fortune 500 company that builds a minimum of 5,500 homes a year.

5 Tips for Creating a Home Gym

As fitness centers across the country closed their doors this year with the spread of covid-19, it comes as no surprise that many health enthusiasts decided to take matters into their own hands by building home gyms. According to several reports, major retailers have seen an unprecedented surge in fitness equipment with some experiencing triple-digit growth.

5 Inexpensive Ways to Burglar Proof Your Home

According to recent statistics, over 2.2 million burglaries will occur in the United States this year alone or one every fifteen seconds. For us southerners, the problem is even worse due to the warmer weather, making our region account for a whopping 47% of all home invasions.

Custom Homes

Every day is a constant reminder of how great our homes can be. And just think of how stunning a home can be if it is custom built to your specifications. Whether it’s a stairway banister or a spacious living room that enhances a view, your memories will be cherished by both friends and family for generations.

5 Things to Consider Before Building a Home Office

Ever since the Covid-19 pandemic arrived on our shores, the way America works has changed drastically. According to one survey, the number of people working from home went up 17% since the beginning of the year with nearly half of all U.S. workers telecommuting more than five days per week.

5 Tips On How to Declutter Before a Renovation

It’s a daunting task. After endless neglect and an “out of sight, out of mind” mentality, that special room in your house that’s been used to store everything from old clothes to “some day I might need that” items must be cleaned out – once and for all! You know that no contractor is going to step foot inside until you’ve de cluttered the entire space from top to bottom.

5 Tips for Building a Home Wine Cellar

It’s been called the Ferrari of home renovation. A castle fully loaded with a room where you can impress your friends by tasting the very best vintages from around the world. Whether it’s converting unused closet space or building a cavernous escape from the daily grind that’s worthy of being on Houzz.com, adding a custom built wine cellar is guaranteed to add value to your property.

6th 1/2 Street

Remodels can have a huge impact on a space and this project was no exception. The L shaped kitchen was designed to open up the space and create open sight lines. Features include a farmhouse sink, two-toned kitchen cabinets, marble countertops, and upgraded stainless-steel appliances.

E 12th Street Kitchen

Three large windows fill the kitchen with natural light. This, along with the layers of artificial light, highlight the beautiful finishes. Features include original hardwood floors, two-tone cabinets, farmhouse sink, quartzite countertops, and professional grade stainless steel appliances.

Nicholson

This 2520 SF traditional New Orleans style home by Creole Design Architects and interior design by Lamay Designs was one of Memory Builders first custom homes as we started our business operations. The classic colors used on the exterior and traditional lacy ironwork details are impactful and invite you in.

Lake Port

This 4680 SF home was a full remodel that flooded during Hurricane Harvey. The kitchen cabinet layout was redesigned, and upgrades were made throughout. Features include pre-engineered white oak hardwoods, natural stone countertops, and stainless-steel appliances.

5 Things You Need to Know Before You Build a Deck

Just thinking about the hundreds of hours you’ll spend outside entertaining friends and family makes building a deck one of the most important decisions a homeowner will ever make. But creating those lifelong memories with summer barbecues and patio parties requires both time and careful planning on your part

E Rivercrest

Designed to be an extension of the home, the 858 SF modern outdoor kitchen was built along the exterior side of the garage next to the existing pool. The trim, door hardware, and paint/stain selections were all used within the existing home and brought outside to this space to create a consistent look and feel.

4 Things to Consider Before Renovating Your Master Bathroom

In simpler times, the bathroom was a simple space where one grabbed a quick shower and did some basic grooming before heading out to work. Fast forward to today and this utilitarian area has evolved into a luxurious getaway where one can escape from the stresses of everyday life.

5 Ways to Protect Your Home from Mice

With winter on the horizon, it’s time to protect your home from mice. According to one pest control service, the city of Houston is ranked as the twentieth worst city for rodents in America. And of course, whether it’s them gnawing on your electrical wires or carrying (and spreading) many diseases including Salmonella, the threat to your house is very real.

Columbia

The 2000 SF home built in the 1940’s was remodeled so that the kitchen, living, and dining room were more of an open floor plan and all rooms benefited from the tremendous amount of natural light. The garage was also divided into a studio space for the client/interior designer. Features include original hardwood floors, farmhouse sink, white quartz countertops, and stainless-steel appliances.

Locke Lane

Memory Builders had the opportunity to complete this fun and colorful addition and partial remodel in River Oaks, that consisted of adding a guest bedroom with full bath and parlor to the back of the house. We were able to achieve vibrant spaces full of energy with the use of paint, fabric, and mixing patterns in a sophisticated way.

Wynnwood

This coastal craftsman home by 2Scale Architects and interior design by Jacob Medina Designs replaces a home which received 4 feet of water from Hurricane Harvey. Like South Carolina’s Low Country, this home reconnects the interior spaces with the great outdoors with large covered porches & expansive walls of windows.

Gama Velasco, Superintendent

Gama joined Memory Builders in 2019 as a Superintendent. Gama comes from a family of custom residential company specializing in hardwood floors, drywall, and painting. Gama started working at a young age finishing custom homes to the last detail. With more than 20 years of experience, Gama has had the opportunity to bring back to life many historic homes in the Heights area.

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