In the spirit of the season, the GHBA and its members partner with the Houston Housing Authority each year to support those less fortunate in our community and provide a more joyous holiday for local …
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GHBA’s Annual Scholarship Program Benefits Future Leaders
Each year, the GHBA Associate Council awards scholarships to students whose parents are members of the association. These scholarships are made possible through the generous donations of our members. Thank you to all our donors …
SOLD! Chesmar Sells GHBA Benefit Home in Elyson
Chesmar Homes recently sold its 2017 GHBA Benefit Home in the new community of Elyson in west Houston. The home was constructed with donated materials and labor by members of the GHBA. Proceeds from this …
Houston’s Best PRISM Winners Announced
Volume Builder, Darling Homes; Custom Builder, On Point Custom Homes; Remodeler, Sneller Custom Homes and Remodeling; and Developer, Rise Communities all walked away with the 2017 Houston’s Best PRISM Grand Award on October 7, with …
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Operation Finally Home Dedicates New Coventry Home to Wounded Soldier
For the first time, U.S. Army SFC Demitra Jarrett came home to Woodforest last week, accepting the keys to a newly built Coventry Homes’ design through the Operation FINALLY HOME program and receiving a few …
GHBA Members Confirmed in City of Houston Commission Positions
On October 4, 2017, several Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) members were confirmed in City of Houston commission positions. Developers Mark Kilkenny, Mischer Investments LP, and Lisa Clark, Ryko Development Inc., were both re-appointed to …
GHBA is Talking About Harvey!
The word is out on Harvey! In the days and weeks since the storm passed, GHBA has been front and center with media outlets to address Hurricane Harvey recovery. Here’s what’s being said:
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Houston Local Kevin Vick Named NAHB Remodeler of the Month
Kevin Vick, CAPS, CGR, CGP, of Vick Construction & Remodeling Inc. in Sugar Land, Texas, was named the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodelers October Remodeler of the Month. Vick was selected for his …
The Tree Bill: A Victory for Property Rights
Texas Legislative Special Session Has Adjourned Sine Die On Tuesday, August 15, the Texas Legislature adjourned the First Called Special Session of the 85th Texas Legislature, concluding on the 29th day of the constitutionally mandated …
GHBA Announces 2017 Houston Star Awards Winners
The Greater Houston Builders Association is proud to announce the Houston winners of the 2017 Texas Association of Builders (TAB) Star Awards. The TAB Star Awards are the only statewide tribute to excellence in the …
D’Ann Brown Earns TAB’s 2017 Excellence under 45 Award
The Texas Association of Builders (TAB) is recently announce the winners of the 2017 Excellence under 45 Award Winners. Congratulations to local GHBA member D’Ann Brown, vice president of sales for StrucSure Home Warranty, who …
HomeAid’s Project Playhouse Raises More Than $106,000 for the Homeless
HomeAid Houston’s 2017 Project Playhouse was a World Series performance as the event raised a total of $106,625 for Houston’s mission “to build new lives for homeless families and individuals through housing and community outreach.” …
Approaching the Redline: Mid-Year forecast offers bullish outlook for 2017
The annual Greater Houston Builders Association’s Mid-Year Forecast Luncheon was held in May at the Hilton Americas and hosted hundreds of GHBA members who anticipated an informative and entertaining presentation by economic expert, Dr. Mark …
The 2017 Session Scoop
85th Texas Legislature adjourns Sine Die; Governor Abbott calls special session to begin July 18 Although the 85th Texas Legislative Session adjourned Sine Die on May 29, the work of the members of the House …
GHBA Members Named as NAHB Life Directors
Five GHBA members were recently recognized as NAHB Lifetime Directors. The announcement was made at NAHB’s mid-year board meeting in Washington, D.C. on Saturday, June 17, 2017. Congratulations to Dan Bawden, KC Cox, Mike Dishberger, …