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Kurk Homes is proud to announce that we've been named a 2021 Winner of Distinction...
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We recently had the honor, alongside the Gary Sinise R.I.S.E. Foundation,of presenting...
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Read MoreHeritage Ranch - Custom Plan Selections & Design Features
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Read MoreBetter Business Bureau Recognizes Kurk Homes as 2020 Excellence Winner
Houston, Texas – Kurk Homes is proud to announce that we've been named a...
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We recently designed and completed this gorgeous Modern Farmhouse in Magnolia. This...
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At the heart of every Fourth of July celebration are fireworks and good food. This...
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Building a custom home is a big decision and an even bigger investment. Any delay in...
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There are many ways to make a home more functional, and one of those is having a...
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Summer can be the perfect time to grill outdoors. But if you don't have the right...
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You decide on a floor plan, the exterior facade, and before you know it, it's time to...
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In the past, luxury estates had a full kitchen staff who utilized one...
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When planning your home, square footage is very important. A lot of people choose to...
Read MoreSpecialty Ceilings & Ceiling Treatments
When designing a custom home, homeowners should pay attention to how the...
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Farmhouse kitchens are appealing more to homeowners because of both...
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There are many misconceptions about custom home building, and before you get started...
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When you build a home, you can make it what you really want and need. But one...
Read MoreJanuary Home Checklist from Kurk Homes
Starting a new year is always exciting. While we all have new hopes and resolutions...
Read MoreSouthern Living Recipe - Creamy Chicken & Rice Soup
The perfect meal when it feels a little crisp outside is Southern Living's Creamy...
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For many homeowners, the holidays are a time to fall in love with what makes your...
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It’s that time of year again, and one of the most festive areas of your home could...
Read MoreThanksgiving Turkeys & Table Settings
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Read MoreThe Doug Pike Show on KBME/Host, Fifty+ on KTRH and KPRC with Kurk Homes
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There are many different options to consider when building your home. Our design team...
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There are many different options to consider when building your home. Our design team...
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There are many different traditions surrounding home building, but one of the most...
Read MoreThe Morning Show with Michael Berry & Kurk Homes
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Read MoreBuilding in the Texas Hill Country
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Read More2018 Energy Star Certified Homes Partner
When rigorous ENERGY STAR® requirements are applied to new home construction, the...
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There are a lot of ways to design and build a custom home, and one of the most...
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Building a home can be a very exciting time with a lot of things to consider. As...
Read MoreMeet Mark, Builder – Greater Houston North/NW
Mark McGinley on the Move: Wisconsin to Texas and a Virgin Islands Dream As a...
Read MoreBetter Business Bureau Recognizes Kurk Homes with Pinnacle Award 2018
Houston, Texas – In recognizing businesses and non-profits for their...
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Deep in the heart of the Texas Hill Country resides Steven Byrne, a visionary man with...
Read MoreShiplap and Wood Paneling
In recent years, a vintage decorating trend has become new...
Read MoreKurk Homes has won "Best of Customer Service" on Houzz®
MAGNOLIA, TX – (MAY 11, 2018) – Kurk Homes has won "Best of...
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Everyone loves the classic, timeless look of hardwood flooring. However, many...
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So many homeowners want to know what the new trends are in design options. Of course,...
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After finding the right custom home builder, meeting with the design team to draw up...
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You've been thinking about building your dream home for a long time, and you've...
Read MoreMeet Kim, Plan Designer & Interior Design Consultant
Raised in Arkansas, Kim came home from elementary school each day and rearranged her...
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Read MoreKurk Homes – Copper Ridge Model – New Braunfels, Texas
We recently completed our latest model home in the exclusive gated subdivision of...
Read MoreGuardian Certified Home Builder Program
Kurk Homes is proud to be a part of the Guardian Certified Home Builder program. Our...
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Deciding whether to remodel or rebuild your home is a difficult decision. When...
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The modern farmhouse style effortlessly combines a cozy warmth with clean...
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Thanks in part to Chip and Joanna Gaines, hosts of the popular HGTV television...
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Your house makes a home. It's where you will settle in to make a life, host friends...
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Universal Design is a way of strategizing a plan, or modifying a home, to maximize...
Read MoreBetter Business Bureau Recognizes Kurk Homes with Pinnacle Award
Houston, Texas – In recognizing businesses and non-profits for their...
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CABINETRY STYLES The character of the kitchen is displayed through the cabinetry...
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Birmingham, Alabama – Texas builder Kurk Homes has been selected for membership...
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Although Texas has been warm for a while, spring is officially here and 'tis the...
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Kitchen and bathroom designs can largely rely on the selection of the countertop....
Read MoreGiving Thanks to Our Staff and Customers for a Great 2016!
The goal of this Kurk Homes Design & Build Blog was to bring forward ideas to our...
Read MoreEyes Of the Home - Clarifying Window Types and Styles
In the living face, eyes are a window into the soul. Similarly, windows are the eyes...
Read MoreUniversal Design - Creating a Home for a Lifetime
It's not an easy subject to cover. No one ever wants to think about their parents,...
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This month's spotlight is on Interior Masonry. Here are 7 Beautiful Ideas to add...
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Despite growing up during wartime in Poland and witnessing atrocities we could never...
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The "farmhouse" look has become a favorite of many, especially as it has recently been...
Read MoreApril Showers and Houston Floods
The recent storms in the Houston area and panicked reactions from residents made it...
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Location Location Location!The first rule of real estate is a doozie. If you love your...
Read MoreI now pronounce you....HomeOwner!
As many couples have experienced, the process of both planning a wedding and building...
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