Westin Homes is constructing its second Greater Houston Builders Association Benefit Homes Project home, and has "nailed down" its list of vendors early in the planning process.
"As we began to prepare to build the Benefit home, knowing that we maintain very strong working relationships and communication lines with our vendors and suppliers, the response Westin received from them in terms of involvement and generosity was overwhelming and very quick," said Patrick Mayhan, vice president of purchasing for Westin Homes. "These companies generously donate their time, goods, and services over the years to multiple GHBA sponsored projects such as the Benefit Homes Project, and they appreciate the importance and impact their contributions to those less fortunate have made."
Benefit homes are built with donated materials, labor and services by GHBA members and are sold at market value. Proceeds from the sale go to two local charities, HomeAid Houston and Operation Finally Home. Since the fundraiser began 37 years ago, $10 million has been raised.
"Our vendors and suppliers recognize the importance of giving back to the community through what they do best, helping to construct beautiful homes," Patrick said.
Vendors include: Apex Foundations, Suncoast Post -Tension, Erosion Compliance, West End Lumber, BMC, Simpson Strong Tie, World Wide Windstorm, Jacinto Cleaning, Builders Choice Inc., Floors Inc., Shaw Floors, Avanti Stone Inc., and Legacy Marble & Granite.
The lot was donated by Land Tejas Cos. in its new community of Lago Mar located in the Clear Lake/Galveston area off I-45 south.
This is the 15th Benefit home lot donation by Land Tejas, which is an approximate $1,080,000 total value.
Westin Homes is building its 4,019-square-foot Carter III B elevation plan. It includes five bedrooms (two on the first floor), 4½ bathrooms and a two-car garage with 5 additional feet.
The foyer offers a view of the triple-tiered rotunda ceiling and curved stairway. The home offers a formal dining room, study and a two-story family room with a wall of windows.
The island kitchen with upgraded cabinets and a breakfast area is the heart of the home. The private master suite has a double-tiered tray ceiling with no bedrooms above. Upstairs has a game room and adjacent media room. Outside the rear of the home is a covered patio.
A second Benefit home has recently been completed by Chesmar Homes in the community of Elyson off FM 529 and Grand Parkway. The home is open for visitors. Newland Communities donated the homesite.
For more information on the Benefit Homes Project, visit www.ghba.org or call 281-970-8970.