We love when one of our extraordinary custom luxury crafted homes are featured online!
Recently, A Whitestone property was featured by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) in an article entitled, “How Harvey Transformed House-Hunting in Houston.”
In 2017, Hurricane Harvey unleashed its wrath of torrential rain and wind in Houston and the surrounding areas. Widespread flooding was present in many communities.
In the aftermath of Harvey’s destruction, the real estate market changed. Homes located in areas of significant flooding were less desirable, while other communities, like The Heights, received little or no damage became highly sought after.
Due to the storm damage from Harvey, Houston Heights has become one of the most desired communities to live in as it received the least amount of damage from the epic hurricane.
The Heights is a community rich with historical charm and small-town appeal. Its quaint, quiet streets are filled with Victorian and Craftsman style homes with towering expansive trees.
This neighborhood is conveniently located near restaurants, shopping and numerous schools. Its unique character attracts homeowners from many different demographics.
According to the article, a Kaiser Family Foundation and the Episcopal Health Foundation report noted home purchases have increased over 37.2% from 2017. However, 8% of Harvey’s victims have not been able to return home and 15% of homes lost in the hurricane are still unsafe to be lived in.
Houston MLS noted, The Heights saw an 8.2% increase in home selling values in 2018 over 2017.
The Wall Street Journal featured one of our amazing transitional styled homes. This home is over 4,800 sq. ft., has 4 ½ bathrooms, and 4 bedrooms.

This fantastic home blends traditional designs with clean, modern lines to create an elegant, and enduring aesthetic that is both comfortable and classic.
It strikes the perfect balance between traditional and contemporary transitional design to give you the best of both worlds.

This exquisite, yet simple 2-story transitional home has many features, such as a wrap-around porch, brick accents, a large welcoming kitchen, cathedral ceilings with exposed reclaimed beams, clean lines and simple molding, a relaxing master suite with clawfoot tub, grand foyer with mixed medium flooring and wood staircase, home bar and a tranquil inground pool.


To see more of this luxurious home, make sure to visit our portfolio.
Since 2004, Whitestone Builders has been building and expertly crafting award-winning luxury custom homes in The Heights and surrounding areas in Houston, TX.
With a reputation for fine carpentry, period accuracy, and distinctive quality, Whitestone builds custom luxury homes for those with the most discriminating style.
Building in some of Houston’s finest neighborhoods, such as The Heights, Garden Oaks and Northside, Whitestone Builders works with clients who love classic architecture and old-world craftsmanship.
Every home we build showcases carefully curated details that serve as memory points from luxurious finishes and intricate trim to seamlessly integrated antique pieces that radiate timeless class.
Are you looking to build a transitional styled home?
Reach out to us today to see how we can help you create a luxury custom home of your dreams!