Insights & Expertise
Custom home building knowledge and industry insights from San Antonio’s most award-winning builder
“‘Custom homebuilding is an art, a creative process,’ explains Mike Hollaway. “We believe in sharing the knowledge we’ve gained over 30+ years to help you make informed decisions about your custom home journey.”



AUTHOR: Mike Hollaway
DATE: Jan 5, 2026
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The initial consultation and design phase of building a custom home are critical to the success of the entire project. With over 40 years in the business, I’ve learned that the first conversations with clients are invaluable. My background in real estate sales taught me the importance of truly listening to clients. Understanding what clients…

AUTHOR: Mike Hollaway
DATE: Jan 2, 2026
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When I pursued green building certification as Texas’s first certified green professional builder, it wasn’t about following a trend. Instead, I saw the potential of sustainable practices to enhance client satisfaction through lower operating costs and improved home quality. Energy efficiency and thoughtful resource use were paths to creating homes that are not only more…

AUTHOR: Mike Hollaway
DATE: Jan 1, 2026
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Building a new home brings many choices, and one of the most significant is selecting between city lots and county properties. With over 40 years of building across the San Antonio area and its diverse surroundings like Kendall, Comal, Guadalupe, and Llano counties, I’ve guided many clients through this decision. The choice between urban convenience…

