--- title: "Glaze Design/Build — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/glaze-design-build-pfvwus-pf~277499363 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~277499363.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Glaze Design/Build" category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/45f3b78402fe3175_0253-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "264 Union Square, Suite 201, Hickory, North Carolina 28601, United States" latitude: 35.7576 longitude: -81.3289 phone: "(828) 324-9255" website: http://www.glazedesignbuild.com rating: 4.8 review_count: 15 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 59 last_updated: 2026-09-09 --- # Glaze Design/Build Original Houzz profile: [Glaze Design/Build](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/glaze-design-build-pfvwus-pf~277499363) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Hickory, NC - **Serves:** Hickory, Newton, Saint Stephens, Conover, Sawmills, Granite Falls, Longview, Hudson, Bethlehem, Mountain View, Taylorsville, Hildebran, Icard, Northlakes, Rhodhiss, Brookford - **Houzz rating:** 4.8 out of 5 (15 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2017–2019), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Locally owned - Family owned - 22 years in business Glaze Design/Build is an award winning Design/Build firm focused on exceeding our client’s expectations. We accomplish this by utilizing a team of employees, trade partners and suppliers working together to provide our clients with professionalism, quality workmanship, value and effective communication. We are committed to doing what we say we’ll do. Our proven Design/Build process allows us to work with you to create solutions that capture your wants and needs and, most importantly, fit within your budget. In addition to being a Licensed General Contractor since 1997, owner Gene Glaze also holds the nationally recognized Certified Graduate Remodeler, Graduate Master Builder, Certified Green Professional and Certified Aging in Place Specialist designations. Talk with us to find out why your friends & neighbors have been placing their trust in Glaze Design/Build for more than 11 years. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - New Home Construction - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Additions - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Design - Home Extensions - Bathroom Design - Basement Remodeling - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - Garage Building - Universal Design - Green Building - Porch Design & Construction - Sunroom Design & Construction - Workshop Design & Construction - Shed Design & Construction ### Areas Served - Hickory - Newton - Saint Stephens - Conover - Sawmills - Granite Falls - Longview - Hudson - Bethlehem - Mountain View - Taylorsville - Hildebran - Icard - Northlakes - Rhodhiss - Brookford ### Typical Job Cost $2,500 - 1.5 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Glaze Design/Build | | Address | 264 Union Square, Suite 201, Hickory, North Carolina 28601, United States | | Phone | (828) 324-9255 | | Website | http://www.glazedesignbuild.com | | License Number | NC 38712 | | Followers on Houzz | 59 | ## Offers Your Trusted Premier Home Remodeler _Call for Details_ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Glaze Design/Build](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/glaze-design-build-pfvwus-pf~277499363) - **Website:** http://www.glazedesignbuild.com - **Phone:** (828) 324-9255 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Licensed General Contractor, Certified Graduate Remodeler, Graduate Master Builder, Certified Green Professional, Certified Aging in Place Specialist - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2017–2019), for Service. **Affiliations** - [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019) - [Hickory and Catawba Valley HBA](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/hickory-and-catawba-valley-hba-pfvwus-pf~1863196044) - [North Carolina Home Builders Association](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/north-carolina-home-builders-association-pfvwus-pf~93544693) - [NAHB Certified Green Professional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/nahb-certified-green-professional-pfvwus-pf~1100930283) - [NAHB Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/nahb-certified-aging-in-place-specialist-pfvwus-pf~471784673) - [NAHB Graduate Master Builder](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/nahb-graduate-master-builder-pfvwus-pf~186571986) - [NAHB Certified Graduate Remodeler](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/nahb-certified-graduate-remodeler-pfvwus-pf~1100930255) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.8 out of 5 — 15 reviews** ### Reviews **★★ — Cara & Bill Robinette, July 2018** > We wanted to do some major renovations to our NC vacation home (i.e., kitchen, powder room, master bath, new windows, new flooring throughout, etc.), but due to recent tornado damage needed to start with the roof first. As such, in early January 2018 we contacted Gene Glaze and explained that we wanted to add a cantilevered roof extension of our front entry overhang to create a more protected area for parking near the front door. We needed this roof extension done without columns so as not to lose the use of any portion of our driveway. > > Gene arrived at our house with his colleague to discuss our ideas. Again, we were adamant that we wanted the roof extension done with cantilevers and NOT columns as we couldn't afford to lose any space in our driveway. We explained to Gene that if the roof extension we wanted was not structurally possible that we'd be okay with that. Just tell us as much and we'll scrap that idea and move on to our other renovations. Gene and his colleague took multiple photos and measurements of the front of our house. Gene advised that he required a $365 up front fee for his conferring with an engineer about our project and for creating renderings of his concepts. So on March 30, 2018 we sent Gene a check for his fee and got busy waiting for his creation. And we waited. And we waited. And we waited. > > Several emails & phone calls (from us) later it was revealed that Gene was awaiting our return to NC to personally show us his renderings rather than simply emailing them to us. On May 24, 2018, we met with Gene at his Hickory, NC office to see what amazing concepts he had designed for the front entry of our home. Imagine our utter dismay when Gene handed us three color photocopies of a photo of the front of our house with a drawing of a front entry roof extension perched on columns sitting right in the middle of our driveway. He literally designed exactly what we explicitly told him we DIDN'T want! When we asked Gene if pushing the columns back closer to the house and spacing them further apart was an option he advised that it might work, but he would get together with his engineer again to find out for sure and he would let us know. Needless to say, we left that meeting feeling completely ignored, disappointed and $365 poorer. > > As of the date of this review (July 17, 2018) we still have not heard from Gene Glaze with the answers to our questions. He did not keep his promise to "get with his engineer" and attempt to tweak his designs to our specifications. He makes promises to call or to have his interior decorator call, but never follows through. The three photocopies of the drawings he provided us were not worth more than $50, so I'm not sure where the other $315 we paid went and I doubt we'll ever know. > > UPDATE: On January 2, 2019, out of the blue and nearly a year after our initial contact with Gene Glaze and Glaze Design/Build we received a letter of apology from Mr. Glaze. He admitted to "dropping the ball" with regard to us and our renovations and he included a full refund of our deposit which was greatly appreciated. As such, I have added another star to my initial review. However, I stand by my review and hope that future clients will have a better experience. **★★★★★ — William Geideman, March 2017** > Excellent work. Professional, courteous, punctual. Excellent communication. Extremely helpful design consultant. Have previously used another contractor and was Leary of doing another remodel. Glaze construction made it easy, did everything better and restored my faith. You get what you pay for and more. Would definitely hire them again **Comment from Glaze Design/Build:** > Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts. We are pleased that you found the experience to be faith changing in the remodeling arena. We look forward to working with you again. > > Sincerely, > > Glaze Design/Build **★★★★★ — Lin Raines, March 2017** > The contractor stayed engaged with me through the entire process. I received weekly updates and the entire team (project manager, designer, subcontractors) were very professional. The project was finished on time and as promised. A great. job! **Comment from Glaze Design/Build:** > Lin, > > Thank you for taking the time to review us. We are so glad you found our process to be seamless and professional. It was pleasure working with you. > > Glaze Design/Build **★★★★★ — User, March 2017** > Glaze Design remodeled our kitchen and repaired/replaced two main doors. They were very professional and organized. The direct employees and the trade contractors were nice, meticulous and conscientious about their work. The door that was replaced was custom and the carpenter who did it nailed it (no pun intended)! They finished on budget and within the projected time. We couldn't have asked for a better experience with a remodeling job. **Comment from Glaze Design/Build:** > Anjanette, > > Thank you for taking the time to review us. We are so glad we met your expectations and that you are so happy with your new, beautiful kitchen! > > Regards, > > Glaze/Design Build **★★★★★ — Rob Simmons, Oct. 2016** > Gene takes a lot of time to capture the little details and potential pitfalls up front, ensuring that the project goes well once it's agreed to. **Comment from Glaze Design/Build:** > Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. It is important to us to hear your thoughts on our work and processes. **★★★★★ — keywordsmile, Oct. 2016** > Glaze construction did a commercial remodel for my office building, and I was very happy with the quality of the work. They exceeded my expectations. I will use them in the future. **Comment from Glaze Design/Build:** > Thank you for taking the time to review us. Your value your opinion and we appreciate the time you took to provide it. **★★★★★ — rwa521, Oct. 2016** > My home was broken into and we were robbed. Glaze responded to my request to fix my door and secure my home quickly. They were on site within thirty minutes. Glaze repaired my door to a level better than before the break in. The master carpenter doing the work was outstanding. He was excellent. I will call Glaze again if I need their services. **Comment from Glaze Design/Build:** > We were so glad to be able to secure that door after your unfortunate experience and appreciate your kind assessment of our response time and service. We will certainly look forward to working with you again. **★★★★★ — William Hamblin, Aug. 2016** > Glaze Design/Build did a great job and we are very pleased with the result. They finished on time and on budget. They are very friendly. **Comment from Glaze Design/Build:** > Thank you for taking the time to complete a review. It was a pleasure working with you and we are so glad that we were able to achieve the results you were seeking in a timely and financially sound way. **★★★★★ — lynndorfman, Jan. 2016** > We were extremely pleased with the design solutions and superb craftsmanship from Glaze Design Build in remodeling our 1939 home. GDB figured out how to maximize use of our space and creatively created a powder room and an ensuite master bedroom. Just as important, they listen, think, and then respond and are a delight to have in your home. GDB is the first we'll call for our next project. **Comment from Glaze Design/Build:** > Thank you for taking the time to review us. How nice it is to know that renovation can be described as a delightful experience! It was a pleasure designing with you and building the design out to your expectations. We certainly look forward to working with you again. **★★★★★ — vtrollan, Jan. 2016** > Glaze Design/Build did a complete redo of our Master Bedroom and Bath to include a new roofline w vaulted ceiling. **Comment from Glaze Design/Build:** > Thank you for taking the time to review us. We are so glad you found our work to be worthy of 5 stars! **★★★★★ — thomkent, Jan. 2016** > Glaze Design and Build did just that! With our requests in mind, they deveoped and presented for approval a design that went beyond expectations. The work was completed in a timely and highly professional manner, and we could not have been more satisfied. We continue to enjoy the work done for our home! We have and will continue to highly recommend Glaze Design and Build to any and everyone desiring information and endorsement. Thank you so very much for the "new" home you gave us. **Comment from Glaze Design/Build:** > Thank you so much for taking the time to review us; your feedback and endorsement are very valuable to us. We are pleased to hear you are enjoying the design and resulting "new" feel to your home. **★★★★★ — Marty Neubauer, Aug. 2015** > Truly fantastic service through every phase of the project. I've never seen better project management and follow-up. Every part of the project was thorough, well documented, and methodical. **Comment from Glaze Design/Build:** > Thank you for taking the time to review us. We enjoyed working with you and are so pleased that you found our project management and follow-up to be so thorough. ## Selected projects - [Project 42 - Interior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-42-interior-pj-vj~6141006) - Location: Hickory, NC - Photos: 9 - [Project 41 - Master Bath Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-41-master-bath-addition-pj-vj~6140948) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [Project 40 - Interior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-40-interior-pj-vj~6140646) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Project 39 - Addition & Interior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-39-addition-and-interior-pj-vj~6140746) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [Project 38 - Interior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-38-interior-pj-vj~6140696) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [Project 37 - Kitchen Refresh](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-37-kitchen-refresh-pj-vj~6140785) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Project 36 - Interior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-36-interior-pj-vj~6140661) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Project 35 - Wine Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-35-wine-room-pj-vj~6140686) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [Project 34 - Interior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-34-interior-pj-vj~6140597) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [Project 33 - Master Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-33-master-bath-pj-vj~2398474) - Location: Hickory, NC - Photos: 5 - [Project 32 - Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-32-kitchen-pj-vj~6139421) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Project 31 - Interior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-31-interior-pj-vj~6139439) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [Project 30 - Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-30-kitchen-pj-vj~6139360) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Project 29 - Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-29-addition-pj-vj~6139477) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Project 28 - Interior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-28-interior-pj-vj~6139371) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - [Project 27 - Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-27-addition-pj-vj~6139400) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Project 26 - Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-26-kitchen-pj-vj~1955588) - Location: Hickory, NC - Photos: 4 - Description: Kitchens of all shapes, sizes, finishes and budget ranges. - [Project 25 - Outdoor Living](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-25-outdoor-living-pj-vj~6139331) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [Project 24 - Interior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-24-interior-pj-vj~6139309) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - [Project 23 - Hickory Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/project-23-hickory-kitchen-pj-vj~6139238) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 [See all 42 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/glaze-design-build-pfvwus-pf~277499363) ## Ideabooks - [Esch](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/137553492/list/esch) — 9 ideas - [Kitchen Islands](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/134298673/list/kitchen-islands) — 4 ideas - [Shed roof on porch](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/84376356/list/shed-roof-on-porch) — 8 ideas [See all 3 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/geneglaze264) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-09.*