--- title: "Spencer Howard Design + Construction Management — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/spencer-howard-design-construction-management-pfvwus-pf~939780751 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~939780751.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Spencer Howard Design + Construction Management" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/328387af0021a76b_2827-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1122 Wyatt Street, Houston, Texas 77023, United States" latitude: 29.7242 longitude: -95.3178 phone: "(713) 470-9896" website: http://www.spencerhoward.net rating: 4.9 review_count: 9 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 311 last_updated: 2026-08-21 --- # Spencer Howard Design + Construction Management Original Houzz profile: [Spencer Howard Design + Construction Management](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/spencer-howard-design-construction-management-pfvwus-pf~939780751) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Houston, TX - **Serves:** Houston, San Antonio, Corpus Christi - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (9 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2013–2014), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves With over 10 years experience in the design and construction industry, Spencer Howard has completed $150 million in new construction and renovation projects ranging from residential to institutional facilities. ### Services Provided - Design Services - Pre-project Planning Schematic Design Research and Development Drafting Construction Documents Interior Design Landscape Design Sustainability Consulting Management Services - Budget Analysis Bidding Contract Negotiation Permitting Historic Preservation Construction Administration Engineering Technology Hazard Mitigation ### Areas Served - Houston - San Antonio - Corpus Christi ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Spencer Howard Design + Construction Management | | Address | 1122 Wyatt Street, Houston, Texas 77023, United States | | Phone | (713) 470-9896 | | Website | http://www.spencerhoward.net | | Followers on Houzz | 311 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/spencerhoward.net - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/spencer\_howard - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/pub/spencer-howard/0/bbb/2a6 - Blog — http://www.spencerhoward.net ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Spencer Howard Design + Construction Management](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/spencer-howard-design-construction-management-pfvwus-pf~939780751) - **Website:** http://www.spencerhoward.net - **Phone:** (713) 470-9896 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Assoc. AIA, LEED-AP - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2013–2014), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 9 reviews** ### All 9 reviews **★★★★★ — User, Jan. 2014** > Spencer Howard is a fantastic collaborator. We have worked together on a historic renovation project for the last two years and we have been thrilled with his encyclopedic knowledge of historic architecture in Houston. He helped us craft a proposal that was approved and endorsed by the Houston Architectural Historic Commission--we couldn't have done it without him! He is not an ego-driven designer which makes him easy and pleasant to work with on projects. I highly recommend him and his company! **★★★★★ — Angie T, Dec. 2013** > Spencer has been to our house on several occasions to discuss our home renovation. We have a small bungalow in the Heights and his ideas not only suit the area, they suit us perfectly. Even though we are just beginning our adventure in home renovation, we feel we are in great hands with Spencer. Heck, even now, instead of making some crucial decisions, my husband and I both just say "We'll ask Spencer what he thinks" and then the world is right again. > > He knows the area. He knows what looks good and he knows what will work and what will not work. He doesn't sugar coat, but he is very accommodating. He was one of several options we had for architects and I very happy we chose him above all the rest. **★★★★★ — genniefox, Dec. 2013** > We are working with Spencer Howard to completely remodel our 1920's craftsman duplex, including converting the duplex to a single family home, building out a second story in the attic, and adding a porch/laundry/mudroom to the back. We feel great about our decision to work with Spencer. We live in a historic district, so his experience navigating the Historic Commission process has been invaluable. He listens to our wants, and finds creative ways to meet and exceed our expectations. His design for the attic addition hit all of our must haves, maximizing square footage, while maintaining the historic integrity of the home. Spencer's expertise in construction has also been a significant help to us, as we are planning to do a good portion of the remodel ourselves. He has provided excellent guidance on how we can retain the original details that give our home character. Spencer understands our vision for the home, and shares our excitement in the project. We're glad we found the right professional who really 'gets it'. **★★★★ — Alise Isbell, Dec. 2013** > Spencer Howard is completing designs for our historical home. He is thorough, creative and sensitive to historical preservation. We appreciate his knowledge and attention to detail. He listened very carefully to our wants/needs. We know this, because his design was almost exactly as we described. The suggestions that differed from our requests reflected his careful consideration to usability and function, so we understood and appreciated his patient explanation of work. **★★★★★ — homemgr, Dec. 2012** > We hired Mr. Howard to design a total rennovation of a property in an historic district but which, itself, had not been of significant historic significance and which had, over time, been changed so it no longer conformed to the general period look of the street. > > Mr. Howard met with us before beginning the design process, presented the original design, incorporated our ideas and concerns based on the first presentation, finalized the design drawings and met with the HAHC council to present the project and explain the design and conformity to the neighborhood 1920's look plus answer any and all concerns posed by the council members. > > Further, Mr. Howard met with the contractors we had contacted to be sure the designs were understood plus meeting with the final two contractors to assist us in comparing apples with apples plus look for ways to economize (the project will cost more than we spend purchasing the property). > > Throughout the entire process, from initial visualizations through final contractor decision, Mr. Howard has taken our ideas and desires and put them into a well thought and well designed final productwhich won the Historic Commission approval plus offering knowledgeable support throughout. **★★★★★ — karlenepoll, Dec. 2012** > We hired Spencer Howard to oversee a complete remodel of our 1908 home. We have worked with many professionals over the years on this project and others, but hands down Spencer tops our list in terms of professionalism, talent, personality, and affordability. He really listened to what we were looking for, captured what was most important to us in his designs, and he was an effective advocate on our behalf with our general contractor and subcontractors. It was refreshing to work with someone who was always thinking ahead, and who was always quick to offer a solution rather than spending time lamenting that there was a problem. Spencer also really honored the quirky things that were important to us as homeowners. That was refreshing, as other construction professionals we have worked with had a tendency to impose their taste, or tried to steer us towards "what everyone else is doing" without real regard for our preferences. **★★★★★ — carolchaney, Dec. 2012** > My husband and I hired Spencer Howard to draw up plans for an extensive remodel to our home as well as for new construction of a garage and pool pavillion. The remodel included our kitchen, family room, master bathroom and enclosing a breezeway to make a butler's pantry. We found Spencer to be very creative, professional and easy to work with. **★★★★★ — psedillo, Dec. 2012** > Spencer Howard has been an unbelievable resource on the remodel that we worked on together. His ability to convey key architectural design concepts and guide the direction of the project has been indispensable. The wealth of experience clearly shined through on every aspect of the remodel. > > I look forward to working with Spencer on future projects! **★★★★★ — owlblazek, Dec. 2012** > Spencer is an awesome architect. He considers the whole picture, from design, to utility, to budget. I highly recommend him if you are trying to create something that reflects your style while working with the constraints of existing structures. ## Selected projects - [Houston Heights South Historic District - Harvard](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/houston-heights-south-historic-district-harvard-pj-vj~68748) - Location: Houston, TX - Photos: 12 - Description: Addition and Alteration - Complete remodel, renovation, and restoration to historic Queen Anne Victorian home. Protected landmark. - [River Oaks - Brentwood](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/river-oaks-brentwood-pj-vj~68743) - Location: Houston, TX - Photos: 17 - Description: Addition and Alteration - A complete renovation, remodel, and restoration to original home with a new back addition including expanded living spaces and a new garage with apartment. Designated historic landmark. - [Norhill Historic District - Melwood Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/norhill-historic-district-melwood-residence-pj-vj~1119271) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - [Riverside Terrace - Wichita](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/riverside-terrace-wichita-pj-vj~68730) - Location: Houston, TX - Photos: 12 - Description: Addition and Alteration - Complete renovation and remodel to historic home with new back addition, roof terrace, pool and landscaping. - [Empty Nester Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/empty-nester-retreat-pj-vj~394556) - Location: Deer Park, TX - Photos: 22 - Description: Barn garage conversion, apartment attic build out, new vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, exposed chimney, hidden door, whitewashed wooden wall, and stained glass. - [Riverside Terrace - Fernwood](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/riverside-terrace-fernwood-pj-vj~68722) - Location: Houston, TX - Photos: 6 - Description: Alteration - Complete remodel and renovation to historic home. - [Riverside Terrace - Oakdale](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/riverside-terrace-oakdale-pj-vj~68713) - Location: Houston, TX - Photos: 8 - Description: Alteration - Renovation and remodel to historic home with new kitchen and baths. - [Kingwood - Kings Crown Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kingwood-kings-crown-estate-pj-vj~71021) - Location: Humble, TX - Photos: 12 - Description: Addition - New pool pavilion with outdoor kitchen. - [Lynn Park - Whitman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lynn-park-whitman-pj-vj~68624) - Location: Houston, TX - Photos: 9 - Description: Alteration - Renovation and remodel with new kitchen and bath. - [Hyde Park Montrose - Commonwealth](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hyde-park-montrose-commonwealth-pj-vj~68619) - Location: Houston, TX - Photos: 10 - Description: Alteration - New kitchen renovation and remodel. - [West University - Lake Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-university-lake-residence-pj-vj~1121798) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 19 [See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/spencer-howard-design-construction-management-pfvwus-pf~939780751) ## Community Q&A **Q: What trees in landscape? Japanese black pines in front?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Yes, unfortunately they did not survive Houston's heat. A shortleaf spruce pine from East Texas was originally specified and looks very similar. To the left are Bald Cypress and behind are Savannah Holly. **Q: Tablecloth** *(in Photo Questions)* Where can I find that tablecloth A: The table cloth is an antique so I don't have any additional information on it. Sorry! **Q: Can you tell me the brick used on the Fernwood home? I am looking for** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The house was built in the late 1940s, so I don't have info on the original brick. We did use a restoration service to clean and seal it though, which made the red much more vibrant. For new brick, Cherokee out of Georgia has some great reds to choose from: http://www.cherokeebrick.com **Q: Cabinet question** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the wood and finish of the cabinets in this photo? DHanagriff A: The wood is maple and the stain is a mixture of a couple different colors for a yellow-gray finish. Let me know if you have any other questions! **Q: Plz help me with my home office/ study ( its urgent)** *(in Design Dilemma)* I have an 11 feet wall in the study room for making a built in work space. I loved this work space here on houzz ( image 1) I want this built in with a few changes : I wanted to add roll out cabinets (image 2) And an ending tall cabinet (image 3) And I want to add horizontal cabinets with the tall one's in image 1. Can anyone help designing this along with the measurements. How tall and wide the cabinets should be to achieve a similar look. secondly, what should be the distance between the lamps and the work space. The width of the drawers Color of the built ins as the kids wont be kind to white cabinets at all. As I want these to be contemporary to go with rest of the house. I will be thankful. Or any other ideas are more than welcome as I am pretty much lost and cannot think straight at the moment and my carpenter is all set to work on it. A: Sorry I didn't see your post sooner... Cabinets that go all the way to the ceiling will always look better and make the room feel taller. The drawer widths should be a minimum of 16-20 inches to accommodate file folders. The wider the better, but still allow for 30-36 inches of knee space width in between drawers. Distance from table top to bottom of lamps should be 18-24 inches and maybe more depending on monitor/computer size. Dark colors can be just as bad as white for showing scratches and other wear. Consider a middle gray to go with contemporary designs or other earth tones for easy touch up if need be. Make sure the primer matches the finish color because the first scratch will reveal this base coat. Hope that helps and feel free to contact me if you have any other questions! **Q: Love the cabinets! What type of wood are they?** *(in Photo Questions)* Love how the cabinets go with the grey colored wall. What wood is it and do you happen to know what paint color it is? A: Not sure what is proprietary about it... And no mention of how to contact these brilliant designers... I'm sure manufacturers love, I mean hate, doing business with you. Sharing information helps everyone :) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-21.*