Architects, Architecture Firms, & Building Designers Near Bellaire

“I cannot say enough good things about MASA. Mark and his team are incredibly hard-working—working long hours to make sure everything is perfect—and they are truly passionate about ensuring their beautiful design is executed exactly as intended. They neither cut corners nor drag out the project; they walk the perfect balance between implementing the homeowner’s vision and pushing back when that vision is impractical or, well, downright bad; and Mark is professional yet easy to get along with. We ended up going all in with MASA (utilizing their design services as well as construction management for our new home) once we realized how amazing they were. And in case you’re concerned that the principal (Mark) won’t be involved in the details, to the contrary, the man is out there squeezing himself into crevices and crawling on roofs to ensure measurements are correct down to the .01 inch.”

“We worked with Ideo Architects on our ice cream shop in The Woodlands, TX. Javier and David did a great job of listening to what we were looking to accomplish with a vintage ice cream scoop shop. It was the first time going through this process and they not only got our vision but guided us through the permit process. We are so happy with the outcome.”

“Our 1971 vintage home had a lot of potential and a lot of problems. It had a wonderful long gallery hallway adjacent to living, dining, wet bar, kitchen, breakfast and family room. Beyond that, things started to get a little weird. The flooring in the contiguous areas alternated between old saltillo and terrazzo. Our kitchen was about 10x12 and had a dropped 8 foot ceiling with fur downs, strange entrances and exits as well as view-obstructing overhead cabinetry. The refrigerator doors, when open, blocked access, effectively trapping the unwilling chef inside a dark, cramped kitchen. Hosting guests was difficult because guests didn’t have anywhere to “hang out” that wasn’t in the middle of the cooking triangle. Enter Paul Brow. His ideas were brilliant. By removing weight-bearing walls and raising ceilings, we converted our breakfast nook and kitchen into an enormous eat-in kitchen. Two huge windows and sinks. An 11 foot island with storage. Gorgeous floor to ceiling cabinetry and beautiful multi-layered lighting. A new pantry entrance allowed for a wet bar with liquor cabinets, drawers and a wine fridge. Paul doesn’t shy away from dramatic choices but also uses his knowledge of construction to suggest cost-effective solutions. He helped us find a timeless solution for our hodgepodge flooring, within our budget! We ripped out over 1500 feet of flooring, replacing with classic 3-inch European white oak. He asked me to measure our cookware, appliances, glassware, wine bottles, etc. to make sure that cabinetry could accommodate everything we needed. We decided to install an extra prep sink. He designed a stunning 60-inch range hood for us that would highlight the symmetry of the space and provide a visual grounding point for the design. This was an expensive piece of equipment, but at installation, I understood the wisdom of what he had suggested. In our powder room, he designed a modern wall-mounted cabinet and faucet that was elegant and simple, but along with the wallpaper created a gorgeous retreat. He designed custom windows and a mahogany front door and entry paneling that provided an entirely new experience for anyone entering our home. After we approved the specifics of the design, he helped us interview General Contractors and gave us guidance as to what we could expect realistically from the process. We were extremely pleased to work with Philip Morrisett of Morrisett Builders. Because of Paul's expertise and understanding of supply chain timelines, he advised us to select and order all appliances and hardware well before we ever started our project. He cares about grout, paint colors, fixtures, and knobs. No detail escapes him. His taste is impeccable. His attention to detail, superb. His work, timeless. His standard, perfection. We laughed a lot during the process, and cried very little! My motto whenever I had a question was: “Better call Paul.” And you should too.”