We’re proud to announce that Mike Blake Custom Homes has been named a finalist in six categories at the 2025 STAR Awards.
Hosted by the Texas Association of Builders, these awards recognize excellence in the residential construction industry across the state.
Being selected as a finalist among many outstanding builders is an honor we don’t take lightly. It reflects the dedication, craftsmanship, and care we bring to every project.
While the winners haven’t been announced yet, we’re grateful for the recognition and hopeful for what’s to come.
What Are the STAR Awards?
The STAR (Statewide Texas Association of Builders Recognition) Awards are a respected honor in the homebuilding industry, celebrating achievements in design, architecture, construction, and marketing.
Each year, builders, architects, and designers from across Texas submit their standout projects to be reviewed by a panel of industry professionals. Being named a finalist means our work was evaluated as among the best in the state—a recognition we’re proud of as we await final results.
Our 2025 Finalist Categories
Mike Blake Custom Homes has been named a finalist in the following categories:
- Grand Award – Custom Builder of the Year
Recognizing builders who demonstrate excellence across craftsmanship, customer experience, and leadership. - Best Architecture
Honoring thoughtful structural design that balances beauty and purpose. - Best Overall Interior Design
Highlighting interiors that reflect comfort, cohesiveness, and refined details. - Best Custom Home
Focused on a single home that represents the quality and creativity of our custom building process. - Best Website
Recognizing our efforts to communicate clearly and inspire clients through our digital presence. - Best Kitchen
Showcasing a kitchen that brings together style, innovation, and function in a meaningful way.
We’re honored to be in the running across these six categories and look forward to seeing how the final judging unfolds.
Spotlight: A Home That Captures the Vision
Several of our finalist categories feature one of our recent French Country-inspired homes, a project that beautifully blends rustic charm with modern design. This residence was thoughtfully built to promote seamless indoor-outdoor living, showcase heirloom details, and provide warm, light-filled spaces throughout.
From a marble chevron gallery and vaulted wood ceilings to the owner’s suite bath with heated floors and a turret-style shower, every space was crafted with intention. The interiors feature a curated mix of antiques, soft natural palettes, botanical elements, and handcrafted finishes that reflect both elegance and personality.
The kitchen, a finalist in its own category, is designed around five distinct work zones and includes Wi-Fi-enabled appliances, Taj Mahal quartzite countertops, and a striking pot rack chandelier made from an heirloom piece. The adjoining scullery offers color, storage, and function while tying in beautifully with the rest of the home.
While we won’t know the results until later this year, we’re proud to have submitted a home that truly reflects the heart of our design philosophy: homes that are personal, lasting, and uniquely yours.
What This Means for Our Clients
These nominations are a meaningful reflection of the trust our clients place in us. Each project we take on is a collaboration—an opportunity to understand your vision and bring it to life with care and craftsmanship.
Being named a finalist affirms that our team’s dedication, creativity, and commitment to quality are making an impact. Whether we take home an award or not, the recognition motivates us to continue delivering exceptional homes for families across East Texas.
Looking Ahead
As we await the results of the 2025 STAR Awards, we’re both humbled and excited. It’s an honor to stand among the best in Texas homebuilding, and we’re thankful to our team, trade partners, and clients who helped make this possible.
Regardless of the outcome, we remain focused on what matters most—building homes with lasting value, thoughtful design, and a deeply personal touch.
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Being named a STAR Awards finalist is a proud moment, but our greatest reward will always be building homes that feel like home to the people who live in them.
