Crow notes. When buyers seek 10,000 square foot lots with privacy, empty parcels remain scarce. “When they’re looking to build new, they have the consideration of am I going to go backwards and tear down a house that has some value and start from scratch and lose that equity, or can I save the equity that might be in the good bones of the house and turn it into a new house without having to tear it down?” BRIDGING ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN, AND CONSTRUCTION Crow’s hands-on approach sets Stonehenge Classic Homes apart in Houston’s competitive luxury market, where builders typically delegate design and interior decisions to outside professionals. His comprehensive service model addresses a critical gap in the renovation process. “I’m able to provide a quick evaluation and a rough summary of what I think it might take to get there so they can make that decision to purchase the house,” Crow says about his pre-purchase consultations.“And then ultimately if they do end up purchasing the house, I most likely get hired to do that reinventing before they move in.” This front-end involvement eliminates the time-consuming process of coordinating multiple professionals before making an offer in West University’s fast-moving market. His creative involvement runs throughout the project. “I like to be hands-on. I absorb the knowledge that I’ve learned from all the professionals I’ve worked with on all those levels, but I’ve always had an interest in interior design and architecture,” Crow explains. “I can definitely provide input, which I do most of the time. I work side by side with the owner and that architect to get to the design they want.” This collaborative approach resonates with clients seeking personalized solutions.“Some of my clients prefer to minimize the use OF interior decorators or architects involved during construction. They prefer to be involved in the process themselves and work with me and my team, and I try to fill that box too,” he notes. However, Crow acknowledges the tradeoffs. “Some architects and decorators are not used to this approach, and those tend to not want to work with me as my clients expect me to be involved. If 4 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 06
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