Garabedian Properties was chosen for a feature in the Residential Edition of the Landscape Article Magazine in April 2026! Read an excerpt from the article of the chosen property we built for our Owners in Westlake, Texas, titled “Lakeside Villa” — Successful homes begin with…
Spray foam insulation is used in construction because of its ability to create an extremely airtight building envelope. We use spray foam because of its energy efficiency, noise reduction, and improved temperature control it can provide. However, if you are to install it yourself, the installation process…
Why You Should Install Lutron in Your Home Years ago, a room might have had one switch and one overhead fixture. Today, that lighting has changed. Even a modest custom home can have pendants over an island, under-cabinet lighting, accent lighting inside cabinetry, decorative fixtures,…
Rising Housing Costs If you have been watching the housing market over the past several years, one thing is clear: Costs are not slowing down. Material pricing, labor shortages, land constraints, and interest rates all get plenty of attention. Those are all real factors, but there is…
Lighting is one of the most underestimated design elements in a home. People spend months selecting flooring, cabinetry, and countertops, but lighting decisions can shape how you feel in your home. At Garabedian Properties, we use Lutron Ketra Smart Home Lighting paired with Homeworks control…
Uniqueness… “Built-In” — Episode with Team G Designing a custom home from scratch can feel overwhelming. There are architects, builders, surveys, engineering reports, city approvals, and countless design decisions that all need to come together before we can begin construction. For families building their first…
Meet Our Southlake Owners When we asked Ernie and Sheila McAnally why they picked up the phone and called Mike Garabedian — twice — their answer was: “You can trust him to always do the right thing.” That statement spoke to character. Our Owners met…
When a Bat Moves into Your Patio: A GEMS Story When we create beautiful outdoor spaces for our Owners — places to relax, entertain family, and enjoy North Texas evenings — every once in awhile, unwanted guests decide they would like to enjoy those spaces,…
Tankless water heaters have pretty much become the standard in new construction homes and as their use has proliferated, a new set of issues are arising. We hope this blog helps increase the lifespan of your Tankless, and gives you peace of mind when it…
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