Dark Side

The Darth Vader House’s Long (Imperial) March Through Houston History

We got a chance to speak to the new owner, Mexican sculptor Enrique Cabrera, about his vision for a brand-new chapter for the fascinating space.

05/09/2025 By Claire Sewell

To the Future

Modernist Architecture Is Here to Stay in Houston

Great style, accessibility, and sustainability all factor into Houston having its eye on the future.

02/26/2025 By Diane Cowen

Apartment Hunt

Is It Actually More Expensive to Rent in the Loop?

It really depends on what you’re looking for.

02/03/2025 By Uvie Bikomo

Open Doors

Fall Home Tours Show Off Houston’s History and Architecture

Eastwood, Good Brick, and AIA Houston open gorgeous houses to the public, from preserved older homes to newer gems.

10/15/2024 By Diane Cowen

The Growth Issue

Welcome to Boomtown

What's not growing or exploding right now in Houston?

06/12/2024 Edited by Emma Balter Illustrations by Sam Island

Survival Guide

What to Do When Your Property Is Threatened by Eminent Domain

We talk to attorneys about options for property owners who receive a notice about eminent domain.

06/11/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Want It All

Is an Affordable Home within the 610 Loop Still a Thing in Houston?

With the help of a local real estate agent, we go on a wild-goose chase to find a $350,000 home in the city.

06/10/2024 By Emma Balter

Luxe Living

The Houston High-Rise Apartments That May Be Worth $2,000 (Maybe)

From offering amazing downtown views to smart home technology, the city’s newest luxury properties are competing for high-earning residents.

06/07/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

The Great Disconnection

How Detached Townhouses Took Over Houston

A rare find in other US cities, they’ve become the de facto style built in Houston thanks to our construction-friendly ethos.

06/04/2024 By Daniel Renfrow

Sprawl

The Suburban Utopia Promise of Bridgeland

With master-planned communities, developers have created entire cities out of nothing on the outskirts of Houston.

06/03/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez Photography by Anthony Rathbun

Just Daydreaming

Actually Cool Things We Think Should Go in the Old Tower Theatre

The historic Montrose building is vacant again after Acme Oyster House closed, and we have some ideas.

01/05/2024 By Daniel Renfrow

Honey, I’m Home

Our Favorite Homes in the 2023 AIA Houston Home Tour

From charming bungalows to midcentury marvels, there are some spectacular architectural gems to explore this year.

10/20/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

Best of the City

Houston's Top Real Estate Professionals

For when you need help navigating the ups and downs of this wild real estate market.

06/27/2023 By Houstonia Staff

Property Watch

High-Contrast Elegance in a Montrose New Build

This two-story home in Houston’s hip neighborhood masterfully allies white with black, navy, and dark wood tones.

06/22/2023 By Melissa Dalton

Property Watch

A Heights Bungalow with Way More Space Than Meets the Eye

Built in 1925, this property was one of the first homes built in the historic Norhill neighborhood.

06/15/2023 By Melissa Dalton

Property Watch

A Galleria Penthouse with All the Views

Get a taste of the Uptown life, with a private elevator to get there.

06/08/2023 By Melissa Dalton

Property Watch

An Entertainer’s Dream in Piney Point Village

Think of all the dinner parties you could throw in this Houston home.

06/01/2023 By Melissa Dalton

Property Watch

An 1800s Estate with an Instagram-Famous Wedding Venue

The 56-acre North Texas listing includes a main residence, guest house, chapel and party barn, helipad, and pool.

05/25/2023 By Melissa Dalton

Property Watch

A Modern Hideaway in Hill Country

Energy-efficient construction, plus some really pretty scenery, makes this an ideal rural retreat.

05/18/2023 By Melissa Dalton

Property Watch

A Contemporary Craftsman in the Greater Heights

This home embodies Old World presence with a host of modern perks inside.

04/20/2023 By Melissa Dalton