About Design Tech Homes
Our Story
The Design Tech Homes story began over 25 years ago from a shared dream to make a meaningful difference in the homebuilding industry.
We envisioned a place where families could experience the true benefits of custom homebuilding—designed around their lifestyle and built with care.
The name Design Tech Homes reflects our commitment to both design and innovation. From the start, we embraced technology as a tool to make the homebuilding process more efficient, more precise, and more cost-effective for our customers. Today, that vision comes to life as our clients and team members can walk through their custom homes in stunning virtual reality using VR headsets. We call this immersive experience VisionBuilt™ Home Design. This approach to building a custom home is a real game-changer. Not only does it help our clients visualize their dream home in detail, but it also allows us to virtually “build” the home before construction ever begins. This process drives greater efficiency and reduces costly changes, ensuring a smoother journey from concept to completion.
But at the heart of it all, our business has always been about people. We chose to be in this industry because we believe a home is the most personal space a family can have. By helping families create their forever homes, we get the privilege of becoming part of their story and building relationships that last long after the home is complete.
When you choose Design Tech Homes, you’re not just building a great home—you’re becoming part of our family.
1997
Design Tech Homes founded in Houston, Texas, initiating a new era in luxury custom home building.
1998
Expanded into Central Texas, showcasing superior quality and craftsmanship.
1999
First in Texas to offer in-house mortgage financing, simplifying home buying.
2000
Featured in Houston Business Journal’s Top 100 Fastest Growing Companies.
2003
Originated the Better Home Show, influencing home building standards.
2005
Led by joining the Guardian Certified Inspection Program for unmatched quality.
2007
Offered an unprecedented 20-year limited structural warranty in Texas.
2011 · 2023 · 2024
Awarded the national ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year, affirming our commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability.
2013
Became the exclusive homebuilder for Main Street America.
2014
Leadership recognized with Mike Feigin’s nomination for Entrepreneur of the Year.
2015
Raised over $500,000 for the Neurological Research Institute at Texas Children’s Hospital.
2017
Celebrated two decades of innovative home building.
2021
Expanded to Republic Grand Ranch, broadening our reach.
2022
Introduced VisionBuilt™ Home Design
2024
Joined the SureBuilt Certified Home™ Program, reinforcing our legacy of quality and innovation.
Partnering with Helping a Hero, Patten Companies, and Republic Grand Ranch, along with many other companies, we built a home for an injured warrior.
2025
Broke ground on our latest showcase model in The Estates of Texas Grand Ranch.
Our Team Brings Your Custom Home to Life
We’re a team of custom home building experts who combine dedication and consistency with a steadfast commitment to building outstanding custom homes. From laying the foundation to applying the final touches, every team member adheres to the utmost standards of craftsmanship and attention to details.
We’re here to ensure your home building experience surpasses your expectations. That’s our promise to you!
Supporting Discoveries
that Change Lives
Since 2012, Design Tech Homes, under the leadership of co-founders Barbara and Mike Feigin, has been actively supporting the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (NRI) at Texas Children’s Hospital, demonstrating our commitment to giving back to the community. This initiative is deeply personal to the Feigen’s who have close family members who have been affected by rare neurological disorders. Mike Feigin’s father Dr. Ralph Feigin was a renowned pediatrician and visionary of the NRI. Barbara and Mike continue his legacy of service, emphasizing dedication to improving lives beyond building homes.
Our partnership with the NRI exemplifies our joint mission in advancing medical research to find cures for neurological and neurodegenerative conditions. Through the support of our generous community, Design Tech Homes has raised over $1,500,000 for the NRI, marking significant milestones in our journey of philanthropy and community engagement.