When the lot selection task seems daunting or once you narrow your search down to a unique set of lots, it is a great time to partner with a design/build professional to help you start to visualize the possibilities. We love this opportunity!

We begin this process by listening to the needs and wants of our clients. Is a long distance view important, are the stands of trees important, is an outdoor eating area important, are you anticipating including a pool? We want to know how you plan to use your outdoor space in order for us to best evaluate a lot. The possibilities for orienting the house on the lot is a big consideration. If you want to spend your evenings grilling outside on the deck, than orienting your home to avoid the evening western sun is appropriate. The south east breezes are the most prominent and desirable. If you dream about enjoying your morning coffee on the porch then avoiding the morning eastern sun is going to be important. We also want to maximize the views, whether they are views of the sunset in the hills or views of the wild life in your trees. We enjoy helping you visualize the possibilities that will create the environment you want.

I’ve written and said this before, but we have the experience necessary to envision your home on your property in a way that blends the exterior and interior of your home to capture the views and the natural beauty of your property.

has a degree in Architecture from the University of Texas at Austin, and his associate Teri Froetschel has an Interior Design degree from Texas Christian University.

Authentic Custom Homes has over 30 years of excellence in designing and building luxury homes throughout the Texas Hill Country. To us, design-b

uild is centered on a philosophy that homes must have beautiful architectural form with practical convenience and functionality. Our team of designers and builders work together to develop a home plan from day one that fits our clients’ vision and practicality of construction.

Magazine tear outs, links to Houzz and a board on Pinterest……you have so many ideas but are overwhelmed with how they will all come together. We understand this. Today our client’s have access to so many resources for design ideas. We are experienced at listening to our clients, and we have the ability to abstract their ideas during our interview, edit and interpret them into a refined style. We understand space relationships and are able to predict details that will present opportunities throughout the design. With a genuine passion for design, creativity and discovery we are able to envision our client’s needs and orchestrate their design from the formation of their first desire to final placement of that family portrait on the fireplace mantle. We have the experience necessary to place your home on your property in a way that blends the exterior and interior of your home to capture the views and the natural beauty of your property.

The collaboration of a designer and a contractor is the most critical element to the success of your home’s design. At Authentic Custom Homes, we understand the costs, the efficiencies and the practicality of what we are designing. Our ability to value engineer your home is what distinguishes our company from another. We evaluate the spaces to confirm that the entire square footage is meaningful. Israel Peña has 30 years of experience designing and building homes. Additionally, Teri Froetschel has 25 years of experience designing and building homes. This collaborative experience translates to a full design that protects your investment.

Ultimately, we know building a home is much more than a technical achievement. It is the place you’ll live. The place where your memories will be built. Your new home should be designed and built on trust and it’s about your relationship with the firm you select to create it.

We remain committed to blending the exterior and interior of our homes to capture the views and essence of the Texas Hill Country. Our model home is on the 6th hole of the Jack Nicklaus golf course in Cordillera Ranch. As you approach the entry tower, you will see beyond the great room, across the lake on the golf course to the Twin Sisters peaks. You will enjoy these views from the entertainment room, the kitchen, the great room and the study. The views become even more prominent when you are upstairs in the room of your choice, relaxing and experiencing the joy of living in the Texas Hill Country.

73 Winged Foot is 5413 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 1 room of your choice, 5 1/2 bathrooms, a Mom’s room, a study and a pool. Stay tuned for the reveal of our floor plan.

Survey the landscape and discover core palettes inspired by Mother Earth.

Neutrals: a field of grain, a pile of pebbles, weathered wood, earthy clay and raw organic materials.

Reds: A brilliant flower, a glowing ember, the colors of fire and passion, and the earth’s molten core.

Blues: Clear water, faded American denim, rivers, lakes and seas, workwear, and crisp blue skies.

Greens: The depths of the sea and forest seaweed, algae and moss, rooftop gardens and foliage motifs.

Yesterday while at Estancia, we had the opportunity to watch some of the world’s most recognizable team ropers while they filmed an instructional video. It was fun! You’ll see on the video that they had a helicopter with a video camera flying in the arena to capture some the action. These gentleman are very skilled and passionate about roping! Estancia is a stunning development in the heart of the Texas Hill Country and offers you the superlative country lifestyle with grand country estates, exclusive facilities, remarkable amenities and breathtaking views that go on forever. Delivering the utmost in serenity and privacy, Estancia is your sanctuary for graceful country living.

We are featured builders in many distinctive neighborhoods and have built on many private ranches throughout the Texas Hill Country, San Antonio, Comfort, Fredericksburg and Boerne, TX.Standing as jewels in the famous landscape of the west, Authentic Custom Homes are carefully planned and constructed for luxury, practicality and modern convenience.

To Authentic Custom Homes, “Building Green” means being conscientious, in every facet of our business, from daily operations, design, construction and warranty. Starting with the design phase, we carefully assess the land and blend the home with the natural amenities of the site, capturing views and preserving trees. We take extra effort to minimize disturbance during construction. We incorporate quality energy efficient products. We have implemented schedules that maximize productivity which requires less energy. We remain up to date on advances in technology and how it impacts the home, the homeowner and the end product we build.

Increased Comfort:

• When building a green home you start with good design and sensitivity to orientation. When orientation is not ideal use deep porches and/or other methods of shading large glass areas from direct sun.
• Controlling humidity and indoor air quality can be accomplished easily with the correct equipment and proper planning. Ideal indoor humidity should be between 40% and 50%.
• High quality vinyl or wood windows with double pane, low-e glass are a must for controlling heat transfer, especially when windows are not shaded.

Lower operating costs and utility bills:  Energy efficient air-conditioning equipment, appliances and lighting will lower energy consumption and pay for themselves.

Increased value! At Authentic Custom Homes, we focus on utilizing energy-efficient, environmentally sustainable materials and technologies. As a Green-Certified Builder, we construct homes that exceed Energy Star and are verified by National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). By surpassing these stringent standards set forth by both the U.S. Government and independent agencies, our clients make their homes work smarter for them, saving money year after year utility and maintenance bills over the life of their home. We back support energy efficient technology with on-site testing to ensure performance, providing an added layer of confidence for our clients.