Good Brick Award for 2025 Awarded to Houston Designer

November 26, 2024  by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry   

The awards jury praised Patton’s project for its respectful approach to restoration, noting her careful preservation of key design elements while adapting the home to meet contemporary needs. The jury was especially impressed by her commitment to retaining the original vision of architect Paul László through meticulous exterior work that reflects his design aesthetic.

This award acknowledges Patton’s vision in rehabilitating the home amidst a wave of redevelopment in Braeswood, underscoring the importance of safeguarding Houston’s historical architecture.

"I’m deeply honored to receive this award. After a decade in interior design, I’ve come to realize how essential preservation is. This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects a shared appreciation for valuing what already exists and finding ways to enhance it, rather than replacing it simply because we can" says Patton.

The Good Brick Awards, presented by Preservation Houston since 1979, honor significant contributions to historic preservation and restoration in the Houston area. These awards

recognize a variety of achievements, including the renovation and adaptive reuse of buildings, projects that enhance the city’s historic fabric, preservation-related publications, and initiatives that promote cultural heritage. Nominations are accepted for both specific projects and for individuals or groups demonstrating exceptional leadership in preservation. The program has grown to celebrate a broad spectrum of projects, from historic home restorations to the rehabilitation of culturally significant sites in Houston