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                                                                  H.R. No. 1355



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Since 1979, the Greater Houston Preservation 
Alliance has recognized local contributors to the preservation, 
restoration, and enhancement of Houston's architectural heritage 
through the presentation of its Good Brick Award, and it is a 
pleasure to join in honoring one of this year's deserving 
recipients; and
	WHEREAS, The residence located at 2337 Blue Bonnet was 
originally constructed in 1937 by Harold Calhoun using a 
construction system called Stran-Steel, and its clean lines fit in 
well with Houston's image as a modern city; when it was completed, 
the home was featured in numerous national magazines as an 
excellent example of international style architecture; and
	WHEREAS, In 2001, Courtney and Fred Steves purchased the 
home, which had been neglected and was in much need of repair; they 
hired Glassman Shoemake Maldonado Architects to assist them in 
restoring it, and with meticulous research and extreme care, they 
were able to realize this dream, even retaining much of the home's 
original cabinetry, built-ins, bathroom fixtures, furniture, and 
exterior facade; and
	WHEREAS, A true architectural treasure, this structure is yet 
again a valued part of the Houston landscape, and its beauty and 
charm is certain to be admired for years to come; now, therefore, be 
it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas 
Legislature hereby congratulate Courtney and Fred Steves and the 
Glassman Shoemake Maldonado Architects on their receipt of a 
Greater Houston Preservation Alliance 2003 Good Brick Award and 
commend them for their work in preserving the unique architectural 
heritage of their city; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for them as an expression of high regard by the Texas House 
of Representatives.

                                                                            Wong

                                                  ______________________________
                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 1355 was adopted by the House on May 
28, 2003, by a non-record vote.

                                                  ______________________________
                                                     Chief Clerk of the House