78R16768 JH-D

By:  Wong                                                         H.R. No. 1358



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, Fondly remembered by many Texans as the site of 
Weldon Cafeteria, the building at 4916 Main Street was designed by 
MacKie & Kamrath Architects, and its two-story, cantilevered dining 
room garnered significant media attention when it opened in 1949; 
the cafeteria closed in the early 1970s, and over the ensuing years, 
tenants in the building made extensive alterations to the original 
structure, including the installation of a 9-foot suspended ceiling 
in the dining room and the construction of a gas station out front; 
and
	WHEREAS, In 1999, the gas station and building were purchased 
by one owner, and the gas station was torn down; shortly thereafter, 
Ray + Hollington Architects leased the space for use as its studio 
and quickly set about returning the building to its original 
splendor, restoring MacKie & Kamrath's interior design in the 
process; and
	WHEREAS, A true architectural treasure, this structure is yet 
again a valued part of the Houston landscape and 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 Ray + Hollington Architects on the 
receipt of a Greater Houston Preservation Alliance 2003 Good Brick 
Award and commend the members of the firm 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.