The Richardson City Council created the Community Revitalization Awards to recognize property owners who have enhanced the community by making significant exterior improvements to their properties, which have, in turn, had a positive impact on the surrounding area.

Both residential and non-residential projects are eligible for consideration. 295 properties have been recognized since the Program’s inception in 1994. Traditionally, recipients are recognized by the City Council with a reception and award presentation ceremony held in February of each year.

The 2020 Community Revitalization Awards received nineteen (19) nominations with five (5) non-residential and seven (7) residential projects receiving recognition.

Judging Committee

• Ken Hutchenrider, City Council member
• Mark Solomon, City Council member
• Joe Costantino, City Plan Commissioner
• Ken Southard, City Plan Commissioner
• Stan Bradshaw, Chamber of Commerce

The 2020 Community Revitalization Awards presentation to the City Council was held during the March 1, 2021, City Council meeting.

Dobat Residence • 3002 Canyon Creek Drive

This Canyon Creek rebuild features a front entry garage, updated landscaping, and new front walkway. The new design adds architectural variety to the neighborhood.

Dodson Residence • 411 Fall Creek Drive

Located in Canyon Creek, this remodel of a home built in 1978, features a brick porch with columns and new metal awnings, updated landscaping, and a stone walkway. The updated façade includes new windows, new second story roofline, and standing seam metal roof.

Sheff Residence • 2214 Sutton Place

This new home in Canyon Creek features a brick and stone façade with a standing seam metal roof. New landscaping beds and front walkway highlight the mature trees on the property.

Hahn Residence • 2107 White Cliff Lane

The longtime owner of this Canyon Creek home decided to rebuild their home when their planned renovation proved complicated. The new home incorporates a wrap-around porch with new landscaping that highlights the yard’s mature trees.

Morgan Residence • 516 Lawnmeadow Drive

Located in Canyon Creek, this 1965 home underwent a complete renovation, incorporating a new house-wide porch with columns and the addition of a second story.

Bailey Residence • 1215 Cheyenne Drive

This new modern home in the Reservation features minimalist landscaping with structural landscaping beds. The new front walkway and front entry garage with translucent glass doors add to the curb appeal of the home.

Roberts Residence • 1905 Drew Lane

This 1980’s home in University Estates North received a facelift that incorporated travertine coin-work and copper tile details on the stoop, with a new front door and gas lantern. New architectural landscaping and sidewalk round out the design.

Digital Realty • 900 N. Dorothy Drive

Located in the Richardson Innovation Quarter, this 1970’s tilt-wall building was renovated with a limestone finish, new front door vestibule, and replacement of windows.

Bishop Barristers • 522 Bishop Avenue

Located in the Interurban area of the CORE, a tiny 1950’s house was expanded to become a law office. The exterior features a stone façade with corrugated metal accents and a single-slop green metal roof.

The Darling Company • 111 E. Polk Street

Located a block from Main Street, this 1950’s building was given a facelift with new paint, front door and planter boxes. The side of building features a new mural highlighted with inspirational sayings.

Lockwood Distilling Company • 506 Lockwood Drive

Located in The CORE district, this renovation of a strip center built in 1973, which recently housed a church, includes new windows and doors, along with metal panels to increase the façade height and presence along Lockwood Drive. The addition of an internal patio creates an outdoor space without extending the front façade.

BSI Investments / Artist Uprising Studios • 707 S. Floyd Road

Originally built as a motor vehicle service station, this 1950’s building is now home to a photography studio. The exterior has been updated with standing seam metal accents, along with new windows, front door, and overhead doors.