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. Nearly 340 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 2023 Community Revitalization Awards received twenty three (23) nominations with six (6) non-residential and eleven (11) residential projects receiving recognition.

Judging Committee

• Curtis Dorian, City Council member
• Ken Hutchenrider, City Council member 
• Sebrena Bohnsack, City Plan Commissioner
• Ken Southard, City Plan Commissioner
• Kim Quirk, Chamber of Commerce

The 2023 Community Revitalization Awards presentation to the City Council was held during the February 19, 2024, City Council meeting.

Alexander Residence • 2302 Custer Parkway

A former 1960’s Canyon Creek home was demolished and rebuilt with a 2-story residence in a French eclectic style. Mature trees were retained, and landscaping and planter boxes added.

Bui Residence • 100 Trailridge Drive

A new, contemporary residence was built in the Berkner Park neighborhood on a lot that had been vacant for over ten years. The façade includes stone, painted brick, and wood elements.

Davis Residence • 700 West Shore Drive

This new home in Arapaho Heights features a transitional style with brick and panel façade elements. Mature trees were maintained in the front yard and landscaping was enhanced.

Hendry/Levin-Galow Residential Renovation • 1309 Mackie Drive

This 1970’s home received extensive repair and renovation to the interior and exterior. The exterior improvements included new paint, a new front door, and new landscaping.

Kent Residence • 6 Pebblebrook Circle

The original 1968 home was demolished and a new custom residence was built. The home is on a cul-de-sac in the Prairie Creek Estates area of Canyon Creek. It is a transitional design with Tudor revival elements and a brick and stone exterior.

Kline Residence • 745 Snowden Drive

Updates to the landscaping and façade have created a revitalized look for this 1960’s home in the Greenwood Hills area. A new walkway and plantings were added in front of the home. The windows and shutters were updated, and the façade elements were painted and restored.

Koestner Residence • 2226 Shady Creek Drive

This property completed an extensive renovation and addition. The home is a 2-story folk-style residence with a painted brick veneer, large windows, and a front porch.

Lawson Residence • 214 South Lois Lane

This Highland Terrace home built in 1956 was renovated to add a second story. Façade improvements were added to the existing main level and existing mature trees were maintained and protected.

McKeever Residence • 3100 Canyon Creek Drive

A 1970s, home was replaced with a modern transitional style-home with the exterior featuring buff leuders Texas limestone, Hardie siding, and Covington Brick.

Santamaria Residence • 1004 Cardinal Lane

A new 2-story, contemporary transitional home was constructed on the property, replacing a single-story home originally constructed in 1960. The new Arapaho Heights home has a hip roof, white painted brick veneer, and black-framed windows and trim.

Smith Residence • 2224 Flat Creek Drive

A single-story home from 1966 was demolished and replaced with a 2-story contemporary residence with new exterior materials, brick and stone. A large, mature tree in the front yard was maintained and new landscaping installed.

Courtyard by Marriott • 1000 South Sherman Street

This Courtyard by Marriott location was fully renovated on the interior and exterior. The exterior was painted and wood elements added on the façade and full property. The landscaping was also updated.

Greenville Business Center • 888 South Greenville Avenue

This commercial center had substantial façade modifications to add architectural elements to the corners of the buildings and distinguish the suite spaces. New parapets and signage were added. Seating areas were improved on the interior courtyard.

Partenope Ristorante • 110 South Greenville Avenue

Façade improvements to the building included new storefront glazing, metal and fabric awnings, and new lighting. The parking area in front was improved and a patio seating area added along Polk Street.

Richardson Spanish Seventh-Day Adventist Church • 1015 East Belt Line Road

The parking areas, accesses, and landscaping have been redeveloped and improved. The church added a drive lane along the building that opened the view to their unique building.

South Cottonwood Office • 208 South Cottonwood Drive

This commercial building from the 1960’s was updated with façade improvements, including a new roof design, new windows and brick and stone materials. The landscaping and ramp access to the suites was improved.

Town North Mazda • 307 South Central Expressway

Town North Mazda has operated in Richardson since 1974. They recently completed a rebuild of the property that included a new building in a modern commercial style. The vehicle sales lot was paved and landscaped, and new lighting installed.