OUR TEAM

At Katz Builders Inc., we're immensely proud of our award-winning team.

"Since inception, we've built the Katz Builders Inc. team the same way we build our homes, with integrity, respect, and pride. Our hand-selected team has worked and lived by these values, resulting in decades of successful service to the Austin area."

— Lucy and Joel Katz

Designer

Architect

Engineer

Contractor

JOEL B. KATZ

Head Coach

Certifications:

  • CPA – Certified Public Accountant
  • GMB – First Custom Home Builder in Austin to be certified as a “Graduate Master Builder“ by the National Association of Home Builders
  • CGP – Certified Green Professional by the National Association of Home Builders


Exceptional Recognition:

  • "2019 Life Time Achievement Award" Presented by the Texas Association of Builders
  • "2005 J.B. Sandlin Builder of the Year” presented by the Texas Association of Builders for his exemplary service and leadership contribution to the building industry at the local, state and national levels.
  • "2002 Turnquist – Tungedhat Award” presented by Austin Habitat for Humanity for Board commitment beyond the scope of responsibility.
  • "1999 Distinguished Excellence Award” from the Texas Capital Area Builders Association for his contribution to the building industry and the Texas Capital Area Builders Association.

Special Affiliations:

Custom Builders/Remodelers Council – Greater Austin Home Builders Association: Joel is a founding member and has chaired this group on two separate occasions. The mission for this group is to provide continuing education and a support network for its custom builder/remodeler members. A buyer’s co-op was established allowing the group to make better purchases in an effort to contain construction costs.

CBUSA Custom Builder USA – Founding Member & Director for Austin, Texas – Buyers Co-op allowing the opportunity to purchase at the most competitive pricing.

Current Professional Activities: 

  • National Association of Home Builders Committees:

      • Senior Life Director for National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
      • Vice-Chair Budget Committee 2014
      • Chair Business Management Information Technology Committee 2013
      • NAHB Audit Committee Chair 2004 to 2009
      • NAHB Finance Committee Member 2010-present
  • Texas Association of Builders (TAB):
    • Audit Committee Chair 2010 – present
    • Treasurer 2002 -2009
    • Association Planning Committee Member 2001 – present
    • Audit Committee Chair 2002 – 2007
    • Finance Committee Chair 2002 – 2007
    • Life Board Director
  • Home Builders Association of Greater Austin:
    • Board of Director Life Member
    • Finance Committee Chair 2011 – present
    • President 1997
    • Vice President Chair of Education 1996
  • Custom Builders Council Founder and Chair of 1994/1995
  • St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church School Board of Trustees 2004 – 2010
  • National Association of Remodelers Institute NARI member
  • Muscular Dystrophy Volunteer 1979 – present

Past Activities:

  • National Association of Home Builders – Builder 20, Pacesetter 1996-2007
    • President of a National Chapter
  • State and Local Chair of the Moisture and Air Quality Task Force for both:
  • Texas Association of Builders
  • Texas Capital Area Builders Association 2001-2002
  • Habitat for Humanity Austin President 2001 and 2002
  • Texas Association of Builders Finance Committee
  • Texas Capital Area Builders Association:
    • President 1997
    • Vice-President 1996
  • Chair for Custom Builders Council 2001 and 2002
  • Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce Board Director
  • START Co-Founder – Social Transition and Rehabilitation Training 1971

Judge for Best Business Practices and Product; and Show Cased Homes for Award Competition in the Following Communities or for the Following:

  • Custom Builder of the Year NAHB National Award – 2006 & 2007
  • Austin Chamber of Commerce Business Award – 2005
  • Dallas Vesta Awards – 2005
  • San Antonio Parade of Homes – 2004
  • New Braunfels Parade of Homes – 2004
  • Frisco Texas Street of Dreams – 2004
  • Best in American Living – 2003
  • Dallas Parade of Homes – 2002

NAHB Trainer:

  • Estimating
  • Business Accounting and Job Cost

LUCY T. KATZ, CAPS

V.P. Operations & Customer Service

Certifications:

  • National Association of Home Builders – Trainer
  • National Association of Home Builders – Certified Aging in Place Specialist
  • National Association of Personnel Consultants – Certified Personnel Consultant
  • Americans with Disability Act, State of Texas – Train the Trainer
  • EPA Certified – Lead-Safe Renovator
  • ProEarth University Certified First Responder Graduate “2009″

Exceptional Recognition:

  • National Association of Home Builders Life Director
  • Texas Association of Builders – Remodeler of the Year
  • YWCA Woman of the Year – Community Service 
  • National Association of Builders & TAB Association
    • Excellence Award for Best Magazine – Editorial Chairwoman of The Texas Builder Magazine
  • Women’s Council of Realtors – Affiliate of the Year
  • City of Austin – Woman Making A Difference

National Association of Home Builders:

  • National Association of Home Builders Committees: (NAHB)
    • Green Remodelers Council Chair 2009
    • Remodeler Council Trustee 2006 - present
    • Builder 20 Trustee Alternate 2005 – 2012
    • Custom Builders Committee 2003 – present
    • International Builder Show Education Committee 2003 -2007
    • Education Committee 2001 – 2009
    • Single Family Small Volume Committee 2001 – 2009
    • Custom Builders Symposium Committee
    • Publication Workgroup
    • NAHB Life Board Director

Texas Association of Builders (TAB):

  • Remodelers Council Chairperson 2013-2015
  • Remodelers Council Chairperson 2006-2007
  • Life Board Director
  • Association Planning Committee Member 2002 – 2012
  • Remodelers Council Member 2004 – present
  • Communications Committee Chair 2000-2003
  • Texas Builder Magazine Editorial Chair 2000-2003

The Home Builders Association of Greater Austin:

  • Custom Builder Council Steering Committee 2005 – 2013

National Association of Remodeling Industry (NARI):

  • President – 2009
  • President-Elect – 2008
  • Education/Program Chair 2006
  • Board Director 2006/2011

National Kitchen and Bath Association 2010-present:

  • Membership Chair 2023
  • Texas Hill Country National Kitchen & Bath President 2018-2019

City of Austin Residential Design Compatibility Commissioner (RDCC) 2009-2015

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With years of experience as a design-build firm, we ensure all steps of the process are completed in-house, on budget, and with a keen eye for superior results. Contact us today for a free consultation.

Some areas we proudly service are Austin, Tarrytown, Pemberton, Hyde Park, East Austin, Zilker, Rosedale, Windsor Park, Allendale, Brentwood, Northwest Hills, Bee Cave, Sunset Valley, Rollingwood, West Lake Hills, Oak Hills, Lost Creek, Spanish Oaks, and Lakeway. 

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