Westchase District

09/14/2020

It's Monday and normally we'd make this a Mystery Photo contest post. But in honor of our 25th Anniversary year, we thought we'd test your knowledge about Westchase District in another way. Contest question: our recently unveiled 25th anniversary logo features five colors: mustard yellow, purple, light khaki, blue and orange colors around the "25". Can you tell us what each color represents? Fastest and correct answers (all 5) wins a gift card to The Original Marini's Empanada House. #trivia #25annivesary #westchasedistrict25

09/11/2020

You've seen their fabulous murals and public art around Westchase District. Artists Larry Crawford and Reginald Adams are adding two more works to be completed soon. Crawford, who says he likes optical illusions, continues his theme of geometric patterns on retaining walls along Richmond Avenue. His latest work can be seen at the Hayes Road and Richmond bus stop in front of 11222 Richmond. Adams' work will feature a theme celebrating Puerto Rico. It will be on view at Walnut Bend on Westpark on B&E Reprographics' wall facing Walnut Bend. We are ecstatic anytime these artists create something for us! #publicartwork #artmural #publicart

09/11/2020

Westchase District Property of the Week: Forum at Westchase is located at 9701 Richmond Ave. The property has 4,300 sf office/medical space. On 1st floor there is 2,800 sf available fully built out as standard medical space to fit 7 - 23 people. On 2nd floor, 1,500 sf ideal small office for pain management practice or interventional radiologists. Fits 4 - 12 people. Find out more about the property by contacting Hossein Farschi with AJ Elite Commercial Estate at 281-235-4375. #propertyoftheweek #potw #officeinwestchase

09/11/2020

#25thanniversary Fun fact: Westchase District's 2020 maintenance budget is greater than our ENTIRE budget in 1996 (our first full year of existence). Our 1996 budget was $800,000. Our 2020 maintenance budget is $1.1 million. That includes street sign and monument sign maintenance, mowing our park sites, landscaping maintenance, plant replacement, water and electrical bills, plus trash pick-up. #beautification #seasonalplanting #webuylotsofmulch #westchasedistrict25

09/10/2020

The Westchase District Farmers Market was lucky to dodge the late shower. Still time for you to come out and join the market at St. Cyril of Alexandria Catholic Church at 10503 Westheimer Road. Lots of great prepared food if you need some take home for dinner. They are there until 7 p.m.

09/10/2020

One year ago today, Westchase District celebrated the groundbreaking of our Walnut Bend construction project. The roadway will have all new underground utilities, plus enhanced lighting, dedicated bike lanes, custom bus shelters, bike racks and extensive landscaping. In less than a year, we’ll celebrate the conclusion of this $20 million project and the reopening of Walnut Bend Lane. Read more abut the project at https://bit.ly/2xfnr2O #progress #bikefriendly #pedfriendly #motoristwillloveittoo

09/10/2020

Have you seen this week's Bounce Back Westchase specials? Some notable specials for this week include:

- Westchase Classical Academy - Tuition Free School is Now Enrolling
- Olympia Business Products - 10% OFF
- Master Rick Lee's TaeKwonDo - FREE Registration
and Uniform

Sign up for weekly email offers at bouncebackwestchase.com. If you are a business, you can also post an offer for free.

09/09/2020

#25thanniversary Our first-ever Corporate Challenge was held in the spring of 1998. Approximately 100 athletes participated in the event representing a dozen Westchase District businesses. Back then, there were eight different events, including one that required participants to swim in the Quillian pools wearing a coat & tie and then take off the workplace attire and pass it to their co-worker who would continue the relay. The event generated nearly $1,500 for Texas Special Olympics. The team representing the Adam’s Mark Hotel won top honors. #whatalegacy #wearestillcompeting #westchasedistrict25

09/09/2020

#trails #publicart You'll find lots of art on the Westchase District Trail System. Here's a mosaic at the Harwin Park entry backed by an inviting bench to sit, relax and enjoy the weather. #outdoorseating

09/08/2020

#25thanniversary Fourteen years ago this week, Westchase District’s Long-Range Plan was unveiled before a large audience of stakeholders, property managers, government officials and members of the media. The plan was developed by our board and staff over a two-year period in partnership with area public school administrators, city officials, county leaders, elected officials, neighborhood associations, quality-of-life groups. Houston METRO, law enforcement officials and others. Many elements of that plan have already been built and we continue to follow the vision of the LRP on a daily basis. #buildinghighervalue #vision #LongRangePlan #westchasedistrict25

09/08/2020

#TransformationTuesday Photos show BW8 looking north in 2004 and then in 2011. The highway and its frontage roads have been significant to commercial development and growth in Westchase District.#aerialview

09/04/2020

Construction crews have installed the first of several new mast arms that will be put up at intersections on Westheimer Road. It's all part of the Westheimer streetscape improvements. The old span wire signals will be removed and replaced with these powder black mast arms, giving functional and aesthetic improvements at all the Westheimer intersections throughout Westchase District.

09/04/2020

Westchase District Property of the Week: The Fairfield Inn by Marriott at 2400 W Sam Houston Pkwy S (at CityPlace Drive) has reopened after being closed 13 months for remodeling. Guests will enjoy a complete makeover of the property's lobby, fitness center and 80 rooms with new carpeting, lighting and furniture. The indoor pool has new poolside lounge seating and tile around the pool and walls. For reservations, call 713-334-2400. #PropertyOfTheWeek #POTW

09/03/2020

While The Original Marini's Empanada House at 10001 Westheimer in Carillon Shopping Center is a renowned empanada and Houston restaurant institution, did you know that Pelusa Marini bakes some of the tastiest treats like these incredible Alfajores De Maizena cookies? Yet another reason to enjoy The Original Marini's Empanada House. #livelifedeliciously #marinishouston

09/03/2020

#livelifedeliciously You can enjoy Blaze Pizza at 9650 Westheimer next to Randalls featuring terrific pizzas like an individual Keto Crust which only has 6g NET CARBS in the entire crust. Call ahead or dine in 713-780-0800.

09/02/2020

Read all the latest Westchase District news in the latest edition of our twice-monthly eNewsletter The Wire. And if you don't want to wait to read it on Facebook, subscribe today so that it will be delivered direct to your inbox. Read the The Wire. https://conta.cc/3lP6JvY

09/02/2020

On the Library Loop Trail, looking toward Rogerdale Road and buildings on Richmond Avenue.#trails #trailrunning #outdoors

09/01/2020

#transformationtuesday A view of CityWest looking south in 2004 and then in 2011. Can you see the addition of BriarLake Village Shopping Center?

08/31/2020

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center has three upcoming blood drives in the Westchase District area in September. The Blood Center will be continuing to do free COVID-19 Antibody Testing for everyone who donates. Donors will also be receiving some fun socks as a thank you and to raise awareness about Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

Below are this week's and upcoming dates. Look for the mobile donor coach and be sure to sign up first using the attached links. Donating blood is needed more than ever:

Houston Marriott Westchase: https://www.commitforlife.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/315320
Tuesday, September 1
2900 Briarpark
Donor Coach

Parkway Properties - CityWest Place: https://www.commitforlife.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/296538
Thursday, September 3
2101 Citywest Blvd.
Donor Coach (Parked in Service Drive)

Red Robin Westchase - 10465 Richmond Ave: https://www.commitforlife.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/314983
Tuesday, September 8
10465 Richmond Ave
Donor Coach

08/31/2020

UPDATE! The repairs have been completed and all Westheimer lanes have been reopened.

Traffic Diversion: We have been informed that both east-bound and west-bound traffic has been diverted off of Westheimer between Woodland Park Drive and Gray Falls Drive. A contractor working in the area hit a gas line. Houston Fire Department and CenterPoint Energy are both on the scene while repair work is underway. The repair work will take between 24 and 48 hours, so please avoid this area!

08/31/2020

#mysteryphoto: If you are shopping for sauces or salsa, you'll find Houston's tastiest and best at the Westchase District Farmers Market. For today's mystery photo contest, can you name the vendor that sells the jar in this photo? Fastest, correct answer wins a gift card from The Original Marini's Empanada House. ***Previous winners are awesome but not eligible for future prizes***.

08/31/2020

Westchase Shopping Center Drone Property Tour - Houston, TX

Check out this cool view of Westchase Shopping Center on Westheimer Road and the Westchase area that Weingarten Realty Commercial Real Estate produced. #aerialphotography #dronephotography #drone #dronevideo

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08/28/2020

The Library Loop Trail crossing at Walnut Bend is temporarily closed due to the Walnut Bend reconstruction project.

08/28/2020

Westchase District Property of the Week: Columbia Centre at 11011 Richmond Avenue is for sale. This 167,260 sf, Class A building is 79% leased, has 9 stories and currently 71.8% occupied by a diversified tenant base. There are 470 parking spaces. Features include curved glass construction, newly renovated conference/training facility, newly renovated on-site deli, mature trees, attractive landscaping and much more. Find out more by contacting Darrell L. Betts or Jessica Alexander with Avison Young at 713-993-7704. #propertyoftheweek #potw #officeinwestchase

08/28/2020

Reflections on 25: On this day 25 years ago, legislation became effective to create Westchase District after then-Governor George W. Bush signed it into law on June 12, 1995. The original Act signed by Gov. Bush is on display in Westchase District's conference room. #25th #anniversary #25yearanniversary #yearanniversary #milestones #westchasedistrict25

08/27/2020

If you are holding this succulent piece of Hibachi steak with your chopsticks, you are living life deliciously Benihana 9707 Westheimer Road. #livelifedeliciously

08/27/2020

#throwbackthursday #tbt Big-box store Target under construction in 2006. Target greatly expanded its square footage to begin offering grocery items at its 10801 Westheimer Road (at Walnut Bend) store. Target anchors the Westchase Shopping Center.

08/26/2020

🐶Happy National Dog Day to all of the pups in Westchase District! There's no funner activity than getting out for a walk with your favorite companion. And the Westchase District Trail System with the weather still good is a great place to go.#nationaldogday

08/26/2020

Virtual tour property of the week: Located at 2921 Briarpark Drive, The Retreat at Westchase offers upscale one and two bedroom apartments. Apartments feature hardwood flooring, full-equipped kitchens with espresso cabinets and chef-inspired appliances, cultured marble vanity tops, USB outlets, garden tubs, storage space, and a full-size washer/dryer in-unit. Select units include a fireplace. Property amenities include a resort-style swimming pool with a sundeck and covered grilling stations. A 24-hour fitness center, business center, and coffee/tea bar are in the clubhouse. Find out more by visiting https://www.theretreatatwestchase.com or calling 713-804-7447. Schedule a tour at https://bit.ly/34GXpUud #virtualtours

08/25/2020

Due to the potential of a severe weather impact by Hurricane Laura, tomorrow's drive-thru food distribution at First Methodist Houston tomorrow has been cancelled.

08/25/2020

#transformationtuesday One Oak Park is one of the many corporate campuses in the Oak Park section of the District (between Harwin and Bellaire along North Course Drive, Rogerdale, Town Park Drive and Westchase Way). Pics show construction progress in 2008 and finished building in 2009.

08/24/2020

Monday Mystery Photo: Do you know where this is? Quickest correct answer wins a gift card. #mysteryphoto

08/21/2020

Westchase District Property of the Week: 9990 Richmond Avenue has 2,000 - 50,345 sf available throughout first, second, third and fourth floors. Building features newly upgraded multi-tenant restrooms, exterior signage, monument sign and landscaping. A new patio/collaboration area was built in 2018 and 2017 improvements include enhanced roofing system, elevator modernization and an upgraded energy management system. Find out more by contacting Sam Hansen or Doug Pack, Avison Young, at 713-993-7174. #POTW #officeinwestchase #propertyoftheweek

08/21/2020

Read all the latest Westchase District news in the latest edition of our twice-monthly eNewsletter The Wire. And if you don't want to wait to read it on Facebook, subscribe today so that it will be delivered direct to your inbox. Read the The Wire. https://conta.cc/2Y92wJ1

08/20/2020

Virtual tour property of the week: Folio West Apartments is a luxury apartment community at 2525 CityWest Boulevard (corner of Rogerdale and Westheimer just steps from CityWest Retail w/ restaurants). Folio West offers one, two and three bedroom apartments featuring wood flooring, spacious floor plans, and high ceilings. Its courtyard has a fire pit and water feature. An entertainment room boasts a media wall, billiards, and gaming tables. The property has a pool, spa, cabanas and outdoor kitchen. Find out more by taking a virtual tour at https://www.foliowesthouston.com/virtual-tour or calling 713-230-8659. #virtualtours