Kickerillo Now Building in Cross Creek Ranch

Kickerillo Company, Houston's long-time building and development company, and Trendmaker Development Company jointly announce that Kickerillo Company will be the exclusive custom builder in the new master-planned community of Cross Creek Ranch, a Trendmaker Development located in Fulshear, Texas.

"We are excited to partner with Trendmaker Development to build in the premier community of Cross Creek Ranch," said Vincent Kickerillo, Chairman and CEO of Kickerillo Company.  "Cross Creek Ranch offers the 'perfect blend' of everything people want in a community, while Kickerillo offers all of the quality, design and comfort that people want in a home."

A builder/developer since 1957, Vincent Kickerillo's trademark designs have become Houston's iconic homesteads in 32 communities in the greater Houston area.

"Trendmaker is proud to have Kickerillo Homes joining us in Cross Creek Ranch.  This new venture blends two well-known and highly respected real estate brands on Houston's popular west side," said Will Holder, President of Trendmaker.  "Both names are highly recognized and trusted by homebuyers and Realtors alike. A strong focus on quality builders, an eco-friendly land plan and resort-style amenities will continue to resonate strongly with current and future buyers in Cross Creek Ranch."

Kickerillo's gated "Lakes of Cross Creek" section is mostly waterfront home sites that will feature homes from his Elite Homes and Signature Collection. The Elite Series features architectural exteriors of stucco or stucco and stone, combined with a combination of hardwoods, granite, marble and stone inside The Signature Collection homes are created with spaciousness in mind and an emphasis on focal points such as kitchens, master suites and master baths. The elevations of homes in the Signature Collection showcase Kickerillo's unique architectural style, while interior elegant amenities complete the combination of function and form.

According to Joel Marshall, Senior Vice President of Trendmaker Development Company, "Cross Creek Ranch, convenient to the Westpark Tollway, is located in a high-growth area with easy access to established retail developments such as La Centerra and Katy Mills Mall and the continued expansion of quality medical facilities, including Texas Children's Hospital and Memorial Hermann Hospital."

Construction of Kickerillo Homes in Cross Creek Ranch is scheduled to begin in fall of 2009 and pre-sales are already underway.  To learn more about Kickerillo homes, please visit www.Kickerillo.com.  For more information on Cross Creek Ranch, we invite you to visit www.CrossCreekTexas.com. Trendmaker's past developments in Katy include the communities of Green Trails and the recently completed Grand Lakes.