Building for Texas: Durability Meets Design with Hardie® Siding
In the competitive Texas real estate market, building homes that are both beautiful and resilient is the ultimate goal. That's why Trophy Signature Homes, a builder known for its modern designs, is working with James Hardie Building Products, the #1 brand of siding in North America,* to equip every new home with durable, stylish exteriors that are built to last. This collaboration sets a new standard for quality and long-term value for homeowners across the Lone Star State.
The Challenge of Building in a Demanding Climate
Texas is a state of extremes. From the intense, year-round sun and high humidity to seasonal storms and sudden temperature shifts, the climate puts building materials to the test.
Homebuilders face the significant challenge of finding exterior solutions that can withstand these harsh conditions without compromising on style.
For homeowners, the expectations are clear. They want a home that not only looks great from the curb but also requires minimal upkeep. Siding, a home's first line of defense, must resist fading, cracking, and warping from sun exposure. It needs to stand up to moisture to resist damage from mold, rot and pests, and it must be tough enough to handle wind, rain, and impacts from debris during a storm.
Finding a single product that delivers on all these fronts—durability, low maintenance, and design flexibility—is the key to success in the Texas market. Trophy Signature Homes recognized this need and sought a product that could provide an exterior solution that guarantees performance without sacrificing modern aesthetics.
The Challenge of Designing Homes That Stand Out
The Trophy Signature Homes design team is always focused on helping every home stand out, not just on its own, but as part of a community with beautiful curb appeal. The versatility of Hardie® products gives them a wide palette of siding profiles, textures, and colors to work with, allowing them to mix and match materials for each style. For instance, they may combine horizontal lap siding with board-and-batten for a classic look, use sleek panels and rich trims for a modern feel, or blend elements from both to create transitional designs. By thoughtfully pairing these materials and details, they’re able to give buyers a range of options that reflect their personal taste while preserving the high-quality, low-maintenance benefits Hardie® products are known for. This approach means every homeowner can find a style that suits them and ensuring their house feels uniquely theirs and the community as a whole stands out.
The Solution: Fiber Cement Siding Engineered for Texas
After evaluating the options, Trophy Signature Homes selected Hardie® fiber cement products as the standard for all its homes. The choice was clear: Hardie® products are specifically Engineered for Climate®, providing a tailored solution that addresses the unique environmental stresses found in Texas.
Why Hardie® Fiber Cement?
Unlike wood or vinyl, which can suffer under the Texas sun and humidity, Hardie® fiber cement siding is built to endure. It resists damage from moisture, helping protect against the swelling and rot that can plague other materials. It’s also non-combustible and has a Class A fire rating when tested in accordance with ASTM E84, meaning it will not ignite when exposed to a direct flame, nor will it contribute fuel to a fire.** And, a common concern for Texas homeowners, it offers little appeal to pests, including termites.
The products chosen for Trophy’s builds include the iconic Hardie® Plank lap siding and versatile Hardie® Trim boards. This combination allows for clean lines and a variety of architectural styles, perfectly complementing Trophy’s modern design philosophy.
Performance That Protects
Hardie® products are Engineered for Climate®, which means the siding installed on a home in Dallas or Fort Worth is formulated differently than siding intended for a colder, drier region. This localized approach ensures the material has the precise composition needed to perform optimally against UV radiation, humidity, and temperature fluctuations specific to the area. For Trophy Signature Homes, this meant we could confidently deliver to our customers an exterior that would maintain its integrity and appearance with minimal upkeep for years to come, no matter what the Texas weather brings.
The Results: A Collaboration That Delivers Real Benefits
The collaboration between Trophy Signature Homes and James Hardie has produced tangible results for builders and homeowners alike. By standardizing with Hardie® products, the partnership ensures every home delivers on its promise of quality, beauty, and lasting performance.
The key outcomes of this successful alliance include:
- Unmatched Durability and Protection: Every Trophy homeowner receives a home protected by siding that resists damage from the most common threats in Texas, including moisture, hail, fire**, and pests.
- Consistent Curb Appeal: Using Hardie® Plank siding and Hardie® Trim boards across all builds ensures a uniform standard of quality and aesthetic excellence. This consistency strengthens the builder’s brand and enhances the value of the entire community.
- Lower Maintenance for Homeowners: Hardie® siding with ColorPlus® Technology is designed to hold its color longer and resist chipping, peeling, and cracking. Homeowners spend less time and money on exterior upkeep and more time enjoying their homes.
- Enhanced Homeowner Satisfaction: Buyers receive a visually striking home that is also built to last. This combination of design and durability leads to greater satisfaction and long-term value.
- Strong Brand Alignment: Both Trophy Signature Homes and James Hardie are committed to innovation and high-performance building. This shared vision makes for a natural and powerful partnership, driving the industry forward.
About Trophy Signature Homes
Trophy Signature Homes has quickly become a leading homebuilder in Texas, recognized for its modern architectural designs and a transparent, all-inclusive pricing model. The company focuses on creating stylish, functional homes that meet the needs of today's buyers. By including high-end features and quality materials as standard, Trophy removes the complexity from the homebuying process and delivers exceptional value right from the start.
Looking Ahead
As Trophy Signature Homes continues its expansion across Texas, working with James Hardie will remain a crucial asset in that growth. Together, we are raising the bar for residential construction in the state. The collaboration proves that builders do not have to choose between design-forward aesthetics and weather-tested resilience.
Experience the Difference for Yourself
For prospective homeowners, this collaboration means access to homes that are not only beautiful but also intelligently built for the Texas environment. It represents a shared commitment to creating communities that are durable, sustainable, and stylish, setting a new benchmark for what homeowners can and should expect from a new build. This focus on quality materials and thoughtful construction ensures that a Trophy home is a smart, lasting investment.
Explore Hardie® products to bring lasting beauty and durability to your next project.
*Based on Freedonia Group, Global Siding (Cladding) Report (2025).
**Hardie® fiber cement products are noncombustible and/or have a Class A fire rating when tested in accordance with ASTM E84. Fiber cement fire resistance does not extend to applied paints or coatings, which may be damaged or char when exposed to flames. The use of noncombustible siding, combined with other fire mitigation measures, may help harden a home against external fire.
