Truehome Rave Reviews

"I felt like a participant in the process, not just a client. I discovered the true depth of my value for, and attachment to, my home."

Frank Johnston

Owner Heritage Texas Country Properties and Truehome Design Client

"Selling real estate is about listening and developing trust. Truehome asks all the questions up front that top producers have learned to ask their prospective buyers, because top-producing real estate professionals helped develop it. Truehome helps us understand what properties might truly be a match for our clients, even when they are not sure themselves. That saves us time, and helps them understand we are listening and doing our best to serve them."

Sandy Reed

Sandy Reed & Associates and past Vice President Houston Board of Real Estate Professionals

"Truehome is a credible tool that seeks out the design that will prove to be nurturing to our needs, allows us to heal when necessary, to take refuge from the stresses of work and the world at large, and to regain our equilibrium. Clinical intuition supports Travis' work in this regard but, more importantly, the behavioral and brain sciences both lead me to believe it will be effective as a strategy for the design of positive, progressive, healing environments for living."

Cecil Reynolds, Ph.D.

Past President of the National Academy of Neuropsychology and author of The Handbook of School Psychology, Encyclopedia of Special Education, and numerous widely-used psychological tests

"I have been particularly impressed by how Truehome was built with a sophisticated psychological theory at its core to create a set of exercises that are engaging and intuitive without sacrificing rigor or depth. I believe that Truehome, more so than any conventional design process, will help clients create spaces that match their personalities, ultimately resulting in happier, healthier lives."

Sam Gosling, Ph.D.

Professor of Psychology, University of Texas and author of Snoop: What Your Stuff Says About You

"People mostly look upon their homes as structures in which to live. But what if the home was much more, a living extension of the people living in it? What if the home could adapt to the physical, emotional, and physiological needs of its occupants? Wouldn’t we all be happier if our homes served us, rather than the other way around? Truehome is an innovative approach to home design and remodeling that incorporates cutting edge cognitive, ecological, and physiological principles in a way that puts the homeowner in control of the place she inhabits."

J Scott Turner, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Biology, SUNY College of Environmental Science & Forestry and author of The Extended Organism: The Physiology of Animal-Built Structures and The Tinkerer’s Accomplice: How Design Emerges from Life Itself

"Chris Travis has uncovered an often overlooked factor in home building and remodeling; that each project is to become the home of a living, breathing, feeling family. A home is not just boards and nails...it cradles a family."

Jack Greeson, Ph.D.

Clinical Psychologist, Jack Greeson & Associates, Truehome Design Client

"We were the beta testing site for Truehome. It lowered our production costs radically. Our clients love it and it makes our job much easier. It allows you to tailor a home to a family system. Environmental psychologists and practitioners have talked about merging psychology with architecture for decades, but these guys have actually done it. It's a tool that really works!"

Robert Brett Pitt A.I.A.

Architect, Pitt Architecture

"As an architectural programmer and planner, I have long thought that a project could be raised to a higher level of success and satisfaction if a client had an awareness of various factors that influence his architectural sensitivities and decision making. I certainly agree with the Truehome Workshop that the resultant design can be enhanced if a client's dream can be understood, developed, and reflected in the final programmatic product. Via your 'journey,' the client is focused, fully invested, will probably make some interesting discoveries about himself…and the designer will get a magic glimpse inside his cabeza."

Harry Harwood

Architect

"As a 'graduate' of the Truehome Workshop, I can tell you now that we are in the house, the method has worked beautifully for us and we are total believers. Sitting in those window seats is a joy!!! I feel like I know every nook and cranny, and it is all so familiar. The whole process has been so good for us."

Lynn and Ralph Youngblood

Custom Home

"I love my house and the history it represents. Chris instructed me to design a dream home I knew I could not afford…after a while a pattern began to evolve. To me, it was very relaxing."

Carol Doell

Custom Home

"Truehome truly guided us and created a home about who we are, not someone else's perfect home. We are delighted by our floor plan that would have not been nearly as successful without this program, and look forward to many happy and nurturing years in our home."

Sarah Chisholm

Custom Home

"Only after working through the entire process did we have clarity on our dreams for our home. This house has been in our family for over 60 years. Our home renovation was completed last week and we love the light, the space and the way we feel when we walk in the front door. This is our true home!"

Laurence Dempsey

Major Remodeling Project

"I am a busy, stay-at-home mom. Our existing home simply did not fit our needs, with two active young people competing with my husband and I over the use of the same living areas. Our whole family felt a lack of privacy and personal space, which caused us a lot of stress. Truehome allowed our designer to understand our complicated lives and design a remodeling project that fits us like a glove. We all love the result, and I truly think it saved us a lot of time because we didn't have to change almost anything during the process of construction."

Pam Langford

Custom Home

"Chris made us think about what we wanted before construction began. If he hadn't made us sit down and consider lifestyle, living spaces, furniture etc., we wouldn't have ended up satisfied. By knowing beforehand our personal needs, we were able to reduce future stress.""

Harold Yarnold

Major Remodeling Project, Custom Home

"It was smooth from design to building. I was 700 miles away so this was a big advantage. (The greatest benefit was) ...making the lists of what I must have, and what I would like to have if money was no object. Both lists were fulfilled. I got exactly what I wanted and much more. For me, it couldn't have been better."

Mavis Hampton

Custom Home

"Considering that we began by describing our needs as a simple restoration, and ended up redoing everything and adding 2000+ sq. ft., I would describe the benefit of doing all that homework as paramount. Of greatest value was our recognition of our need for large porches…nothing short of a miracle!"

Lynda Adams

Farmhouse Remodeling and Additions Project

"We participated in Truehome and learned a lot about ourselves. We always expected to realize our dream of wintering in Texas…but we never expected to have that dream include a new home perfectly suited to our needs. Thank you for a thoroughly enjoyable process and for designing a wonderful new retreat perfectly suited to our lifestyle."

John and Linda Dickey

Custom Home

"Your process really saved my life and opened my husband’s eyes so that he has begun to work with me on my healing journey instead of against me. How does one say thank you for that?"

Rosemary Burkhard

Research Client

"The Truehome experience has taken me back to my childhood roots-- with a new old farmhouse-- where old and new memories meet. The house “lives” amongst spreading oaks, wildlife, and running waters. Truly the enchanting retreat exudes the essence of life. Our thanks to Chris and Shiloh Travis and Truehome."

Len and Jerry Hawsey

Custom Home

"If the client takes the time to participate seriously in the process, they will not be disappointed in the results."

Bruce Frenzel, P.E., R.P.L.S.

Custom Home