At Pyra IXI, we believe buildings should do more than stand tall — they should stand for something. That’s why we were proud to take part in the transformation of the 185 Sam Houston Hotel, a 7-story commercial property in Texas, into a PACE-compliant, energy-efficient space.

What is PACE?

Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) is a financing mechanism that enables building owners to fund energy-saving upgrades through long-term property assessments. It’s not just smart – it’s sustainable.

By leveraging PACE, property owners can modernize old systems, reduce carbon footprints, and increase asset value – all with no upfront costs.

The Mission: Renovate with Purpose

The 185 Sam Houston Hotel needed more than a facelift. It required deep system upgrades that aligned with modern performance standards and environmental goals.

That’s where Pyra IXI stepped in.

We worked alongside the project team to ensure the hotel’s infrastructure met the technical requirements of Texas’s PACE in a Box program — a standardized toolkit used across the state to streamline PACE projects.

Our Role: Engineering for Energy Efficiency

We provided technical consulting and engineering support, focusing on:

• Evaluating and optimizing building systems (HVAC, lighting, insulation)
• Ensuring compliance with PACE energy modeling and documentation standards
• Supporting coordination between owners, lenders, and local officials to secure project approval
• Driving long-term sustainability through performance-focused system design

Our work helped position the hotel not only as a comfortable place to stay but also as a more environmentally responsible and financially efficient property.

Why It Matters

In a world where buildings account for over 40% of global energy consumption, transforming existing spaces is just as critical as building new ones.

Projects like 185 Sam Houston prove that sustainability is scalable and that historic buildings can still lead the way in energy-conscious design.

Pyra IXI: Engineering Smarter, Cleaner Spaces

Whether it’s a hotel, clinic, or industrial facility, Pyra IXI helps buildings reach their highest potential through smart, compliant, and future-focused engineering.

Have a renovation project in mind? Let’s talk about how PACE – and Pyra – can help bring it to life.