What makes the interior finishes in Ceci Bates homes unique?

The finishes are performed by a family business started by Scott Bates’ grandmother over forty years ago, ensuring unparalleled craftsmanship and continuity.

Why does Ceci Bates choose long-term partners for construction?

Ceci Bates values generations of expertise and continuity, with a focus on maintaining quality through enduring relationships, like that with the Bates family's finishers.

Who performs the interior finishing for Ceci Bates homes?

The Bates family's business, skilled in the craft for over forty years, ensures consistent quality in the interior finishes of Ceci Bates homes.

Notes From Our Journey

From twenty-six years of building custom homes on Lake Texoma, here we share about our process and what we've learned about design, materials, engineering, and the decisions that shape a home built to last for generations — the questions clients ask us most often, and the answers we give around the table in our design center.

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Generational Craft: The Unsung Artisans Behind Ceci Bates

Generational Craft: The Unsung Artisans Behind Ceci Bates

Ceci Bates

July 13, 2026

In the world of custom home building, it is the artisans who truly shape what emerges. While clients may envision their dream home through architect’s plans and designer’s palettes, the real test comes in the hands of those who bring it all to life. These craftspeople often remain unseen, their work speaking for them in every meticulously applied finish. Many builders cycle through a roster of trades based on availability rather than ability. Ceci Bates Custom Homes stands apart, not only in the quality of homes we build but in the longstanding relationships we maintain with those who have been part of our journey for decades.

The interior finishes of Ceci Bates homes tell a story of legacy and craftsmanship. Scott Bates’ family legacy is woven into the very fabric of our projects, with skills passed down through generations and honed over forty years in the vibrant communities around Lake Texoma. This family business, initiated by Scott’s grandmother, has been a constant presence in our homes, now owned and operated by his cousins, and soon to be overseen by Scott himself. Not out of obligation, but because they meet the standards we set and exceed the expectations we hold. Their expertise and commitment to craftsmanship are the essential qualities that have earned them this enduring role.

For Ceci Bates, family ties are secondary to the workmanship that has become synonymous with their name. The continuity we value is not just preserved in familial connection but in the unwavering pursuit of excellence. When a family business has been perfecting its art within the same community for over four decades, it becomes a testament to their dedication and skill. Changing such a finely tuned team would be as unlikely as replicating the nuanced craftsmanship evident in every corner of our homes.

As we continue to build, we do so on a foundation of relationships that are tested and true. It is often the longest-serving collaborations that speak most clearly about the quality and care embedded in a home. We invite you to learn more about our process and the values that guide us at cecibates.com, where craftsmanship is enshrined in every project.

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