Accolades & Recognitions
Media Profile (2017): Featured in KHOU’s “Shaping: Houston” series for bungalow restoration expertise.
Finalist for Best Interior Designer (2015): Nominated in OutSmart Magazine’s Gayest & Greatest Readers’ Choice Awards.
Fundraising Achievements (1990s–Present): Raised over $1 million for AIDS charities through events like Halloween Magic and Jungle Lust. Known for his iconic “Venezuela Maria” impersonation.
Community Praise: Described as a “lifesaver” with a “heart of gold” by Tori Williams of Pet Patrol for AIDS crisis volunteer work.
Newspaper & Magazine Mentions
Chronological highlights from local and niche publications:
Apr 2003
Houston Chronicle
Feature on Perez’s renovated 1912 Craftsman bungalow and launch of Bungalow Revival.
Apr 2003
Houston Chronicle
Coverage of preservation efforts in Freeland Historic District, noting Perez’s attempt to save a property.
Dec 2009
Houston Chronicle
Quoted on restoring the Watkins Home for Heights Holiday Home Tour.
Sep 2013
Houston Chronicle
Expert commentary on bungalow preservation art exhibit.
Oct 2015
OutSmart Magazine
Finalist in Best Interior Designer category.
Sep 2016
OutSmart Magazine
Mentioned for performance in theater production.
Oct 2016
OutSmart Magazine
Co-chair of 25th-anniversary Halloween Magic fundraiser.
Nov 2017
KHOU
Featured in KHOU’s “Shaping: Houston” series for bungalow restoration expertise.
Sep 2022
OutSmart Magazine
Full profile on life, career, and advocacy.
Dec 2022
OutSmart Magazine
Referenced in year-end queer Latinx figures recap.
Fall 2023
Heights Pages Magazine
Mention as owner of Bespoke by GJCD.
Dec 2023
Houston Chron, Community Impact, The Leader
Co-founder of I Love 11th Neighborhood Festival
