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This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
COPPER ESPRESSO BAR in Houston, TX
12925 BELLAIRE BLVD, Houston, TX, 77072
COPPER ESPRESSO BAR is a new construction project at 12925 BELLAIRE BLVD, Houston, in Harris County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Apr 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $300K across about 1,300 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $300K
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- Reported floor area
- 1,300 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $231/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 4 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
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21 days after the preceding date shown.
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85 days after the preceding date shown.
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37 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About COPPER ESPRESSO BAR
The Bellaire Market District at 12925 Bellaire Blvd in Houston includes a new 1,300-square-foot interior build-out for Copper Espresso BAR. This coffee shop is being constructed within an existing retail structure in Harris County. The project is registered with TDLR as a new construction effort with an estimated cost of $300,000.
Phase Studio Architecture is the design firm of record for this build-out. The registered accessibility specialist is Kam-hung Kenneth Woo. The owner of record is 12925 Bellaire Blvd, LLC. The work is privately funded on private land for private use. The filing indicates construction started in December 2025.
Construction Status and Timeline
TDLR completed plan review in March 2026. The scheduled completion date on the filing was April 2026. However, TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection. This means the current state of the site is not confirmed in the public record. The status is listed as Review Complete, but final verification is pending.
The estimated cost per square foot is $231. This figure is above the Harris County median of $88 per square foot for similar new construction filings. The total estimated cost of $300,000 is below the county median of $750,000. The scheduled build window of 122 days is shorter than the county median of 219 days. These metrics place the project in a distinct range compared to other local filings.
Local Context and Market Position
Phase Studio Architecture has six other TDLR-registered projects in Houston totaling $1,250,000. These include work at North Freeway Plaza, Houston Trade Center, and Sharpstown Mall. The Bellaire Market District is located in a ZIP code with a population of about 58,681. The median household income in this area is $49,893 according to Census estimates. The area features an even mix of owner- and renter-occupied housing units.
City of Houston permit records show six permits on file at this street address. These were issued between February 2026 and July 2026. The permit types include Building Pmt entries. These records may include other tenants or suites at the same address. Local coverage has reported on the expansion of the Bellaire Market District, noting its location in west Houston's Little Saigon.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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COPPER ESPRESSO BAR is a New Construction project located at 12925 BELLAIRE BLVD, Houston, TX 77072 in Houston, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $300K covering 1,300 sq ft. 12925 Bellaire Blvd, LLC is the property owner and Phase Studio Architecture is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on December 8, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Copper Espresso BAR open for business?
TDLR has not yet recorded a final inspection for this project. While local coverage reports the Bellaire Market District is fully leased, the specific construction status for this coffee shop remains unconfirmed in the public record.
Who is the design firm for this project?
Phase Studio Architecture is the design firm of record. They are responsible for the architectural plans for this 1,300-square-foot interior build-out within the existing retail structure at 12925 Bellaire Blvd.
What is the estimated cost of the build-out?
The estimated cost is $300,000. This equates to $231 per square foot. This cost is below the Harris County median for new construction but has a higher per-square-foot rate than the county median.
When was the project registered with TDLR?
The project was registered with TDLR in December 2025. Plan review was completed in March 2026. The scheduled completion date on the filing was April 2026, but a final inspection has not yet been recorded.
What type of work is being performed?
The scope of work is an interior build-out of a coffee shop. This is classified as new construction within an existing retail structure. The work is privately funded and located on private land.
What is COPPER ESPRESSO BAR?
COPPER ESPRESSO BAR is a new construction project at 12925 BELLAIRE BLVD in Houston, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: INTERIOR BUILD-OUT OF A COFFEE SHOP WITHIN AN EXISTING RETAIL STRUCTURE
Is COPPER ESPRESSO BAR open in Houston?
COPPER ESPRESSO BAR was scheduled to finish construction in Apr 2026 according to its TDLR registration, but TDLR has not recorded a final accessibility inspection, so its opening status is not confirmed in the public record.
Where is COPPER ESPRESSO BAR located?
COPPER ESPRESSO BAR is located at 12925 BELLAIRE BLVD, Houston, TX, 77072, in Harris County.
Who is the owner or developer of COPPER ESPRESSO BAR?
12925 Bellaire Blvd, LLC is the property owner/developer of record for COPPER ESPRESSO BAR, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for COPPER ESPRESSO BAR?
Phase Studio Architecture is the design firm of record for COPPER ESPRESSO BAR, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does COPPER ESPRESSO BAR cost and how big is it?
COPPER ESPRESSO BAR has an estimated construction value of $300K and approximately 1,300 square feet (about $231/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
INTERIOR BUILD-OUT OF A COFFEE SHOP WITHIN AN EXISTING RETAIL STRUCTURE
Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.
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12925 BELLAIRE BLVD, Houston, TX, 77072
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