The Story Behind Kuno Haus

A home built for connection

Kuno Haus was born from a simple but powerful belief: that needing care doesn’t mean life stops being meaningful, joyful, or worth living fully.

We’re a boutique assisted living and memory care home in Cypress, Texas, named after our founder’s grandfather: a man who showed up for his loved ones, knew how to make people feel seen, and understood that wisdom and presence matter at every age. That legacy shapes everything we do here.

We’re not building another facility. We’re creating a home where residents continue to be themselves, where morning coffee tastes right, where caregivers know your story, and where Sunday afternoons still mean enjoying coffee and cake with family.

Our Values

Our Foundational Values That Build Lasting Trust

Our Mission

To create a community where older adults live well, not merely safely, through hospitality‑driven service, personalized attention, and holistic wellness programs.

Our Vision

To become the most sought after residential living community in Northwest Houston by setting a new standard for whole‑person care and hospitality for seniors.

Our Commitment

To honor who your loved one has always been, not just managing who they're becoming. That means personalized care, honest communication, and never cutting corners.

our core values

The Kuno Haus Way

Life Is for Living

What it means:

Every stage of life should be vibrant and meaningful.

How we live it:

Daily schedules include wellness activities, creative outlets, and purpose-driven engagement — not just “care tasks.”

Care Without Compromise

What it means:

Safety and quality aren’t extras — they’re the baseline.

How we live it:

Low staff-to-resident ratios, rigorous safety protocols, and a commitment to never cutting corners on care, even when it costs more.

Integrity, Always

What it means:

We are honest, transparent, and dependable in every interaction.

How we live it:

Families are kept fully informed, promises are honored, and accountability is built into our culture.

Personal Stories, Personal Care

What it means:

No two lives are the same, so no two care plans should be either.

How we live it:

Every resident’s history, culture, and preferences are documented during move-in and woven into daily life through care plans, menus, decor and activities.

Hospitality Is Our Care Model

What it means:

We don’t run a facility; we create a home.

How we live it:

Chef-prepared meals, attentive service, and a thoughtfully designed home where family is always welcome. Staff are trained in hospitality standards as well as care, and families dine for free alongside their loved ones.

Belonging, Inside and Out

What it means:

Residents, families (including children and even pets), staff and neighbors are all part of our Haus.

How we live it:

We celebrate and create traditions that tie us together and open doors to the wider community. Weekly coffee & cake, Oktoberfest celebrations, and open-door partnerships with local schools, faith groups, and volunteers.

Bring the Joy

What it means:

We always make room for laughter, play, and fun.

  • For our residents: life doesn’t stop being joyful just because you need care.
  • For our staff: Working at Kuno Haus is meaningful and fun, not a monotonous means to an end.
  • For our families: Visiting your loved one at Kuno Haus is something to look forward to, not a dreaded chore.
  • For our community: Kuno Haus is a welcoming part of the neighborhood, not a place hidden away. Our doors are open to celebrate traditions, host gatherings, and bring people together.

How we live it:

We curate daily moments of delight – from fresh flowers on the table to surprise treats from our chef, small touches remind everyone that joy is in the details. Music, games, laughter, and lighthearted interactions are woven into everyday life, not reserved for “special occasions.” Staff are encouraged to bring their personalities, talents, and humor into the home.

Our Story

Family‑Owned, Family‑Focused

Kuno Haus was born out of love and a simple truth: the people who nurtured us deserve far better than impersonal care as they age. We’re Susann and Mario Quijada, a husband-and-wife team with no background in institutional elder care but a deep conviction that there’s a better way to treat our elders.

Susann grew up in Germany, raised by a single mother and heavily supported by her grandfather, Kuno. Those early experiences taught her how a family rallying around its elders creates an environment of respect, warmth and joy. Kuno is the inspiration and namesake for our home: he embodied the dignity and compassion we hope to offer each of our residents.

When we looked at the typical options available to aging loved ones we saw sterile hallways, rotating staff and routines that feel more like schedules than lives. We quickly realized something vital was missing. We decided to build what we wished existed: an intimate, family-like environment where each resident is truly seen, heard and honored.

For us, Kuno Haus is more than a business, it’s a commitment to provide the kind of care we’d choose for our own (grand)parents. We believe aging should be a continuation of a vibrant life, filled with joy, warmth and laughter.