Cosmic Saltillo by Clayton Korte transforms two long‑abandoned early‑1900s warehouse buildings in East Austin into a vibrant, landscape-focused hospitality space. Once used by Texaco to store petroleum products delivered by rail, these industrial relics now house a thriving restaurant and bar—Cosmic Coffee & Beer—offering a unique blend of history, art, and sustainability.
Easy Tiger Bake Shop and Beer Garden’s newest outpost brings fresh energy to a once‑ordinary 1980s strip mall on Austin’s north side. Moreover, this destination combines an artisanal bakery, indoor bar and dining room, drive‑thru coffee, and a sprawling 250‑seat outdoor beer garden pavilion.
Greenbelt Residence by Michael Hsu Office of Architecture is a modest home located in Bouldin Creek. Perched on a cliff that backs onto a greenbelt, the house offers lovely views and natural privacy. The cantilevered design creates a strong connection between the indoors and the outdoors, making the residence a peaceful retreat.
Annie and Dylan, a hairstylist and a landscape designer, needed a flexible space for work and guests without sacrificing their backyard or disrupting the mature landscape. To achieve this, The Perch Bungalow Addition was designed as a 660-square-foot elevated structure, fitting just above the existing bungalow while staying within the City of Austin’s setback limits.
Pascal House stands in front of breathtaking preserve lands near the Colorado River. However, when the homeowners first saw this traditional property in 2020, they quickly noticed several challenges. A bulky circular stair blocked the main entry, and the family room’s narrow openings failed to highlight the river views.
Located on a spacious corner lot in Austin’s Zilker neighborhood, Garner Estate began with two key elements: a majestic live oak tree and a 1940 stone cottage. Rick and Cindy Black Architects drew on Texas vernacular influences to shape the new main house. Gabled roofs, arches, and inviting porches create a friendly, classic look that fits easily into the existing streetscape.
Retama House by A Parallel Architecture – a name that doesn’t merely mark a location. It gives voice to a quiet, enduring conversation between human skill and the steady wisdom of nature. On a slender urban plot, a majestic live oak with a split trunk had stood guard for decades, discouraging developers from seizing its prime positioning and downtown views.
Nestled in Tarrytown, a charming neighborhood west of Austin’s urban core, Sightline Residence embraces its narrow lot with a design that blends seamlessly into the lush, oak-shaded surroundings. Designed by North Arrow Studio, this home balances midcentury inspiration with a contemporary sensibility, respecting the scale and character of the neighborhood while delivering a modern living experience.
