Located in Texas, United States, the House in Texas designed by An. Grishaeva presents a striking clean-lined structure with oversized windows. This stylish residential space incorporates an array of contemporary elements, including sleek cabinetry, organic textures, and top-of-the-line fixtures, which altogether enhance the interior spaces with a sense of opulence and modernity.
Situated in Austin, Texas, the Tarrytown Residence showcases a breathtaking renovation by Okkem Design in 2023. This exquisite single-family home redesign combines original elements with contemporary materials to create a chic living space with a seamless indoor-outdoor connection.
The City Park Residence by Alterstudio Architecture overlooks downtown Austin from its hillside location. The house is suspended between urban views and a private court, offering a balance of spectacular vistas and intimate spaces. With a u-shaped plan, the home features floor-to-ceiling glazing and thin-cut stone and wood siding.
The Avondale Residence in Houston’s historic Avondale neighborhood was renovated by HR Design Dept. The 1910 Craftsman house, once belonging to Texas Governor Ross Sterling, was restored to balance history with modern details. Enhancements include a second-floor skylight and scalloped wood screens, pairing with the owners’ antique Indian furniture collection.
Alta Vista Residence by Alterstudio Architecture is nestled in Austin’s Travis Heights neighborhood. Designed in 2020, the residence incorporates live oaks and concrete walls for privacy and engagement with the surroundings. The interior features board-formed concrete and rift-sawn white oak, opening up to the outdoors with sliding panels and creating a serene natural enclave within the bustling city. The design counterbalances the area’s rising density with a focus on light, material, and subtlety.
Side Angle Side transformed a 1970s rancher in Austin, Texas, into a spacious one-bedroom home. Designed in 2023, Reynolds Road was remodelled to improve energy efficiency and suit the homeowners’ lifestyle. Additions like solar panels, Tesla backup batteries, and rainwater collection provide reliable energy, allowing the property to go fully off-grid, as during a recent ice storm when power was out in the neighborhood.
The firm Black Rabbit remodeled the Friar Tuck Residence in 2024, embracing sustainability and natural materials while preserving its original form. Located in Austin, Texas, the mid-century house incorporates passive solar techniques and a variety of courtyards.
The team at Okkem Design updated a 1980s split-level house in Austin, Texas with a rustic design, featuring a grotto beneath the main structure. The Westlake Remodel House, completed in 2023, incorporates wood and concrete, bringing a modern yet natural feel to the interiors.