In Phase One of updating this historic 1970s home in the East Oak Hill area of southwest Austin, we addressed key structural challenges and refreshed the first floor with new engineered hardwood flooring throughout, anchored by a fluted Carrara marble fireplace. One of the bathrooms was also reimagined as a playful, immersive space designed to bring a sense of daily delight to a busy family home.

The homeowners are busy parents of three, both working as CRNAs, and approached the renovation with a clear long-term vision. As the project is being completed in thoughtful phases, our role in this first stage was to define what should be prioritized now versus what could be reserved for future renovations. Each decision was made to ensure the work completed today would integrate seamlessly with the larger remodel planned for later, avoiding unnecessary rework or compromise.

Originally featured in the 1975 Parade of Homes, this residence once took center stage for its architectural character and forward-thinking design. As stewards of its next chapter, we continue to update the home with the same level of care, restraint, and intention it has always deserved.

TRAVIS COUNTRY

Back to Portfolio

Photography by Matthew Garcia

Eclectic Living Room with Fluted Marble Fireplace

Living room with a white fireplace, a large glass vase with twisted branches on a wooden table in front, and decorative vases and flowers on the mantel. A window with greenery outside is on the right, and an abstract painting is on the left wall.

Modern living room with a white marble fireplace, decorative items on the mantel including a vase and flowers, a potted plant next to a window, and a cozy corner with a textured chair.

A bathroom with jungle-themed wallpaper featuring animals such as monkeys, birds, and chameleons. A round mirror is mounted above a white sink with a gold faucet and a red soap dispenser. There is a wooden vanity beneath the sink, a towel hanging on

Bathroom with tropical animal-themed wallpaper featuring birds, snakes, and monkeys, round mirror, beige towel, sink with gold faucet, brown soap dispenser, and black tiled wall.

Modern bathroom with dark tiled shower area, white bathtub, and patterned wallpaper. Includes a toilet in the foreground, shelving with towels on the left, and an orange towel hanging on a rack on the right.

Interior with modern staircase, art on walls, vintage chair, and decorative items.

A cozy room featuring a wooden cabinet with embossed metal panels and a potted plant on top, adjacent to an open door leading to a dining area with a small wooden table and chairs, adorned with heart cutouts, and an abstract painting on the wall.

Modern living room with a wooden sideboard, decorative vases, framed artwork, a tall pink lamp, patterned rug, and a potted plant.

Wicker elephant-shaped side table with plants and decor