Urban Oasis
Austin, TexasPhotography by Casey Dunn
Our clients, a married couple that reside full time at their ranch in Hill Country, purchased this condominium in downtown Austin as a weekend getaway. We were tasked with designing a sophisticated urban retreat in stylistic contrast to their ranch home that still captured the essence of our client.
Our client had significant experience working with architects and designers, had clear objectives and impeccable taste. Their discerning eye for detail, methodology and expectations for both construction and project execution resulted in a very collaborative process. We worked in tandem with them on every detail and aspect of the design to ensure it aligned with their objectives.
Though the condo they purchased was newly constructed, they wanted to overhaul the building systems and materials. A foyer entry consisting of high gloss of lacquer paneling creates a transitional texture from the building corridor. This paneling allowed us to completely conceal mechanical returns and graphically frame an art commission. The refined space transitions to a softer materiality consisting of light-colored walls and wide plank flooring which reinforce the airy lightness of the architecture. Colorful and textural wall coverings add character and personality to the remaining spaces.
“Color in certain places has the great value of making the outlines and structural planks seem more energetic."
— Antoni Gaudi
