Stella Masterson

A New Way to Wallpaper

How Lindsay Nicol Is Making Design Feel Personal and Fun at The Wallpaper Concierge

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Lindsay Nicol

Lindsay Nicol, founder of The Wallpaper Concierge, is redefining the way people experience wallpaper—making it more personal, less intimidating, and genuinely fun. Based in Austin, her hands-on, in-home approach bridges the gap between trade-only showrooms and overwhelming online options, helping homeowners confidently choose wallpaper that truly fits their space and style. What began as a … Read more

A Thoughtful Balance: Harmony Grogan on Designing Soco Duo

A South Congress home that honors its past while making room for a more modern way of living

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In a city that’s constantly rewriting itself, some projects choose a quieter path forward. Soco Duo sits along a familiar stretch of South Congress—a neighborhood where the past still lingers in rooflines and front porches, even as new construction steadily fills in the gaps. Rather than starting from scratch, this home leans into what was … Read more

Hyde Park: Austin at a Neighborhood Pace

From historic grocery stores to beloved neighborhood cafés, Hyde Park's businesses reflect the same sense of character, continuity, and community that defines the neighborhood itself.

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Before I knew Austin by neighborhood, I knew Hyde Park by foot. It was the first place I walked my daughters beneath streets shaded by enormous pecan trees, where mornings unfolded slowly and front porches still felt like part of everyday life. Long before I could explain what made Austin feel charming, I recognized it … Read more