Interiors + Design

More Than a Beautiful Home: Christina Cruz on Emotionally Driven Design

Creating homes that feel deeply personal, timeless, and rooted in the people who live there.

by | 7 min read

When Christina Cruz and her family moved to Austin, they weren’t simply searching for a house—they were searching for a place to intentionally build their next chapter. That philosophy ultimately became the foundation for both The Aden Lane Project and Christina Cruz Interiors, where every design decision begins with a simple question: How do you … Read more

Designing Homes With Soul

Veronica and Alan Avery on warmth, restraint, and creating “new old” homes that feel deeply lived in

by | 9 min read

We recently asked Veronica Avery, principal designer of Avery Building Company, to share her thoughts on the emotional side of homebuilding—the quiet details, layered materials, and thoughtful imperfections that give a space a true sense of soul. Alongside her husband, Alan, Veronica has built a reputation for creating homes that feel warm, grounded, and deeply … Read more

An Invitation to Stay: Inside the Artistic Family Salon with Hey Now Interiors

A home reshaped around togetherness, where art, music, and daily life naturally unfold

by | 9 min read

Like many family homes, this home had settled into a rhythm of separation—kids retreating to bedrooms, shared spaces growing quieter over time. What the homeowners wanted wasn’t simply more openness, but a shift in how they lived day to day: more connection, more creativity, more reasons to linger together. We sat down with the founder … Read more

Inside the Drew Lane Model Home

A South Austin model home that proves new construction can feel layered, lived-in, and full of character

by | 8 min read
Cozy bedroom with green paneled walls, layered textiles, and warm wood furniture in Drew Lane model home

Step inside the Drew Lane model home in South Austin and the mood feels immediately familiar. Sunlight spills across warm woods and patterned textiles. Shelves hold collected objects that suggest stories rather than staging. It’s polished, but not precious—thoughtful, layered, and quietly welcoming. That feeling of lived-in warmth was intentional. The home was designed by … Read more

Inside a Restored Hyde Park Bungalow

Studio Burgoon Turns a Classic Bungalow into a Timeless Retreat

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Designer Ali Burgoon in her Hyde Park home

On a quiet street in Austin’s Hyde Park Historic District, a 1939 bungalow sits beneath the wide canopy of two mature pecan trees. In the afternoon, the backyard fills with soft shade and the easy rhythm of neighborhood life—gardens, bicycles, and the gentle pace that makes this pocket of the city feel almost timeless. For … Read more

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