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A 43” diameter heritage pecan guided the plan of this neighborhood-scaled, modestly-priced, single-story, L-shaped house. In Austin’s seemingly perpetual drought, the goal was to create a symbiotic relationship between house and tree: to complement, not combat each other. The roof’s east/west parallel ridges create a valley directly across from the base, where water is collected at a grate, nourishing the tree. The roof also maximizes south facing surfaces, elevated at 15 degrees for future solar collection. The open, public spaces of the home maximize the north-south light. The private zone of the bedrooms and bathrooms include a generous gallery; its angled walls and large sliding doors are faceted about the tree. The pecan becomes a central focus for indoor and outdoor living, participating in the house in both plan and section. The design welcomes and nurtures the tree as integral to its success. Photo Credit: Chris Diaz

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This dining room exudes joy with luscious botanical prints and rich emerald throughout. Traditional styles are amped up with a brilliant gold chandelier and accessories. Light window treatments keep the space airy and bright while velvet touches add warmth and a luxurious feel.

This dining room exudes joy with luscious botanical prints and rich emerald throughout. Traditional styles are amped up with a brilliant gold chandelier and accessories. Light window treatments keep the space airy and bright while velvet touches add warmth and a luxurious feel.

This dining room exudes joy with luscious botanical prints and rich emerald throughout. Traditional styles are amped up with a brilliant gold chandelier and accessories. Light window treatments keep the space airy and bright while velvet touches add warmth and a luxurious feel.

This dining room exudes joy with luscious botanical prints and rich emerald throughout. Traditional styles are amped up with a brilliant gold chandelier and accessories. Light window treatments keep the space airy and bright while velvet touches add warmth and a luxurious feel.

This dining room exudes joy with luscious botanical prints and rich emerald throughout. Traditional styles are amped up with a brilliant gold chandelier and accessories. Light window treatments keep the space airy and bright while velvet touches add warmth and a luxurious feel.

This dining room exudes joy with luscious botanical prints and rich emerald throughout. Traditional styles are amped up with a brilliant gold chandelier and accessories. Light window treatments keep the space airy and bright while velvet touches add warmth and a luxurious feel.

This dining room exudes joy with luscious botanical prints and rich emerald throughout. Traditional styles are amped up with a brilliant gold chandelier and accessories. Light window treatments keep the space airy and bright while velvet touches add warmth and a luxurious feel.

This dining room exudes joy with luscious botanical prints and rich emerald throughout. Traditional styles are amped up with a brilliant gold chandelier and accessories. Light window treatments keep the space airy and bright while velvet touches add warmth and a luxurious feel.

This dining room exudes joy with luscious botanical prints and rich emerald throughout. Traditional styles are amped up with a brilliant gold chandelier and accessories. Light window treatments keep the space airy and bright while velvet touches add warmth and a luxurious feel.

The master bedroom suite combines a home office with a sleeping area and intimate reading corner. Exterior views are private and take advantage of natural wooded landscaping. Rift cut oak veneer with its linear horizontal graining is used on all custom designed millwork. Flush millwork design is consistent with the minimalist aesthetic intent. Hedrich Blessing Photography

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Photo by Karli Moore Photography, Renovations by Gruebmeyer Builders, Staging by Sanctuary Staging
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