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Homeowner Scott Ballew bought his 1925-bungalow in Travis Heights after returning to Austin following stints in Los Angeles and Seattle. "Growing up in Austin, this was always the bohemian part of the city,

A breezeway complete with swings connects the front and back decks. “We knew we wanted a covered entry, but we left it open to create a larger outdoor space,” says Scott, who admits to occasionally using the swings himself. Mud guards are built into the Kebony decking to keep dirt from being tracked inside. The teak chairs are by Skagerak.

Asheville, North Carolina, has long drawn creatives seeking a connection to nature. Garden Party in West Asheville is one of the quirky Appalachian city’s most inspiring stops.

The entire home is wrapped in pine tongue-and-groove, which matches the original finish on the ceiling.

Jon Needham of Rochlin Bespoke created the cherry lacquer headboard in the master bedroom.

A couch from Lider Interiores and a Cremme table anchor the wide-open living/dining area. The dining chairs are by Fernando Jaeger.

A General Electric stereo cabinet and a 1950s chair are among the vintage pieces in the living room.