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"We try to find the straightest line between two points," explains architect Andrew Fischer. "We always want to edit down, and be efficient with space."

Permeable separations increase connectivity between living spaces.

Framing the lightwell with a custom poplar wood screen painted white introduces a subtle modern texture throughout the home. The breakfast nook is anchored by a table from Nadeau and a set of wishbone chairs from Rove Concepts.

Inserting a lightwell above the central stair helped inject a feeling of brightness to the home's core. Now, daylight filters through both levels of the home.

The master bedroom living area is separated from the bedroom by a glass-enclosed, plant-filled courtyard that also provides ventilation to the bathroom and wardrobe.

The master suite also features a private living room, giving Antonio and Estela their own completely separate space to relax in.

The main circulation staircase is crafted completely from timber. This materiality is echoed in the large bespoke storage wall that runs beside it.

The living room features a Yucca Stuff coffee table as well as a sofa designed by Austin interior designer Ann Edgerton and built by Tyson Pendergrass.

Wood screens are crafted from modified soft wood from Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified forests.

Boyer added a skylight over the stairwell to bring light into the middle of the home.

The metal skeleton for the staircase was kept, and new white oak tread and a slat wall added.