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Project posted by J.C. Schmeil

E. 6th Street Residence

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Location
East Austin, Austin, Texas
Year
2022
Structure
House (Single Residence)
Style
Modern
The range hood and backsplash are clad in a charcoal stone tile, contrasting with the light countertops and plum colored cabinets.
The range hood and backsplash are clad in a charcoal stone tile, contrasting with the light countertops and plum colored cabinets.
A floor-to-ceiling window provides a curated view of the front yard from the dining room.
A floor-to-ceiling window provides a curated view of the front yard from the dining room.
A restrained material palette in the primary bathroom enhances a sense of repose.
A restrained material palette in the primary bathroom enhances a sense of repose.
Soft northern light washes over the velvet-like finish of the tub and tile surround.
Soft northern light washes over the velvet-like finish of the tub and tile surround.
Floral wallpaper adds a whimsical note of color in the nursery.
Floral wallpaper adds a whimsical note of color in the nursery.
The rear of the house is extensively glazed, taking advantage of the private courtyard and northern light.
The rear of the house is extensively glazed, taking advantage of the private courtyard and northern light.
The ADU, finished in a light pink stucco, anchors the pool and courtyard.
The ADU, finished in a light pink stucco, anchors the pool and courtyard.

Credits

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Architect
Builder
AR Lucas
Photographer
Publications
East Side Magazine

From J.C. Schmeil

The clients for this project on Austin’s East Side lived in a small 1940s
bungalow, that was no longer large enough to accommodate their growing
family. The bungalow was moved off-site and donated to a non-profit, as
construction started on Phase I of the project: a back yard “Accessory
Dwelling Unit.” Designed with a garage below it, the ADU provides a private
retreat for visiting family and friends. its two-story volume anchoring one end
of the backyard to create a pool oasis.

The main house was designed in a “top down” process to take advantage of
the City of Austin’s “habitable attic exemption.” This allowed for a third floor
office space exempt from floor-area ratio requirements, with a roof deck
overlooking downtown. The house was conceived as a peaceful retreat
from city life, with a neutral interior palette enlivened by pops of color and
protected views of the lush backyard.