• Home security

    Step into this beautiful Austin home hidden amongst majestic live oaks

    Ashby Collective in collaboration with Cornerstone Architects has designed this Austin, Texas home that is a beautiful example of transitional architecture and design. This dwelling is tucked amongst magnificent live oak and elm trees uniquely balancing traditional forms with contemporary lines.  A family of four recently moved to Austin from Silicon Valley, California to lay down roots. They purchased this home halfway through construction and worked together with Cornerstone Architects and Ashby Collective to create an environment that is truly in line with their preferences and lifestyle. The couple are each from different multicultural backgrounds as well as avid travelers. DESIGN…

  • Painting

    Bauhaus Expressionism in Houston: River Oaks Modern Reveal

    A few years ago, our team embarked on a renovation of and addition to the stunning 1974 Bauhuas Expressionist home revealed in this post. We sought to preserve this one-of-a-kind home designed by celebrated architect Charles Tapley while honoring our client’s aesthetic and lifestyle. We drew inspiration from Tapley’s oeuvre, the natural world he adored, mid-century materials, and our client’s art collection. The result is a warm, open space that serves as a colorful yet calming respite for whirlwind businesswoman Jacky Fischer. Diane Cowen recently profiled our River Oaks Modern project and our client Jacky in an article for The…