Convert Your Garage Into a Living Space — The Right Way

Thinking about a garage conversion for your Austin home? Before you remodel, know where you’ll park your car! Learn how to convert your garage the right way.

Dianne KettSeptember 26, 2024How to convert your garage into a living space, Garage conversion tips, Austin garage conversion, Garage conversion ADU, Austin architects, Austin architecture firm

Ways to Update Your Austin Home Exterior — On Any Budget

Our Austin architects share the top exterior home upgrades for any renovation budget. Check out our “good-better-best” design plans for a real-life Austin reno!

Dianne KettSeptember 12, 2024Home exterior upgrades, Ways to update your home exterior, Austin home exterior, Austin homes, Austin architects, Austin architecture firm

Buying a Home in Austin? Here’s What You Need to Know

Looking for a property in Austin? It can get complicated if you plan to renovate, add on, or tear down. Here’s what you need to know before you buy a home in Austin.

Dianne KettAugust 29, 2024Buying a home in Austin, Buying property in Austin, Austin Texas real estate, Moving to Austin, Texas, Austin architects, Austin architecture firm

What You Need to Know Before Your Austin Bathroom Remodel

Thinking about renovating your bathroom? Before you start, read our design tips for an Austin bathroom remodel that will save you time and money.

Dianne KettAugust 15, 2024Austin bathroom remodel, Bathroom remodels in Austin, Bathroom design in Austin, Austin bathroom renovation, Austin architects, Austin architecture firm

Austin’s HOME Initiative Impacts ADU Regulations

The Austin HOME Initiative is changing accessory dwelling unit regulations. Learn about the new 2024 building codes and what they mean for your ADU design project.

Dianne KettJuly 25, 20242024 Austin ADU regulations, Austin accessory dwelling unit regulations, 2024 Travis County ADU regulations, Travis County accessory dwelling unit regulations, Austin HOME initiative, Austin ADU rules and regulations, Austin architects, Austin architecture firm

What You Need to Know Before Your Austin Kitchen Remodel

Thinking about renovating your kitchen? Before you start your project, read our design tips for an Austin kitchen remodel that will save you time and money.

Dianne KettJuly 11, 2024Austin architects, Kitchen remodels in Austin, Kitchen design in Austin, Austin architecture firm

Upstairs or Downstairs: Where Should You Put Your Laundry Room?

Is an upstairs or downstairs laundry room better? Our Austin architects settle the debate and tell you where to put your laundry room.

Dianne KettJuly 4, 2024Where to put laundry room, Upstairs or downstairs laundry room, Upstairs laundry pros and cons, Downstairs laundry pros and cons, Best laundry room location, Austin architects, Austin architecture firm

Open Shelving Guide: Pros & Cons, Design Ideas, Specs, and More

Considering open shelving for the kitchen? From open shelving design ideas to specs, Our Austin architects share everything you need to know before you commit!

Dianne KettJune 20, 2024Open shelving, Open shelving pros and cons, Open shelving design ideas, Open shelving specs, Austin Architects

What is a Keeping Room?

A keeping room is a room off the kitchen where you can hang out before mealtime. Our Austin architects share everything you need to know to design your own.

Dianne KettMay 30, 2024What is a keeping room, Keeping room, Hearth room, Room off the kitchen, Austin architects, Austin architecture firm

12 Southern Front Porch Design Ideas

Nothing is more relaxing than a front porch. Our Austin architects share Southern porch design ideas and photos packed with charming curb appeal.

Dianne KettMay 16, 2024Southern porch ideas, southern porch photos, southern porch, front porch curb appeal, austin architects, austin architecture firm

What is Southern Colonial Architecture?

What is Southern Colonial architecture? Our Austin architects define the Southern Colonial style, explaining key influences and design elements.

Dianne KettApril 23, 2024What is Southern Colonial architecture, Southern Colonial architecture, Southern Colonial style homes, Southern Colonial design elements, Austin architects, Austin architecture firm

The Top 5 Architectural Home Styles in Austin, Texas

Moving to Austin? Find the perfect neighborhood to fit your style. The DK Studio architects explore the top 5 architectural home styles in Austin, Texas.

Dianne KettApril 9, 2024Architectural home styles in Austin, Austin Home Styles, Moving to Austin, Austin Architecture, Austin Architects

New Build vs. Renovation: Which is Better for You?

Our Austin architects examine the pros and cons of a new build vs. renovation to help you decide which option is better for creating your dream home.

Dianne KettMarch 21, 2024New build vs renovation, New build pros and cons, Renovation pros and cons, Austin Architects

14 Types of Specialty Rooms for Your Home

Specialty rooms are designed around your interests and hobbies. Our Austin architects share 14 types of specialty rooms for you to consider for your home.

Dianne KettMarch 7, 2024Types of specialty rooms, Specialty rooms, Custom home design trend, Austin Architects