30 Years of Austin Architecture: Touring 15 Homes with Hugh Jefferson Randolph
Hugh has cultivated a lifelong passion for architecture, knowing since the age of seven that designing buildings was his definitive calling. A native of the vibrant city of New Orleans, he began his professional career in Washington, DC. In 1991, he made a pivotal move to Austin, drawn specifically by the opportunity to study under the renowned architect and educator Charles Moore. His practice ever since has been thoughtfully focused on residential design, embracing projects of all sizes and varied styles. Outside of the studio, Hugh enjoys being a dedicated Dad to his two sons, embarking on road trips, spending time with his wife, and tackling the constant renovation of his 1939 ranch-style house—all often accompanied by a soundtrack of catchy pop music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Beyond the Building: The Architectural Photography of Rob Gomez
Today, we're joined by an architectural and interiors photographer who’s crushing it down in Austin, Texas.He grew up in Cancún, Mexico, and first picked up a camera when he was 16. That was it—he found his thing. But for a long time, it stayed a hobby.In 2020, he decided to make the jump. He left the old grind behind and went pro, focusing 100% on his photography business.Now, he’s the one people call to shoot amazing architectural spaces. And when he’s not behind the lens, he’s outside, hanging with his dog, Ellie, or cooling off at Barton Springs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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AUSTIN HOME TOURS 2025: Travis Young
After living on the property for five years, the owners were ready to build their new forever home and enlisted the help of Adam Lucas of ARLucas Construction Co. Adam recommended Studio Momentum Architects due to their experience with smaller inner-city lots and protected trees.A large live oak tree inspired the site strategy of the primary home with a detached accessory dwelling unit. This move creates a courtyard between the buildings, with the tree canopy serving as an organic roof. Outdoor living spaces are formed by the two homes, including a screened porch, pool, and fire pit. The front porch and street-facing exterior pay homage to the scale and materiality of the surrounding historical context, while the interiors are modern and warm, with antique or reclaimed furniture and lighting in every room. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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AUSTIN HOME TOURS 2025: Scott Specht
Stealth House redefines the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) as a private, self-sufficient retreat within a dense urban environment. Designed for a compact, alley-access lot, this 1,100-square-foot residence transforms limited space into a light-filled sanctuary through innovative planning and material selection. Keeping innovation and a unique spatial experience in mind, there are no perimeter windows. Instead, two internal courtyards provide daylight, ventilation, and nature-filled views. A primary courtyard with an olive tree offers shade and cooling, reducing energy demand. A secondary aviary courtyard with bamboo plantings introduces movement and texture. Floor-to-ceiling glass and mirrors enhance openness while maintaining privacy and tranquility.The home is a model of sustainability featuring solar panels with battery backup for energy independence; high-efficiency VRF HVAC, LED lighting, and ultra-efficient appliances. Additionally, the home uses corrugated Cor-Ten steel cladding for durability, low cost, and low maintenance. By integrating privacy, security, and sustainability, Stealth House serves as a model for high-performance urban infill housing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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AUSTIN HOME TOURS 2025: Ravel Architecture
Casa Colibri is a quiet retreat tucked into the hillside of Barton Hills. The lower level is carved into the slope to reduce visual impact and preserve the surrounding tree canopy. A plaster-coated limestone wall with a German schmear finish—referencing neighborhood materials—anchors this level and forms a privacy wall at the street, shaping a calm and grounded entry. Above, the second floor hovers lightly over the base, separated by a clerestory. At the rear, expansive glass opens to trees, a pool, and pool house. With the upper floor nestled in the canopy, the primary suite takes on a quiet, treehouse-like feel. The house lives like a modern terrarium: glassy, calm, and immersed in nature. Casa Colibri offers a layered, inward-facing way to live with the landscape—private, peaceful, and deeply rooted in its setting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Each week join your host, award winning designer Adrian Ramsay for a step into the expansive world of design, architecture and more. Adrian sits down with some of the big names and those who are lesser known from across the international design world to find out what makes them tick, what they strive for and what unites us, in the universal quest to create something simple, functional and beautiful. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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