Outside the Box

Words Melanie Faz | Photos Baptiste Despois An Outdoor Playground for All Ages The spirited chants of passionate soccer fans greet guests as they set foot into The Pitch, while the appetizing aroma of freshly made food wafts over and entices the senses. From their mouthwatering food and artfully curated cocktails to their pristine pickleball...

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Best Places for Stargazing

When the Sun Goes Down, Dive into the Sea of Stars Overhead. Words Melanie Faz | Photo Courtesy to Big Bend National Park While summer is known as the ideal time for swimming, its warm nights and clear skies allow viewers to marvel at the starry beauty of the Milky Way Galaxy. Pack a comfy...

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Local Bands to Check Out

Words Abby L. Johnson | Photos Courtesy of Bands The Irons Frontman Hayden Havard brings frenetic energy to the whimsical, mellow sound of The Irons’ story-driven songs. Backed by Robert Harris, Nathan Pittman, Willy Steg, and Caleb Tippit, the young indie group leans into groovy beats paired with sometimes absurd lyricism that creates a mysterious,...

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6 Best Places to Deck the Walls

One-of-a kind Art with a Personal Touch Decor is a deeply personal expression that helps create the place we call home. It tells a story. Art, or home decor in general, oftentimes aligns with one’s own interests, ideas, and stories. But custom art has a way of speaking to its owner that pulses through to...

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Finally Renovating the Nation’s Oldest Public Housing Project

Modernizing & Preserving Rosewood Courts Words by Jessi Devenyns & Abby L. Johnson Photos Courtesy Austin History Center In 1939, the original 124-units that comprised Rosewood Courts were constructed as part of President Franklin Roosevelt’s New Deal and defined the first African-American public housing complex in the nation. To add further gravity to their cultural...

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Supporting Artisans Abroad: Apt. F

Otherworldly beauty distinguishes this East Austin concept. Words by Meher Qazilbash Photos by Eric Morales Apartment F sits on East 11th Street in a bright, cheery, and artfully designed space. It’s decorated by an array of distinctive products including rugs, pillows, ceramics, wall art, pantry items, candles, self-care products, and other household goods. Founder Ashley...

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Let’s Mangia: Cooking with Culinary Experts

Let’s Eat Austin teaches locals to make restaurant worthy meals at home. Words by Abby L. Johnson Photos by Baptiste Despois A neon sign peeking out the window to face the sleepy residential street that is Chatham Avenue is the first clue that beyond the threshold of this unsuspecting bungalow a culinary oasis lies in...

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Booking It Better: Howdy Gals

The Women Behind the Curtain Words by Janine Stankus Photos by Baptiste Despois For many living in the live music capital of the world, music is more than entertainment—it’s a way of life. But oftentimes, diversity can get overlooked, and this industry in particular is heavily male dominated. Luckily for Austin, there’s a rad group...

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Original Spin: BLK Vinyl is East Austin’s Best Record Shop

An unpretentious East 6th record shop offers more than meets the ears. Words by Christopher Ferguson, AIA Photos by Baptiste Despois Stepping inside BLK Vinyl for the first time feels oddly familiar. Like running into an old friend in a new city, the humble and smartly curated Eastside shop echoes with old-Austin intangibles despite only...

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