Modern Living with an Earthy Edge Behind a handmade brick façade in East Austin, a serene escape unfolds, not built to show off but to settle the soul. It reveals itself slowly, like a deep breath after a long day. Inside, light spills through courtyards, sight lines stretch to a shimmering pool, and every detail...

Sparks of Inspiration Transformed into Personalized Keepsakes Words Janine Stankus | Photos Baptiste Despois In a city where you can find music on every corner, why not poetry, too? Poems are not so different from songs, after all. At best, they uplift, inspire, evoke emotions; at least, they amuse. And the instruments of the craft...

Good Things Come on Small Lots Words Christopher Ferguson, AIA  |  Photos Andrea Calo In a quiet pocket of East Austin marked by modest houses and heritage trees, a new neighbor has quietly settled into a tight, corner lot. “Holly,” a sophisticated home designed by local architects, Thoughtbarn, brings a quiet confidence to the street:...

By EASTside Staff Looking for an unforgettable live music experience in Austin that goes beyond the usual stage and soundcheck? Just 10 minutes from downtown, a new kind of concert venue is launching this May—and it’s unlike anything else in Texas. Introducing ConcertDome: Austin’s First 360-Degree Immersive Music Venue Set on Carson Creek Ranch near...

How to Raise Backyard Chickens Words Codi Chen | Photos Baptiste Despois Backyard chickens are becoming an increasingly popular hobby in Austin, offering fresh eggs, natural pest control, and even a little entertainment. But before diving in, new chicken owners need to be prepared. Callahan’s General Store, established in 1978, has been guiding Austinites through...