Nestled in the heart of Austin, Texas, the Oxford Avenue residence is a striking example of contemporary architecture and thoughtful urban infill. Completed in 2022, this new construction offers four spacious bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a versatile bonus room, all within 3,272 square feet of carefully crafted living space.
Project name
Oxford Avenue
Architecture firm
Workshop No.5
Location
Austin, Texas, United States Of America
Principal architect
Bhavani Singal
Interior design
Workshop No.5
Construction
Streamline Construction Group
Typology
Residential › House
Architectural Drawings: Jean-Pierre Heim at Galerie Didier Aaron in NYC.
Title
Travelling is an Art: The Drawings of Jean-Pierre Heim
Category
Architecture & Design
Eligibility
Open to public
Organizer
Didier Aaron Inc.
Date
May 29th, 2025 – June 20th, 2025
Venue
32 East 67th Street, New York, NY
Selling a home in Appleton doesn't have to be stressful or time-consuming, especially if your goal is to sell it as-is. You don’t need to spend money on repairs or wait for the perfect buyer.
Written by
Liliana Alvarez
Insurance myths can lead to decisions that hurt Texas homeowners, especially in areas prone to natural disasters like hurricanes. By understanding that full coverage is not automatic, that claims may not yield a full payout, and that the cost of insurance does not always directly reflect the level of protection, homeowners can better protect their...
Written by
Liliana Alvarez
Rusafova Markulis Architects: Norfolk house was designed for a couple and their two young children.
Project name
Norfolk Residence
Architecture firm
Rusafova Markulis Architects
Location
Asheville, North Carolina, United States Of America
Principal architect
Maria Rusafova, Jakub Markulis
Interior design
Mother Studio
Landscape
Living Roofs, Inc
Construction
Steel Root Builders
Typology
Residential › Single Family House
The Long Beach Bay Shore Library is getting a much-needed upgrade—one that not only modernizes its appearance but also makes the beloved waterfront space more welcoming and accessible to everyone.
Project name
Long Beach Bay Shore Library Modernization
Architecture firm
Architects McDonald, Soutar & Paz
Location
195 Bay Shore Ave, Long Beach, CA 90803
Principal architect
Edgar Paz
Design team
Jingxue Jin, Carlo Cruz
Collaborators
City of Long Beach Public Works Department
Landscape
Jon D. Cicchetti, Landscape Architects
Civil engineer
Breen Engineering, Inc.
Structural engineer
Breen Engineering, Inc.
Lighting
Architects McDonald, Soutar & Paz
Material
Energy-efficient windows, ADA-compliant ramp, automatic doors, new carpeting, updated shelving
Construction
Spectra Company
Tools used
AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop
Budget
Approximately $1.4 million, including $600,000 from Measure A funding
Client
City of Long Beach
Typology
Public Library, Accessibility and infrastructure modernization
Framing is a fundamental phase in the construction process that involves creating the skeletal structure of a building. In the construction industry, framing refers to the assembly of the building’s structural framework, which provides support and shape to the entire edifice.
Written by
Liliana Alvarez
Photography
Daniel Alvarado
Inheriting a house in New York can feel like a mix of emotions. On one hand, it’s a meaningful gift. On the other hand, the responsibility that comes with managing inherited property can be a lot to handle, especially during a tough time.
Written by
Liliana Alvarez
