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Let's embark on your next chapter. Together. Bridgette Hager Real Estate Advisor, REALTOR®
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LIFESTYLE LETTER
There’s No Place Like Home Dear West Austin, This time of year we are reminded that there is no place like home. For many of us, home is a physical space created to reflect our personalities and passions - from taking pride in the way it looks to cultivating an atmosphere that nurtures our connections to family and friends. It’s a place of comfort, reflection, and understanding. We believe that no matter where you are, home can be found in the people around you and the things you cherish most. This month, we celebrate all that makes home meaningful to us personally and to our community as a whole. In this issue, we’re featuring stories and images that celebrate the unique ways in which we can make our homes truly special. From the local architects and builders creating homes that bring out the beauty of our community, to the inspiring small businesses that are turning their dreams into reality, we’re proud of what West Austin has become. This month’s issue is packed with ways on how we can make our homes even more meaningful. No matter how we define home, there is one thing that unites us all—the joy of having a place to call our own. Let’s celebrate this month by taking time to appreciate the homes in which we live, work, and play.
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Local Limelight HO ME S ERV IC E S
Unlock the Door to Your Dream Home with the Expertise of Local Industry Professionals
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Create An Environment That Supports The Life You Want To Live
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The Architect and Homebuilders Elevating West Austin’s Most Desirable Neighborhoods
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Upcoming Events:
Monthly Luncheon March 16th | 11:30-1:00PM Hyatt Place Hotel 7300 FM 620
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There are few things we love more than the comfort of our own home. As spring brings new beginnings, it's time to start thinking about home design ideas to create an outdoor space your family and friends will love. Here are our top picks for transforming your home this season:
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West Austin Real Estate Experts UNLOCK THE DOOR TO YOUR DREAM HOME WITH THE GUIDANCE AND EXPERTISE OF LOCAL INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS
ARTICLE BY MICHELLE WOOD
Spring is here, and West Austin is blooming with opportunities for those looking for a new home. The rolling hills of the Texas Hill Country provide a picturesque backdrop, making it impossible not to fall in love with the area. Mild temperatures create the perfect opportunity to enjoy beautiful outdoor living spaces, and the neighborhoods offer a unique combination of luxury and natural beauty that can’t be found elsewhere. As the weather starts to warm up, potential buyers are on the hunt for the perfect home to make their own. With a variety of options available, it can be challenging to navigate the real estate market and find the perfect fit. Fortunately, West Austin offers a wealth of expert guidance, including Austin Luxury Group, Engel & Völkers Austin, and Spinelli Residential Group. These leading experts bring a different approach to real estate and provide their clients with the highest level of service in the area.
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Austin Luxury Group takes a collaborative approach to finding homes that are unique and special for their clients in Austin and beyond. “We are inspired everyday by the people we get to meet and represent. Our clients are some of the most interesting and discerning people in the country and we truly enjoy playing a small part in their lives,” said Co-Owner Gary Dolch, who, along with his wife Michelle, helps find their clients homes that give them the spark and twinkle in the eye feeling of “THIS IS IT!” Gary and Michelle want to ensure their clients aren’t missing anything and help their clients understand the market and pricing, “We are very fortunate to have the opportunity to list special homes in and around Austin. It’s what we set out to do from the very beginning. We do not focus on a specific type of home or neighborhood, we do focus on the most extraordinary homes in Austin. While most of the properties that we list and sell tend to
be in Central and West Austin, we have represented some incredible properties downtown, east of Austin, and in places like Fredericksburg, Mason, Kerrville, Johnson City, and Blanco. If it is unique and special, we will definitely want to take a look at it.” Engel Völkers Austin focuses on understanding and meeting their clients expectations for finding the very best home for them. Engel Völkers pride themselves on setting a standard of excellence and providing professional expertise at every step along the way, ensuring that their clients meet all their home-buying goals. “One of the things we pride ourselves on when helping clients find the right home for them, is truly understanding their wants and needs,” said Owner, Dir. of Operations, REALTOR Traci Turnquist Wilson, “Buying a home is one of the most important decisions someone makes, so we want to make sure it’s the right fit for them.” Engel & Völkers CONTINUED >
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“There’s a freedom you begin to feel t h e c l o s e r y o u g e t t o A u s t i n , Te x a s .” — Willie Nelson.
Austin want to make sure that they help their clients find whatever it is that completes their vision of their dream home, “Finding someone a home that will literally define memories, create incredible community and build a lifestyle is what it is about. Happiness. Finding someone a place to call home is the end goal.” Spinelli Residential Group is dedicated to elevating their clients’ net worth through real estate. With an operational support staff of seven, who work side by side with their agent partners, they proactively search the city for homes that meet their client’s desires daily. “It takes so
much more than a few clicks in the MLS system to find the right home for clients. This is where we truly differentiate ourselves,” said owner Jeannette Spinelli, “Passively finding properties after they are listed is beneath what a client should expect from a real estate professional.” They work to ensure that their clients find a home that supports their daily lives and that of their families, while also guiding them on an important financial decision. “Our group is grounded in the principle of continuously earning our seat at the table alongside our client’s team of financial advisors, attorneys, and estate planners. We know that
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much of our client’s net worth is attached to the real estate they own. Guiding our clients to build their financial portfolio through real estate and make wise choices that will elevate their net worth inspires us daily,” said Spinelli. Investing in a home in West Austin is a smart decision. Whether you’re looking for a full-service experience that helps you find a home that is special, provides you access to the outdoors and improves your lifestyle, or a team that can help guide you in building your financial portfolio through real estate, these three companies have the expertise and resources to make your home search an incredible success and investment.
With their unique approach, professional advice, and passion for client satisfaction, they are guaranteed to help you find the perfect home. As Willie Nelson said, “There’s a freedom you begin to feel the closer you get to Austin, Texas.” When searching for a home, let these experts take the stress out of the process and give you the peace of mind and freedom to truly feel that “This is my house!” moment when you find your dream home. Each real estate team brings a different approach to the process, but they all share a deep understanding of the surrounding area, their clients’ needs and wants, and what makes West Austin such a desirable place to live, work, and play.
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Yo u r E n v i r o n m e n t Always Wins Create An Environment That Supports The Life You Want To Live
When coaching with Environmental Design, clients and I explore 9 Primary Environments: Self, Spiritual, Body, Tech, Memetic, Financial, Relationship, Network, and Physical. Through this process, clients fine-tune their awareness and consciously create within each environment to reduce stress and set themselves up for success. A primary exercise involves scanning each environment for energy leaks. Once the leaks, or tolerations, are eliminated, clients can curate each environment to support what’s most important to them.
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To get started, you can begin zapping tolerations in your Physical environment today. The easiest fixes include cleaning what’s dirty, fixing what’s broken, decluttering what’s out of date or unused, and releasing things you don’t enjoy. When left unattended, these things pull our attention and detract from our experience. When tolerations pile up they can contribute to general feelings of restlessness, anxiety, and overwhelm. When your energy is not drained by your environment, you have more energy for generative things that contribute to the quality of your life.
After your first round of zapping tolerations, notice if there is anything you are holding on to that doesn’t spark joy, holds negative attachments, or undermines your intentions. By clearing things out that do not serve you, you make space for new things that do. Next, look at what’s missing. What can you add to make your space more enjoyable and to support you in living the way you want to live? For example, imagine you have a goal to eat healthier. Using Environmental Design in the kitchen, you can identify barriers to eating healthier, as well as positive
triggers to encourage healthy habits. If a desirable action is difficult (i.e. prepping whole foods) and undesirable actions easy (i.e. grabbing processed foods from the pantry), you are more likely to choose the easier option. In this way, “the environment always wins.” When your environment is set up for success, it inspires, prompts, and propels you along your desired path. For more on Environmental Design, and how it can assist you, go to rebeccaboswell.com/empoweredenvironments. Sign up for your 6-Session Empowered Environments package. Receive 15% OFF with code CLM15.
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ARTICLE BY HALEY WILLIAMS PHOTOGRAPHY BY J.A. STENGER PHOTOGRAPHY
in Kitchen Design
A peek at what’s ahead: bold cabinet colors, statement hardware and swaths of stone. When designing your dream kitchen, it’s important to balance timeless features with elements that reflect your personality and design aesthetic. You may not plan to remodel your kitchen each year (does anyone do that?), but that doesn’t mean there aren’t creative ways to keep your space feeling modern and fresh. We spoke with interior designer Brooke Cover about the trends in kitchen design she’s seeing this year, touching on everything from cabinet colors and lighting to tile and countertop combos she’s loving.
TAKING THE COUNTER MATERIAL UP THE BACKSPLASH Although the iconic subway tile backsplash is timeless in its own right, Brooke says she is seeing a big shift toward marble slab backsplashes — which add drama and depth to the kitchen. Not only is it easier to clean than tile, but a marble backsplash and countertop also sets the tone for the entire space and makes a big statement.
WARMING UP THE WHITE We doubt the classic white kitchen will ever completely go out of style, but trends show people are going away from the white kitchen and gray cabinets. They’re opting for white mixed with warmer wood tones, dark greens and blues. Some homeowners are mixing vintage in with the new and modern through butcher block islands or other unique cabinetry choices. Black is making a bold comeback in some kitchens, while others usher in warmth through painted islands or other darker contrast tiles in the bar area. You don’t have to leave behind the timelessness when you warm up your space if you opt for equally timeless black and wood-stained accents. If you want a quick refresh, consider adding pops of wood through cutting boards or other decor accents on countertops or open shelves.
CONTRAST, CONTRAST, CONTRAST! From painted and stained islands to dark lower cabinetry with bright white uppers and mixed lighting fixtures, contrast is the name of the game this year. You’ll see this juxtaposition between clean white and darker colors or even this year’s favorite - greens and blues - all over newly designed kitchens. You’re not breaking any rules by coordinating sculptural pendants over the kitchen island with more vintage-inspired gooseneck sconces over the standalone bar or a chandelier over the eat-in kitchen.
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Brooke’s Pro Tip: I suggest viewing countertop slabs in person vs. a small sample piece because each slab has unique movement and colors. They are all so beautiful and works of art. Taking a trip to the warehouse will really help a client to understand the different types available and see the difference in the look of the material. S C A N Q R C O D E F O R B R O O K E ’ S FAV O R I T E COUNTERTOPS THIS YEAR.
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FROM THE GROUND UP Discover the local architect and homebuilders making their mark on West Austin’s most sought-after neighborhoods. From stunning designs to sustainable builds, these experienced professionals are elevating the community with a proven track record of creating homes that go above and beyond client expectations.
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Situated in Austin’s most sought-after neighborhoods, BF Homes combine high-end design and functionality, tailored to the city’s climate and culture. Locals trust in Becky’s personal touch and expertise as she guides them through the building or remodeling process, utilizing her team of professionals. With her philosophy of “you’re only as good as the people you hire,” you can be sure that your new home will be nothing short of spectacular.
From the moment David Manning meets his clients on their property, he works diligently to understand their “have-to-haves” and wish list. He also considers how long they plan to stay and the landscape’s natural features. With this information, he is able to create a design that exceeds their expectations. “The most rewarding part of my job,” Manning says, “is seeing and hearing the satisfaction from my clients.”
At Barrett Wilson Custom Homes, the key to building an exceptional home is in understanding his clients’ unique needs and desires. Barrett shared, “While we walk the space, I bounce different ideas off the clients, and we discuss how to make the space exactly what they want. From the beginning to the end of the project, it’s all about communication.” Barrett’s emphasis on open communication ensures that every aspect of the project is tailored to his clients’ specific needs and desires.
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