Phillips House

I just got back from the Mid Century Modern tour in East Austin featuring the work of John Chase. I was blown away on many levels, first to find out that John Chase was the first black Architect in the state of Texas (in 1952) and second to see the amazing Phillips house. It's an ultimate sleeper. From MLK it looks like just another cool MCM home, but the inside feels really special. Unfortunately pictures weren't allowed inside, but I did pull some old ones off the MLS to share. The don't really do the space justice, and the current owners have done a much better job decorating, but at least you'll get the general idea.

HomesCreede FitchOctober 5, 2013East Austin Comments

Mid Century Mod tour in East Austin

This Saturday Oct 5th the good folks from Mid Tex Mod are putting on a little Mid Century Modern tour in East Austin. It will feature architecture by John S Chase who was the first African American architect in Texas.

The tour will kick off with a lecture at 1:30 at the Carver Museum and Cultural Center followed by a self guided tour at the David Chapel (1959) and the Phillips House (1964).

EventsCreede FitchOctober 1, 2013Home Tour, East AustinComment

2715 Stacy - Open House

Let me be the first to say that I was surprised at how much better this house was in real life compared to the pictures. Which is saying a lot, because it looks pretty great online. This little treasure likes to defy description however. While technically a condo (it's on a shared lot) it is a free standing home complete with private yard. The interior is nicely fitted out with a fantastic Ikea kitchen and bathrooms.

HomesCreede FitchSeptember 20, 201378704, Open HouseComment

Slow Food : Slow Roasted Pig

There are few things that I love more than a good modern house, but slow roasted pig may be one of those things. The Slow Food movement is close to my heart (my parents make cheese) and I've always loved their events. So when there is a pig roast, you better believe I'll be there.

EventsCreede FitchSeptember 11, 2013The Barr Mansion & Artisanal BallroomComment

Agave : 5349 Agatha Circle

If you are looking for a reasonably priced (many in the $200-$300 range) modern home in Austin, in a neighborhood full of kick ass people, it's pretty hard to beat Agave. That being said, not all homes in the neighborhood are equal. Good modern is more than just a look, it's the marriage of form and function. This house at 5349 Agatha Circle manages to check both of those boxes. The interior space flows well, and it thoughtfully put together. The bonus is over 1,000 square feet of outdoor deck space just waiting for you and your friends and a few of your favorite drinks.

HomesCreede FitchAugust 30, 2013Agave, East AustinComment

Chef Throwdown

My good friends from Citygram are hosting a chef throw down this week. They have a great lineup and it promises to be a great time.

EventsCreede FitchAugust 22, 2013Comment

Spartan

My name is Creede Fitch, and I'm an addict. A bottle opener addict. For some reason, I'm inexplicably drawn to them and when I see a good one, I'm powerless. I must buy it. Generally this isn't a problem, because when I say a "good one" I mean a really incredible one. If it's brass, even better. Unfortunately for me, Spartan has an amazing line up of gorgeous brass bottle openers, over half of which I already own. As you can imagine going there can be a dangerous endeavor for me. Luckily there are plenty of other amazing goods in the store to distract me.

DesignCreede FitchAugust 22, 2013Comment

Stag

When you name a store Stag, you better have some quality manliness to back it up. Stag does. Everything from pocket knives and handkerchiefs to selvedge denim, all of it beautifully curated and displayed.

DesignCreede FitchAugust 22, 2013Comment

East Side King

The name East Side King should be familiar to you already. Paul Qui has built up quite a reputation for himself, and it's a reputation that is well defended. I've gone ahead and taken one for the team and eaten at all the East Side King locations, many of them on multiple occasions. Verdict? Some of the best food in Austin.

FoodCreede FitchAugust 22, 2013Comment

Jewel St.

New Construction home in Bouldin designed by Burton Baldridge built by Brodie Builders! Rooftop deck and large Oak trees shade the downstairs outdoor patio which is off of the living, kitchen, and dining room perfect for entertaining. Secondary patio space off of downstairs master bedroom. Game room or Office upstairs with built-in bookshelves and entertainment center. An abundance of floor to ceiling windows for natural light, custom iron stair case, and custom dining room light fixture.

HomesCreede FitchAugust 22, 2013Comment