Our Austin architects explain what to look for when choosing exterior shutters for your home. We cover types of shutter styles, shutter materials, and more!

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettMarch 2, 2023Guide to shutters, Choosing exterior shutters, Shutter styles, Shutter scale, Fixed vs functional shutters, Shutter materials, Types of shutters, Architects in Austin Texas, Austin Architects

The Architects’ Guide to Countertop Materials

Our Austin architects share how to choose the best countertop materials for your home. We review the pros and cons of different types of countertops.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettFebruary 23, 2023Countertop materials, Types of countertop materials, How to choose the best countertops, Architects in Austin Texas, Austin Architects

How to Choose the Right Interior Doors for Your Home

Learn how to choose the right interior doors for your home with the help of our Austin architects. We’re outlining the top considerations to keep in mind.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettFebruary 9, 2023How to choose interior doors, Interior door styles, Interior door materials, Interior door hardware, Interior door panel styles, Interior doors pros and cons, Austin architects, Austin residential architecture

How Big Should a Billiard Room Be?

A pool table is a fun addition to a game room. But how big should a billiard room be to ensure easy play? Our architects explain everything you need to know!

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettJanuary 26, 2023How big should a billiard room be, How to design a billiard room, Billiard room design, Billiard room size guide, Pool table room size, Pool table room design, Austin architects, Austin residential architecture

17 Cabinet Upgrades You Can’t Live Without

Our Austin architects share our 17 favorite cabinet upgrades for the kitchen, butler’s pantry, mudroom, bathroom, and every storage space in between.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettDecember 8, 2022Cabinet upgrades, Cabinet accessories, Kitchen cabinet upgrades, Storage upgrades, Architects in Austin Texas, Austin Architects

The Architect’s Guide to Integrated vs. Freestanding Appliances

Our Austin architects compare integrated vs. freestanding appliances, outlining the pros and cons you need to know to make the right choice for your kitchen.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettNovember 24, 2022Integrated vs freestanding appliances, Pros and cons of integrated appliances, Pros and cons of freestanding appliances, Integrated fridge, Free standing fridge, Counter depth vs standard depth, Architects in Austin Texas, Austin Architects

The Architect’s Home Insulation Guide

Learn everything you need to know about insulation in our home insulation guide. Our Austin architects review the types of insulation and top considerations.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettNovember 3, 2022Austin Architects, Home insulation guide, Types of home insulation, Home insulation considerations, What is R-value, Spray foam insulation, Batt insulation, Rockwool insulation, Architects in Austin Texas

How Architects and Builders Work Together

Our Austin architects explain how architects and builders work together. Learn how to hire the right builder for your dream home.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettOctober 20, 2022how architects and builders work together, What is an architect, What is a builder, Architect vs. builder, Do you need an architect and builder, Hire the right builder, Architects in Austin Texas, Austin Architects

How Architects and Structural Engineers Work Together

Our Austin architects explain how architects and structural engineers work together to design dream homes for their clients.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettOctober 6, 2022How architects and structural engineers work together, What is an architect, What is a structural engineer, Architect vs structural engineer, Do you need an architect and structural engineer, Architects in Austin Texas, Austin Architects

How Architects and Landscape Architects Work Together

Our Austin architects explain how architects and landscape architects work together to design their clients' dream homes (and backyards).

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettSeptember 29, 2022How architects and landscape architects work together, What is an architect, What is a landscape architect, Architect vs landscape architect, Do you need an architect and landscape architect, Architects in Austin Texas, Austin Architects

How Architects and Interior Designers Work Together

Our Austin architects explain how architects and interior designers work together to design dream homes for their clients.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettSeptember 22, 2022How architects and interior designers work together, What is an architect, What is an interior designer, Architect vs Interior designer, Do you need an architect and interior designer, Architects in Austin Texas, Austin Architects

Understanding Your Design Team: Who to Hire to Build a House

Our Austin architects review the professionals you need to hire to build a house so you can assemble your dream design team!

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettSeptember 15, 2022Who to hire to build a house, Professionals you need to hire to build a house, Home design team, Assembling a home design team, How to build a home design team, Architects in Austin Texas, Austin Architects

Billings Memorial Library: An Architectural Case Study

In this Billings Library at UVM architectural case study, our Austin architects review the building’s history and design elements.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettSeptember 8, 2022Billings Library Architectural Case Study, Billings Memorial Library, Billings Library, University of Vermont, University of Vermont Architecture, Architecture Case Study, Billings Library History, Billings Library Design, Billings Library architecture

The Defining Features of Foursquare Architecture

Our Austin architects define Foursquare architecture and explain the Foursquare style's key influences and design features.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettSeptember 1, 2022Foursquare architecture, Foursquare style homes, Foursquare style definition, Foursquare design elements, Austin architects, Austin architecture firm

The Defining Features of Empire Architecture

Our Austin architects define Empire architecture and explain the Empire style's key influences and design features.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettAugust 25, 2022Empire architecture, Empire style homes, Empire style definition, Empire design elements, Austin architects, Austin architecture firm

The DK Studio Summer Retreat: Finding Design Inspiration on Vacation

The DK Studio architects in Austin, Texas, discuss finding design inspiration on vacation after our summer retreat to Vermont and Montreal.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettAugust 18, 2022Architects in Austin Texas, English Manor architecture, Vermont architecture, Montreal architecture, Empire style, Foursquare style, Billings Memorial Library, University of Vermont architecture, Notre Dame Basilica Montreal, Austin Architects

The Defining Features of English Manor Architecture

Our Austin architects define English Manor architecture and explain the key influences and design features of the English Manor style.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettAugust 11, 2022Architects in Austin Texas, Austin Architects, English Manor architecture, English Manor style homes, English Manor style definition, English Manor design elements

The Wallpaper Revival: Looking Back at William Morris’s Influence on Wallpaper Trends

The wallpaper revival is here! Our Austin architects examine wallpaper’s refound popularity and look to William Morris’s influence on today’s wallpaper trends.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettAugust 3, 2022Wallpaper revival, Wallpaper trends 2022, William Morris wallpaper, Wallpaper popular again, Architects in Austin Texas, Austin Architects

The Architect’s Wall Paneling Guide

Looking to learn more about wall paneling? Our Austin architects share everything you need to know about wall paneling in our expert wall paneling guide.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettJuly 26, 2022Austin architects, Austin Texas architects, Austin Texas homes, Wall paneling guide, Everything you need to know about wall paneling, Wall paneling pros and cons, Best places to add wall paneling in your home, Types of wall paneling, Wall paneling design considerations, Architects in Austin Texas, Austin Architects

The Best Ways to Add Stone to Your Home Design

Natural stone is a beautiful & durable material you can use throughout your home. Our Austin architects share the best ways to add stone to your home design.

Austin Architects, Austin Architecture FirmDianne KettJuly 21, 2022Austin architects, Austin Texas architects, Austin Texas homes, Ways to add stone to your home design Guide to using stone in design Natural stones to consider for your home Exterior stone applications Interior stone applications, Ways to add stone to your home design, Guide to using stone in design, Natural stones to consider for your home, Exterior stone applications, Interior stone applications