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May 26, 2020
Midcentury Reimagined
A pair of Austin architects breathe new life into a midcentury modern wonder. Just a little over 10 minutes from the Texas state capitol building lies a midcentury treasure that’s been returned to its former glory. Located in Austin, the home was...
May 20, 2020
The Bottling Dept. Food Hall
Clayton & Little designed the Bottling Dept. Food Hall as a staple in the heart of the historic Pearl campus along the San Antonio River. Originally constructed in 1894, a devastating fire claimed the historic Pearl Bottling House in 2003. Pearl salvaged as much from the rubble as possible, and hired Clayton...
May 13, 2020
Revealing Craft and Nature: An Interview with Brian Korte, FAIA
April 28, 2020
Here’s a Sneak Peek of the New Commodore Perry Estate
Nearly a century old, the Commodore Perry Estate has taken many forms: showpiece Italianate mansion, school campus, and an event space listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Now converted into Auberge Resorts Collection’s first “urban escape,” the 10-acre Hancock property is slated...
April 20, 2020
The Bottling Department Food Hall in San Antonio, Texas
Originally constructed in 1894, a devastating fire claimed the historic Pearl Bottling House in 2003. Pearl salvaged as much from the rubble as possible, and hired Clayton & Little to rebuild the 13,132-square-foot structure as a modern interpretation of a lost Classical Revival jewel...
April 18, 2020
Renovation Brings Energy‑Efficient Modernity to this 1950s Texas Home
Classic homes have their own unique appeal that is undeniable and all they need at times is a hint of modernity to turn them into more efficient and eco-friendly contemporary residences. Originally designed by Roland Roessner, a University of Texas professor and...
April 16, 2020
Balcones Residence by Clayton & Little
Austin and San Antonio, Texas-based Clayton & Little recently completed the remodel of a 1950s house originally designed by Roland Roessner, a University of Texas professor and prominent architect of modern-style homes. Take a look at the complete story after the jump. From...
April 13, 2020
Mid‑Century Modern House Gets Inspiring Transformation in Austin, Texas
Architects Clayton & Little have beautifully renovated this mid-century modern house sited around a spectacular live oak tree in the heart of Austin, Texas. Originally designed by architect Roland Roessner, a noted University of Texas professor and architect of modern-style homes, this 1950s dwelling is...
April 12, 2020
Balcones Residence, Texas / Clayton & Little
Brickwork, mahogany paneling and a new guest casita are featured in this 1950s Texas dwelling that has been meticulously renovated by Austin– and San Antonio-based studio Clayton & Little. Originally design by architect Roland Roessner, a noted University of Texas professor and architect of...
March 31, 2020
Hotel Saint Cecilia by Clayton & Little
Clayton & Little transformed this 1888-vintage Victorian mansion and one-acre campus into an oasis for one of Austin’s treasured boutique hotels. The design preserves the park-like space in the middle of the site in keeping with the original rhythms of the neighborhood. 6...
March 30, 2020
Equipamento para Vinícola Saxum
Descrição enviada pela equipe de projeto. Localizada na área de Templeton Gap, em West Paso Robles, Califórnia, essa estrutura simples de armazenamento agrícola está aos pés do James Berry Vineyard de 50 acres e da Vinícola Saxum adjacente, a pouco mais de 200 metros...
March 27, 2020
Three New Austin Hotels
From new construction to renovations of historic properties, Austin’s hotel scene is thriving. The long-awaited Hotel ZaZa opened downtown in September, and two stylish sister properties—the Otis and the AC hotels—opened near the University of Texas in February. In late spring, the highly anticipated Hotel...
March 25, 2020
Eberly – An Eclectic Bar / Restaurant Provides an Idyllic Setting for Austin’s Creative Types
Can a salvaged mahogany bar inspire the design of a new bar/restaurant? In the case of Eberly, a vibrant meeting spot house in what once was a print shop in Austin, Texas, the answer is yes. The impressive 30-foot-long by 10-foot-tall, 150-year-old...
March 25, 2020
Fulldraw Vineyard Set for Development in California Wine Country
Austin and San Antonio based design studio Clayton & Little is designing a new vineyard in the heart of the California Central Coast wine country. Located on 100 acres in the Templeton Gap, Fulldraw Vineyard is slated to be completed in 2021.
March 20, 2020
Hotel Saint Cecilia
Through sensitive renovations and new additions, Clayton & Little helped transform Hotel Saint Cecilia into a secluded oasis in the heart of Austin, Texas. Designed to offer privacy and refuge from the bustle of the city, the hotel grounds feature six magnificent live oaks scattered...
February 28, 2020
Saxum Vineyard Equipment Barn
Located in the Templeton Gap area of West Paso Robles, California, this simple agricultural storage structure rests at the toe of the 50-acre James Berry Vineyard and the adjacent winery sitting just over 800 feet away. This structure is completely self-sufficient and...
February 26, 2020
2020 AIA Fellows Announced
The AIA elevates partner Brian Korte to College of Fellows. Five Texas architects are among the 116 AIA members elevated to the College of Fellows this year. This prestigious honor is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to architecture and...
February 26, 2020
AIA Names 116 Architects to College of Fellows
Partner Brian Korte is one of 116 architects elevated to College of Fellows. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has elevated 116 architects to its prestigious College of Fellows. The fellowship program, according to the AIA website, “was developed to elevate those architects who...
February 26, 2020
Medina Winery
By incorporating the masonry walls of an existing barn and goat shed, the Medina winery design concept reflects a farmer’s approach to winery operations – a facility that embodies pragmatism, simplicity and flexibility. The 7,271-square-foot layout organizes a diverse collection of spaces...
February 25, 2020
Hotel Saint Cecilia
Designed to offer privacy and refuge from the bustle of the city, the hotel grounds feature six magnificent live oaks scattered around an 1888-vintage Victorian mansion, recognized by Austin’s Historic Landmark Commission as the Miller-Crockett House. Through a series of strategic renovations,...
February 25, 2020
Partner Brian Korte Elevated to FAIA
We are proud to announce that partner Brian Korte, FAIA, has been elevated to the 2020 American Institute of Architect’s College of Fellows. Fellowship elevates those architects who have made significant contributions to the profession of architecture and society and who exemplify...
February 17, 2020
Eberly by Clayton & Little
Austin/San Antonio firm Clayton & Little designed this inspiring bar, cafe and restaurant located in a former a 1970s-era print shop near downtown Austin. The venue features the 150-year-old bar that was salvaged from the storied Cedar Tavern in New York’s Greenwich Village. The...
February 17, 2020
The Best New Restaurants in Texas for 2020
“What kind of food do they serve?” That’s the first thing friends want to know when I tell them about a new restaurant. More often than not, my answer is something like “eclectic” or “fusion cuisine” or “New American,” because chefs love...
February 17, 2020
Clayton & Little Creates an Eclectic Interior for Eberly Bar and Tavern in Austin