Austinites raise money for local icon
An Austin icon, Leslie Cochran, is currently still in critical condition after being found unconscious on Feb. 16. Local residents have joined together in order to raise funds for medical costs. Cochran was transferred to hospice care last week and sources close to the man have stated that there is no “expectation of his recovery.”… Read More
Software helps Austin architect finish Enfield Road project
Austin-based architect Kit Johnson is currently working on a construction project on Enfield Road to build a 25-unit condo project, and he is using the help of a software called ArchiCAD. The renovation project to transform Enfield Road, which was covered in graffiti and trash, into a beautiful area full of luxury condos began in… Read More
May is National Building Safety Month
President Obama declared May National Building Safety Month to raise awareness of disaster safety and prevention, fire safety and awareness, green building, and backyard safety. The President stated, “Building safety and fire prevention officials, architects, engineers, design professionals, builders, and others in the construction industry work everyday to ensure the sound construction of buildings and… Read More
Several home construction projects starting
Several home building and development firms have begun planning or construction on projects all over Austin. President of MileStone Community Builders Garrett Martin stated, “We’re excited about 2011 and 2012. I think a lot of other builders are cash-constrained, which gives us an opportunity to go out and put lots on the ground in A-plus… Read More
New South Austin living community opens
A new community-living development in South Austin was recently released by the real estate and home building company, Buffington Homes. The community is called The Reserve at Southpark Meadows and is said to “offer the excitement and convenience of urban living with the affordability of suburban pricing.” The Reserve at Southpark Meadows features energy efficient… Read More