Connect & Collaborate

Coworking is more than just a space to park your laptop. Words by Sam Lauron With more and more people turning to self-employment, remote working, and startup lifestyles, it’s no wonder that coworking has become the modern way to work. But what exactly is the benefit to sharing a space with strangers? Coworking is not...

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Blackland

Is there affordable housing still left in Austin’s Eastside? Words by Sommer Brugal Photos by Parker Thornton Blackland Community Development Corporation, or BCDC, sits between four borders: MLK Boulevard, Comal Street, Manor Road, and Chestnut Avenue. Founded in 1983, the non-profit set out to challenge the University of Texas at Austin’s plans to develop east...

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Cycle Fashion

Cycle in Style Words by Natalie Goforth Photos by Eric Morales Cycling allows one to be self-expressive through style and sustainability. Not only is it the most appealing way to get more intimately acquainted with a city, but it’s also efficient. In fact, bicycle power is one of the most efficient forms of mechanical energy...

Style+Beauty

The Community Issue {Spring/Summer 2017}

On the Cover: Illustrator Caitlin Alexander is a rockstar! On a tight deadline, she executed our vision for this issue better than we could’ve imagined. She captured the vivid colors, rustic charm, and modern gyms that truly make the east side of Austin one-of-a-kind. From staples like Sam’s BBQ and Leal’s Tire Shop to modern...

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CREEDE FITCH, REALTOR

I’m not your typical realtor, I’m just a regular guy with a love for modern and mid century modern homes. That’s why I choose to be a Realtor. My job allows me the luxury to be around them, become an expert on them and still earn a living. And I love Austin. I do my...

Local Pros

Newcastle Homes – Real. Local. Community. Design. Build.

For over 16 years Newcastle Homes has worked closely with the communities of East Austin to create sustainable, locally-designed, high-performance homes that are hand-built by local craftsmen. Newcastle Homes does not just do business in East Austin–they are part of East Austin, actively supporting community initiatives on issues that matter to locals, like affordable housing...

Home+Away Homes

Eastside Dog Walkers

Eastside Dog Walkers is a local Austin dog walking and house sitting service catering to East Austin since 2014. From pugs to pitbulls, your pets are our passion at ESDW. We are a member of Professional United Pet Sitters, trained in pet CPR/first aid, and always carry first aid kits with us. We are also...

Pets

Ashley Haguewood, Architectural Photographer

Ashley is a Austin based photographer specializing in Architecture, Interiors, as well as Commercial Spaces. She uses both natural and artificial light where appropriate to artistically capture indoor and outdoor spaces. Every single image is meticulously crafted with expert attention to detail. Ashley strives to create fun, laid-back environments when shooting, whether photographing a small...

Art Art + Entertainment LifeStyle

Woodwork at 17th

Austin Evers founded “Woodwork at 17th” making furniture, objects, and spaces to bring people together. A piece of furniture doesn’t have to be solely functional, it can be beautiful, it can create conversation, comfort, relationships. This is the hope of “Woodwork at 17th.” He was given the opportunity to cut his woodworking chops in home...

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Soul Queen

Austin’s Nubian Queen is Moving Out Words by Jessica Devenyns Photos Eric Morales It was unexpected to see the seasoned eyes of Lola Stephens-Bell swell with a fire to match the pink dreadlocks looping around her head as she began speaking about her work on the Eastside of Austin. A one-woman ministry of food and...

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