This modern stunner from Alchemy Builders and Logan Architecture sits directly in the middle of one of my favorite Austin neighborhoods, Bouldin Creek.

The Great Outdoors is a garden center and nursery just minutes away from the hustle and bustle of South Congress’ main drag. Located on almost two acres of increasingly valuable land it feels like you’ve happened upon an oasis in a desert of condo projects and strip malls.

South Congress has an overwhelming number of restaurants and bars on the mile and a half stretch south of the Colorado River. The Meteor is an all day cafe, bottle shop, and bike shop (pedals, not engines) that’s located in an amazing mid century building that sits just past the noise and commotion of the tourist heavy South Congress strip.