Top Interior Designers

Austin's top 5 interior design stars to watch right now

Home sweet home is even sweeter with the right look. Whether it's a simple coat of paint in the perfect neutral gray or a complete kitchen remodel, inspiration is easy to find when you know where to look. Keep an eye on these Austin interior design experts for fresh ideas.

Claire Zinnecker
She's been named one of 16 designers to follow by Domino magazine. She's styled three looks for Anthropologie. Her DIY cat bed reached across the pond in a splashy spread in a German magazine. Claire Zinnecker is a bright new star on the style map. Her clean, airy look is punctuated with pops of pastel, shades of living greenery, and a furry friend or two. Follow her enviable Instagram to get the first scoop on her projects and watch her progress as she updates her own home.

Erica Evensen
Erica Evensen's portfolio speaks for itself, but an award never hurts. The designer won a Best of Houzz award for 2016. From the spa-like atmosphere of her nonesuch project to the rustic touches in the meadow, Evensen's look is relaxed and uncluttered. Her Instagram is a study in stylish simplicity. Get inspired with her meticulously curated Pinterest, with fun themes like Marfa Meets Manhattan and Petal to the Metal.

Maureen Stevens
Curious about how to choose the right tile? Let Maureen Stevens educate you! Her easy-to-read infographics can take you from novice to know-it-all with rundowns of the different options, the pros and cons of each, and gorgeous photos for reference. Follow her frequently updated blog for sofa guides, the best of gray paints, "Fab Friday" finds, and more. Check out her portfolio to see her apply her knowledge to her versatile, sophisticated projects.

Allison Jaffe
A Houzz superstar, Allison Jaffe has been recognized year after year by voters for her designs as well as for her service, and has been designated a Houzz influencer. Nominated for Austin Under 40 two years running, it's easy to see why Jaffe stands out. Her portfolio includes one award-winning project after another and stunning touches like eye-catching light fixtures and varied tile work. Shop her store for unique throw pillows or check out her glass-topped geometric coffee table to add a little Jaffe to your home.

Stephanie Moore
After years of costume work for Office Space, Varsity Blues, and Friday Night Lights, Stephanie Moore now focuses on fabrics with Cush Cush Design. Specializing in window treatments, you can find her work in chic places like the Saint Cecilia Hotel, Uchi, Uchiko, and Perla's. Her work is striking but never overbearing, adding flair and subtlety at the same time.

Follow Maureen Stevens and her blog for sofa and paint guides plus "Fab Friday" finds.

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Follow Maureen Stevens and her blog for sofa and paint guides plus "Fab Friday" finds.

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Closure News

Furniture chain American Freight closing Austin and all other stores

American Freight

There's a big sale going on at American Freight.

There's a huge sale on furniture going down right now, but for a sad reason: American Freight, a chain of furniture stores operating in dozens of states, is permanently shuttering all 328 locations, due to “sustained inflation and macroeconomic challenges,” according to its parent company.

That includes one store in Austin, at 13435 N. Highway 183, Ste. 101.

The closing comes after its parent company, Franchise Group, Inc., filed for bankruptcy protection, according to documents filed in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware.

Store closing sales began on November 5, both online and at its 328 locations. Hilco Consumer-Retail is managing these sales for American Freight as the business winds down its operations nationwide. Significant discounts are being offered on the brand's full assortment of inventory.

Shoppers can save up to 30 percent off the lowest ticketed prices storewide. Available items include living room sets, bedroom furniture, dining tables, and a selection of scratch & dent and new in-box appliances, such as refrigerators, washers and dryers.

New inventory is arriving and expected to move quickly, so customers should take advantage of this prime opportunity to enjoy exceptional deals before it's too late.

"Our goal is to deliver outstanding value to customers during this full chain closing sale," said Ian Fredericks, CEO of Hilco Consumer-Retail. "Everything is on sale and must be sold, and we recommend shopping early for the best selection."

During the store closing sales, select American Freight financing and delivery services will remain available to customers, presenting a unique opportunity to shop exceptional discounts with the convenience of flexible payment and home delivery.

The chain has 39 stores in Texas.

Sale Details
They're offering up to 30 percent off the lowest ticketed prices on furniture, scratch & dent, and new in-box appliances. Discounts are valid in stores and online. All sales are final, of course. Shop now for the best selection while supplies last.

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