Peek inside 12 beautiful houses on the upcoming AIA Austin Homes Tour

For architecture and design lovers, this weekend's AIA Austin Homes Tour [https: /aiaaustin.org/home-feature/aia-austin-homes-tour-2016] is a can't-miss event. Showcasing 12 stunning homes, the self-guided tour runs October 15-16 and gives participants the opportunity to see work from the city’s most sought-after architectural firms. Featured architects include Baldridge Architects [https://baldridge-architects.com/]; Mell Lawrence [https://www.melllawrencearchitects.com/]; Webber + Studio Architects [https://webberstudio.com/]; and Faye and Walker Architecture [https://fayeandwalker.com/], a firm making its tour debut with the “Elephant House” project. “The AIA Austin Homes Tour is the premier place to showcase our work,” says Sean Guess, an architect with Faye and Walker. “We hope visitors will feel at home, able to imagine themselves participating in all facets of their daily lives amidst the context we have created.” The AIA Austin Homes Tour is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a diverse collection of projects representing a range of architectural styles. Attendees can look forward to everything from a reinterpreted modern farmhouse to an updated midcentury gem to a show-stopping stunner complete with sweeping vistas. The tour runs from 10 am to 6 pm Saturday and Sunday. Wristbands can be purchased in advance for $35 online [https://aiaaustin.org/form/30th-annual-homes-tour-wristband-pick]. Wristbands are available during the tour for $40 and can be purchased at featured homes or retail locations. Entrance to individual homes is $10 (cash only) and can be purchased onsite. --- 4506 Balcones Dr. Tarrytown Mell Lawrence Architects This property features two separate buildings: a main house and a guest house.