March 04, 2026
Today is Part 3 of my coverage of the 2026 Tribeza Interiors Tour, which showcased the work of interior designers in private homes across Austin — and it’s all about the Studio Burgoon-designed home.
At the front of the house, a sweet little bedroom with fern wallpaper was giving cozy, curl-up-in-bed vibes. A raisable shade on the window sash provides privacy while letting in light.
Studio Burgoon – Avenue H
“Studio Burgoon presents founder Ali Burgoon Nolan’s own 1939 bungalow in Hyde Park’s Local Historic District….The project honors the home’s original craftsmanship while weaving in the layered, refined aesthetic that defines her work. Restored longleaf pine shiplap, reconstructed transom windows with mouth-blown restoration glass and custom period-accurate millwork sit alongside thoughtful updates that elevate comfort and livability. William Morris wallpaper and a mix of midcentury and European antiques bring soul and narrative throughout the home. The project is a shining example of how Austin’s historic architecture can be sensitively restored while embracing a modern way of living.”
From Tribeza
Sleeping in this bedroom would make you feel like Jessie Buckley in Hamnet, curled on the forest floor.
More flora — and fauna — on the walls
Pillowy dahlias next to the pillows
A green-tiled bathroom sports a floral shower curtain…
…and putty and green “flowers” in the penny-tile flooring.
In the home design studio, a paper lantern with an illustration of an African landscape caught my eye. Walking around it you see veldt, zebras, and…a tiger? Well, maybe not entirely African then.
A moody powder bath features eggplant paneling and William Morris wallpaper.
A pleated pendant illuminates the sink and mirror.
Purple trim and green door — a perfect match for the wallpaper
Mudroom sink with plants and hats…
…and wall hooks for jackets and bags.
Vintage miniature landscapes invite a closer look against a green-floral wallpaper.
More green appears on the kitchen cabinetry.
Banquette dining
More wood-framed miniatures include an eye-catching eye.
Upstairs, a lofty bedroom features green paneling, a triptych landscape, and a pendant light reminiscent of a hot-air balloon.
Vintage style in the primary bathroom — with more pinch-pleated cafe curtains
A romantic bouquet on the marble counter
Out back, cushy seating on a screened porch invites stay-a-while lounging.
An outdoor grilling station under a pergola includes a dining table. I assume that’s a guest house behind.
In the side yard, raised beds hold winter vegetables and annual flowers, enclosed by a white picket fence.
Up next: Part 4 of my Tribeza Interiors Tour recap. For a look back at Part 2, click here.
Heading to Temple
A quick note to say on Saturday I’m heading to Temple to speak at the Spring Garden Forum by the Bell County Master Gardener Association. I’ll be the first speaker of the day, talking about the resilient, Texas-tough gardens featured in Gardens of Texas. I’ll have books for sale and signing before and after the talk. If you’re in the area, I hope you’ll join me!
March 7, 9:45 to 10:45 am – Temple
The Spring Garden Forum is a one-day gathering for people who garden in Central Texas. The forum brings together experienced, well-respected speakers to talk about the things we’re all dealing with here: weather extremes, soil health, native plants, and how gardens fit into the larger ecosystem around us. The focus is on practical ideas, shared experience, and thoughtful discussion, all rooted in our local conditions. Cost: $45 for the day-long event with 4 speakers, including lunch. Register here.
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