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Business
Downtown commercial space is at a ‘historic’ 24% vacancy
A new study from real estate firm Franklin Street states that 14.8 million sqft of commercial space in Downtown Austin is empty.
November 20, 2025 04:08 PM
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Laura Figi
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City
Artwork inside the Austin Convention Center rehomed
Ahead of the Austin Convention Center’s demolition, find out the fate of four legacy art installations that once called the facility home.
April 14, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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City
What Austin’s new building codes mean for local housing
Six newly adopted building codes will require air conditioning in all buildings, allow single-stairway designs, mandate electric vehicle infrastructure, and more.
April 11, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
The exterior of the Austin Convention Center with a brick facade, large windows, and a digital sign displaying information about SXSW Flatstock. Trees line the sidewalk, and orange traffic cones are placed along the street. A person stands near the curb, and a white shuttle bus is parked nearby.
City
Remembering the history of the Austin Convention Center
Join us in bidding adieu to the Austin Convention Center, which will be demolished next month to make way for a bigger facility for our growing city.
March 18, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Real Estate
ICON debuts 3D-printed home plans in Mueller
The 3D-printing construction company plans to break ground on 12 homes in the east Austin neighborhood this year.
March 4, 2025
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Laura Figi
A rendering of the new Austin Convention Center showcases a spacious outdoor walkway with people walking, socializing, and engaging with a food truck. A large, colorful canopy with intricate patterns and abstract designs stretches overhead. The surrounding area features lush greenery, modern architecture with glass and stone elements, and a backdrop of high-rise buildings under a bright sky.
City
Take a first look at the new Austin Convention Center
Peek into the future of the $1.6 billion project, which is slated to begin just after SXSW, and transform the future of Downtown Austin.
February 25, 2025
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Laura Figi
Rendering of an airport terminal expansion at dusk, with multiple American Airlines planes parked at gates and a United Airlines plane taxiing in the background. The modern terminal building has large glass windows, an elevated walkway, and a well-lit interior. The city skyline is visible in the distance under a twilight sky, with airport ground vehicles and workers scattered across the tarmac.
City
Breaking down Austin-Bergstrom International Airport’s expansion
Here’s what AUS officials had to say about the airport expansion’s key projects, timeline, sustainability efforts, and impact on travelers.
January 30, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A stylish lounge area in a modern interior space. The room features a curved burnt orange sectional sofa adorned with purple and dark blue accent pillows, placed on a patterned rug. A small round table with a flower arrangement and two wooden stools complete the setup. A vibrant piece of art depicting an abstract burst of light hangs on the textured wall behind the sofa. To the right, a staircase with dark wood steps leads to an upper level, and the space is warmly lit with recessed lighting.
Travel and Outdoors
Inside W Austin’s multi-million dollar renovations
The 2nd Street District hotel boasts redesigned rooms, a new restaurant, a coffee shop, and a reservation-only cocktail bar.
January 24, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A modern, open-concept living room with curved 3D-printed walls, large floor-to-ceiling glass windows, and polished concrete floors. The space features neutral-toned furniture, including beige sofas, rounded chairs, and minimalist side tables. Potted plants, books, and vases are arranged as decor, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. A ceiling fan and recessed lighting complete the look.
Real Estate
Hot home: inside ICON’s 3D-printed neighborhood in Wimberley
The neighborhood’s model home is now open for prospects to get a taste of ICON’s most luxurious and largest abodes to date.
January 17, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Travel and Outdoors
Land acquisition will double the size of Enchanted Rock
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department purchased a parcel of land adjacent to the park famous for its massive pink granite dome.
January 13, 2025
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Laura Figi
A rendering of a modern community hub featuring a light rail station adjacent to an H-E-B grocery store. The scene includes a paved plaza with people of various ages and backgrounds engaging in activities such as walking, cycling, and sitting at outdoor tables. A sleek light rail train is visible in the background, along with parked cars and lush greenery that frames the area. The architecture of the H-E-B store combines contemporary design with natural materials, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Trees provide shade, contributing to the vibrant, pedestrian-friendly environment.
City
Peek inside the future of light rail in Austin
Austin’s first light rail project is slated to open in 2033, featuring a bridge over Lady Bird Lake and planned connections to the airport.
January 13, 2025
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Laura Figi
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October 29, 2025
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