1805 Salina Street
Austin, Texas 78702

To be completed in the Spring of 2007, 1805 Salina is an architect-designed contemporary home in a prime, downtown location. The designs’ attention to the quality of light and space are evident throughout the home. The home’s green features promote a healthy, comfortable environment, and create lower utility bills. The home’s interior finish includes granite countertops, travertine tile, stainless appliances, 9’ ceilings throughout, and solid bamboo flooring.

The property features a 2427 square foot home (2161 sf HVAC) with 3 large bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, an enclosed outdoor courtyard, a 2nd floor balcony, an attached 2 car garage, and a 3rd floor study and covered porch with an exceptional city view.

The home is located within walking distance of The University of Texas, located in a newly revitalized neighborhood in East Austin. Also within walking distance are excellent restaurants, coffee shops and UT sporting events. Town Lake and downtown are easily accessible.

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Site Description and Location

This “close-in” property is located on a large lot less than one-half mile east of the University of Texas at Austin campus. The three-story, 2161 square foot home also features an attached two-car garage with alley access and a large private courtyard.

This east-Austin neighborhood has seen a dramatic revitalization in the past two years. The house is within a few blocks to great east-side restaurants, coffee shops and several neighborhood parks. UT Austin, Downtown, the Texas Capitol and Town Lake are all within easy reach.

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Home Features

Contemporary styling of this home creates a modern feel with clean lines and a luxury finish. The house floor plan combines interior and exterior living spaces to accommodate a range of lifestyles.

• 2161 sq. ft. floor plan plus 270 sq. ft. of covered porches
• Spacious living room that opens onto a large (480 sf) private outdoor courtyard
• Open gourmet kitchen and large dining area
• 3 bedrooms and 2½ baths, including a large airy master suite
• Ample closet and storage space including full, shelved pantry in kitchen.
• Unique third floor office/library/loft with spiral stair, city views and large covered porch
• Nine foot ceilings throughout

Luxury amenities create a comfortable and highly functional environment

• Etched and stained concrete, solid bamboo, and travertine tile flooring
• Generous placement of energy-efficient low-E double-pane windows throughout
• Large, airy master suite with soaking tub, shower, and walk-in closet
• Solid granite countertops in kitchen and baths
• Custom-built hardwood maple cabinetry in the kitchen and baths
• Stainless steel appliances in the kitchen
• Convenient soundproofed utility/laundry room adjacent to the kitchen

Green Elements:

Why choose green? Better health. Greater comfort. Lower utility bills. Less maintenance. And, lasting value!

• High efficiency, 14SEER HVAC system
• HVAC ductwork within thermal envelope (inside conditioned space)
• Home design allows for 620sf per ton of cooling – reduces HVAC costs and mold
• 4” Pleated media filter in HVAC system – reduces interior allergens
• Ceiling fans throughout
• Fluorescent and compact fluorescent light fixtures
• Energy Star dishwasher
• Double pane, low E windows (SHGC of 0.40 or lower)
• 24” roof overhangs
• Continuous ridge and soffit vents
• Metal roofing
• All exterior lighting is motion detected
• Bath vent fans on timers
• Low VOC paints and finishes used throughout
• No carpet or soft vinyl flooring – healthy home concern
• No solid lumber 2x10’s or larger used in floor or roof framing
• Structural floor is finished floor for 50% of floor area.
• Durable/renewable bamboo flooring used on 2^nd and 3^rd floors
• Durable tile in bath rooms and 3^rd floor porch
• All jobsite materials sorted/recycled when possible: cardboard, metal, glass
• Public transit within 1 block
• Parks within 4 blocks
• Shopping/restaurant areas within easy walking distance.
• Street electricity, water, and wastewater have been in place for at least 20 years.
• Texas Rib Gavalume Metal Roofing
• All exterior lighting is motion detected and has 2 light levels
• All jobsite materials sorted/recycled: cardboard, metal, glass
• Parks within 3 blocks

Designers and Builders

• Dianne Kett, Architect - DK Studio
• Blue Heron Builders, LP - GC, Member - Austin GreenBuilder Program
• Waterwood, LLC - custom hardwood cabinetry
• Alpha Granite, Inc - granite and travertine countertops
• Steve-O’s Tile – tile flooring, walls, surrounds
• Absolute Concrete – concrete etching and staining, concrete stair treads
• New Results of Austin – HVAC
• Juan Sanchez – interior/exterior paint and trim

Site Text and photos Copyright © 2007 Blue Heron Builders, LP TRCC #19865

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