Welcome to the Taylor Residence, an Art Deco Revival Home in Austin Texas. Built in 1922, the home was converted to a Colonial Style home in the early 1950’s, hiding it’s true origins behind massive columns. When the current home owner got her hands on it a few years ago, she was determined to return it to it’s Art Deco roots. Inspired by a vintage photo of the home prior to its Colonial conversion that had lasted 60 years, she embarked upon a three year journey to restore the home to it’s original grandeur. To celebrate the completion of the massive project, Mrs. Taylor threw a 1920’s themed bash complete with cigarette girls, a dapper gent rolling cigars, a 20’s band, and over 100 guests decked out in their favorite 20’s attire.
I was thrilled to be invited to the house warming party, and the rechristening of this home as an Art Deco gem in one of Austin’s chicest neighborhoods. From the minute you pull up to the home, you can see that it’s something very special. The attention to detail is remarkable, from the deco inspired railing to the authentic looking casement windows. Inside you’ll find curved ceilings, stunning wall papers, period light fixtures, the most elegant kitchen back splash you’ve ever seen, white marble, white marble, and more white marble. There’s also a hidden wall panel to the right of the fireplace that leads down a spiral staircase to a fully stocked speakeasy.
Did you happen to notice that gorgeous piano… of course you did. You can thank Karl Lagerfeld for this Mondrian inspired work of art. It’s known as The S.L.E.D and was created to commemorate the 150th Anniversary of Steinway & Sons. Yes, this rare Limited Edition Piano is signed and highly sought after. The melodic looking painting behind the piano is by celebrated Austin artist Cecil Touchon.
I can’t thank Mrs. Taylor enough for hosting such a Grand and Elegant Affair, it was one of those magical evenings that you never want to end. The food, the music, the company, the residence… it just doesn’t get any better.
