At Sentell Home Solutions, our focus is on the restoration of classic Austin homes and the preservation of neighborhood character and its residents. At the same time we recognize the progress of Austin and embrace the challenge of density and affordable housing, and think that all these concepts can be achieved harmoniously. We keep classic original craftsmanship as part of our design and highlight the beautiful trees in your yard instead of tearing them down. Great views are always incorporated.
COLLABORATE with us on design options for unique build projects - whether as a land stakeholder, investor, or a trade partner. Increase the value of your property.. for your own enjoyment or before selling. Or make your property a revenue generator that allows you to stay in YOUR neighborhood…. by adding a rental unit or by selling off a part of your lot.
Besides whole-house renovations and builds, our specialties include:
low cost design and plans
city permitting - efficiently and affordably navigating the city of Austin process
pier & beam foundation leveling
driveways, utilities in street, and other Right of Way and concrete work
fun and spacious Showers - including attached outdoor showers. full bath design and remodels.
rooftop decks and other tools to maximize your views
attic build-outs - get extra square footage out of your house and lot
PREVIOUS PROJECTS
2016 PEOPLES ST
5 Bedroom/4 Bath
This is a 1939 home with an incredibly unique open vaulted ceiling with cedar plank. 3 decks including a 360 degree rooftop deck. 10’ ceilings throughout, with an extra large master suite. Cedar fenced yards, plus sized garage, and a basement apartment.
Garden Square
7 houses from the 1920s fully restored to original material with master bath additions. Eastside neighborhood association award recipient for preservation.
901 spence st.
4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath
A true restoration with original shiplap, trim, flooring, and siding. This 1919 home was formerly a centerpiece on East Avenue before I35 was built. Now it has a 2nd floor addition and views of the Austin downtown.
1101 Upland Dr - A&B
Front house: 6/4 3100 Sf Back house: 3/2 1100 Sf
Front house renovation of 1949 house plus 2nd floor “attic” addition. Decks with downtown views. Back house new build with 3 viewing decks including a 360 degree view rooftop deck.
901 Spence B
Alley facing “granny flat” - this 2 bedroom 2 bath has several spacious outdoor living areas including a large rooftop deck with full view of downtown Austin.
1407 Newton →
Just 2 blocks from Guerro's on South Congress, this house was in bad enough shape that nobody else wanted a piece of it. Now it's a beautiful rental house with charm to spare, keeping its 1940s aesthetic and all original flooring, trim, and layout.
909 W Annie →
This beauty was going to get demolished in 2009 before we acquired it and exposed all the original 1920s longleaf pine floors and shiplap walls and ceilings.
