southwestern heritage, reimagined
CASA ZIA:
Location: Johnson City, Texas
Size: 12,792 sq. ft. (TOTAL COVERED AREA)
Scope: Residential Full-Service Build
Style: Pueblo Revivalbringing a vision to life
How do you honor the spirit of the Southwest without creating a themed home? That became the guiding question behind Casa Zia. Inspired by the homeowners' roots in Santa Fe and El Paso, every decision was grounded in authenticity—from the Pueblo-inspired architecture and handcrafted materials to the collected furnishings sourced across Texas and New Mexico. The result is a home that feels timeless and deeply personal, blending the warmth of traditional adobe design with the rugged beauty of the Texas Hill Country.
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Honor the homeowners' heritage through authentic, collected design.
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Making every detail feel handcrafted and collected.
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Layered materials, heirloom-quality furnishings, and a distinctly Southwestern point of view.
The Process
HANDCRAFTED CHARACTER
Every material was selected to celebrate the artistry of the American Southwest. Hand-troweled stucco, exposed vigas, clay tile roofing, knotty wood, artisan tile, and aged iron details work together to create a home that feels timeless, textured, and deeply rooted in place.
COLLECTED OVER TIME
Rather than furnishing the home all at once, the interiors were thoughtfully assembled over six months through sourcing trips from Round Top, Taos, and Santa Fe. Vintage finds, custom pieces, reclaimed furniture, and handcrafted textiles create a layered home that feels inherited rather than installed.
SOUTHWESTERN CRAFTSMANSHIP
Every room celebrates authentic regional craftsmanship—from custom cabinetry and adobe-inspired plaster detailing to hand-painted tile, woven textures, leather accents, and reclaimed wood. The result is a home that honors tradition while feeling refined and current.
LIVING WITH INTENTION
Designed for gathering as much as everyday living, each space balances beauty with function. Open sightlines, generous gathering areas, and quiet moments of retreat allow the home to evolve effortlessly from entertaining family and friends to peaceful mornings overlooking the Hill Country.
ROOTED IN PLACE
Casa Zia is more than a Southwestern home—it is a reflection of the homeowners' story. Inspired by Santa Fe and El Paso yet grounded in the Texas Hill Country, every architectural detail and collected furnishing creates a home that feels authentic, personal, and enduring.
NOW, A SOUTHWESTERN LEGACY
Over two years in the making, Casa Zia is a celebration of craftsmanship, heritage, and home. Blending Pueblo-inspired architecture with collected interiors sourced across Texas and New Mexico, the finished residence feels as though it has evolved naturally over generations.
A STORY WORTH TELLING
Every DKD project begins with understanding how a home should feel before determining how it should look. We immerse ourselves in our clients' lifestyle, history, and aspirations, allowing those insights to shape every design decision—from architectural details to the final styling layer. It's a collaborative process rooted in trust, resulting in homes that are as personal as they are timeless.
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