Texas ByDESIGN™

Texas ByDESIGN™ explores the people, ideas, and architecture shaping the Lone Star State. Through the stories behind these buildings, the series reveals how thoughtful design enriches lives—and reflects the character of Texas.

Season 1

Welcome to the debut premiere of Texas ByDESIGN™! Starting November 9, 2026, TxA will provide exclusive first access to each new episode, ahead of the general broadcast. This partnership gives us the chance to show our members’ plethora of amazing work in a digestible form.

Episode 1

What makes a house feel like an art gallery—and a headquarters feel like a porch? Explore four Texas projects that use light, craft and landscape to transform daily life.

Travel across Texas to discover four remarkable responses to site, purpose and people. Begin at Octant House on Lake Travis, where Matt Fajkus Architecture reveals spectacular views through an artful sequence of spaces. At Texas A&M, SmithGroup designs a Southside Recreation Center where fitness meets community. Outside Blanco, Jobe Corral Architects reimagines ranch living at Tarry House. In Houston, Kevin Daly Architects and PRODUCTORA create a shade-filled, climate-conscious headquarters for Houston Endowment.

Featured Projects:

Octant House (Matt Fajkus Architecture)
Texas A&M University Southside Recreation Center (SmithGroup)
Tarry House (Jobe Corral Architects)
Houston Endowment Headquarters (Kevin Daly Architects + PRODUCTORA).