Naranjal

Naranjal is the name given to the residence, nearing completion in Hyde Park, by its original architect. Originally designed in 1983 by W. Eugene George, FAIA and constructed by Professor George and his architectural engineering students, the project has had a continuously renewed and active building permit until the Certificate of Occupancy was issued in October 2006. The completion project has been a collaboration between the new owner, William C. Barbee, AIA and George. The finish coat of historic stucco is currently being applied. Lime plaster has no Portland cement in the mix. It breathes and will not support mold. It also has the quality of healing small temperature cracks that develop as the surface is hydrated and dries.

The project was included in the October issue of Tribeza. It also was on the Hyde Park Homes Tour in 2006. The project received the 1992 Austin Chronicle "Best Work In Progress" Award.