Designer Tracy discusses the TCU Purple Bike Program, bus-stop benches and the advantages of using a very dense Brazilian wood called "Ipe".  She also answers an e-mail from Ken in Fort Worth regarding an addition to a house.

Designer Tracy discusses loft-space living.  She discusses how important it is to keep clear of "design trends" and answers a listener's e-mail concerning converting a dining room into a pantry.

Designer Tracy discusses strategies for slowing automobile traffic in neighborhoods, how to make a living space on the west side of the house and mailbox placement and design.

Designer Tracy discusses saloon or tavern design after a trip to Bluff Dale, Texas.  She and Joe also described the typical Texas county seat design exemplified by Granbury, Texas.  They especially enjoyed the covered sidewalks in Granbury.  The tavern in Bluff Dale is called Greenwood Saloon at www.greenwoodbd.com.  The restuarant in Bluff Dale is Let's Eat.  Tracy and Joe listened to the wonderful music of Silver Shoes at Greenwood.  The musician's web address is www.silvershoesmusic.com.

Designer Tracy discusses color contrast  - sometimes subtle is better than high contrast.  Listerner e-mails were addressed regarding casing trim and having a newly designed house that does not mimic the neighbors.