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ROOST Rainey is a Home Away from Home High Up in Austin’s Burgeoning Skyline

ByMyProperty Life

It’s hard to deny that Austin is booming. The once sleepy Texas state capital—known for its alternative music and art scene—has flourished into a major tech hub; challenging San Francisco’s hegemony. With that, the midsized city has seen innumerable skyscrapers rise in its downtown and the rehabilitated Rainey Street Historic District; flanking the edge of the Colorado River (Lady Bird Lake).

Modern Roost Rainey apartment living area with large windows, a small kitchen island, dining table, beige sofa, and wall art. Natural light fills the space, highlighting minimalist decor.

Modern kitchen with light wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a central island with three black stools, and a large window providing natural light—perfect for enjoying the Roost Rainey lifestyle.

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Modern open-plan apartment at Roost Rainey with a kitchen, dining area, and living room. Large window, indoor plants, neutral-toned furniture, and a balcony are visible.

One such locale is the all-in-one Paseo luxury residence tower, developed by LV Collective. Rising 48-storeys, the structure frames some of the best external city views and contains a comprehensive suite of internal amenities that could keep residents engaged all day and night. These include a deftly outfitted club-style co-working space; a 12th floor pool with adjacent bar/ Mediterranean restaurant; and a fitness program incorporating a cloud-high Yoga studio.

Modern bedroom with a wooden bed, neutral bedding, two nightstands with lamps, an armchair, and a potted plant showcases Roost Rainey style through floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a balcony with a city view.

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A modern Roost Rainey bedroom with a brown accent wall, double bed, two nightstands with lamps, a potted plant, and access to a balcony with two chairs and a small table.

Modern bedroom at Roost Rainey with green accent wall, large window, potted plant, bed with white linens, beige blanket, wall art, and wooden chair. Apartment building visible outside the window.

A modern interior at Roost Rainey features potted plants lined along a staircase railing, two framed paintings resting on the ledge, and more greenery and cozy seating visible in the background.

Paseo Chase

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Naturally, the guests of the 59-key ROOST Rainey apartment hotel, embedded within four strategically positioned floors, have full access to all of this as well. On offer are fully furnished studio to three-bedroom flexible stay accommodations. Each is equipped with a full-service kitchen, in-unit washer/dryer, and innovative real estate brand Method Co.’s in-house Bonavita coffee makers/ Capresso grinders. The experiential qualities of being at home and away for work or pleasure have entirely blurred. Of course, the adaptability of these distinctly designed abodes allows for its occupants to choose one or the other for however long they might need. Similar ROOST locations are found in Philadelphia, Detroit, Cleveland, Tampa, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.

A modern lounge at Roost Rainey features patterned armchairs, a striped rug, round tables, indoor plants, and large windows overlooking outdoor greenery. Contemporary lighting fixtures hang from the ceiling.

Modern lounge at Roost Rainey with a round wooden table, cushioned chairs, blue-tiled kitchenette featuring open shelving and plants, plus an adjacent dining area with leather chairs.

Coworking Space at Paseo – Chase Daniels

A modern café interior at Roost Rainey with rattan chairs, a green sofa, hanging plants, a tiled counter, and large windows filling the space with natural light.

Paseo Chase

“ROOST Rainey marks an exciting chapter in our continued national expansion, and we couldn’t imagine a better city for our first Texas property,” said Randall Cook, Co-Founder and CEO of Method Co. “Our goal with every ROOSTlocation is to create a beautifully designed, highly livable space that feels rooted in its surroundings. With Paseo and The Rainey Street Historic District as our backdrop, we’re excited to welcome travelers to a hotel experience that embodies the spirit and energy of Austin.”

Modern kitchen by Roost Rainey with wood cabinetry, green tile backsplash, central island with stools, dining table, indoor plant, and a cozy seating area with fireplace on the right.

Chef’s Kitchen at Paseo – Chase Daniels

A modern lounge at Roost Rainey features wooden tables, upholstered chairs, potted plants, and large windows. A textured wall hanging decorates the white wall while books and greenery adorn the tables.

Coworking Lounge at Paseo – Chase Daniels

Modern lounge area at Roost Rainey with green sofas, armchairs, indoor plants, large windows, contemporary lighting fixtures, and abstract wall art.

Paseo Chase

To successfully achieve this porous design-forward strategy, Cook and his team worked closely with sustainable interiors brand ZZ Driggs. The collaborators, also including LV Collective, imbued public areas with layered textures, organic materials, and warm tones subtly nodding to the history of the surrounding area. Custom artwork by Alex Bodishbaugh ties everything together.

A modern room from Roost Rainey features a textured wooden cabinet, potted palm, lamp, large abstract wall art piece, and a wooden door. Natural light enters through a nearby window.

A modern Roost Rainey gym interior with treadmills on the left, weight machines on the right, and various exercise equipment in the background.

A modern yoga studio at Roost Rainey with large windows, potted plants, neatly arranged yoga mats, blocks, and bolsters on a wooden floor, offering city building views outside.

Yoga Studio at Paseo – Chase Daniels

A modern Pilates studio at Roost Rainey with reformer machines, aerobic steps, wooden floors, large mirrors, potted plants, and natural light streaming through the windows.

Paseo Chase

The short-stay residences—no two alike—carry through that approach with handcrafted details, vintage rugs, and natural finishes echoing Austin’s architectural character and the neighborhood’s Mexican-American heritage. Other elements include handcrafted and colored tiles; Velvet and leather upholstery; white oak cabinetry, grey matte countertops; and statement pendant lamps. All of this was brought together in a tight curation; one that doesn’t overpower and instead, balances familiarity (a human touch) with pared back architectonic rigor.

Modern bar and dining area at Roost Rainey with blue cushioned stools, pendant lighting, wood accents, a stocked bar, and plants on shelves. The space is empty and warmly lit.

Paseo Chase

A rooftop terrace at Roost Rainey features checkered tile flooring, a circular wooden bench, planters with greenery, and glass railings overlooking the cityscape.

Entrance to Roost Rainey features wooden doors, a lit vertical

Amaya at Paseo – Chase Daniels

A tiled room with wood accents from Roost Rainey, featuring a raised tub on the left and a walk-in shower with blue tiles and sleek black fixtures on the right.

A wooden sauna room with tiered bench seating by Roost Rainey, featuring a bucket with a ladle on the bench and a heater filled with stones in the corner.

Outdoor pool area at Roost Rainey with lounge chairs, large black umbrellas, and the sun shining behind a tall pillar, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

Outdoor pool area at Roost Rainey, a modern apartment complex with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and seating areas, surrounded by tall buildings and lush greenery.

Level 12 Pool at Paseo – Chase Daniels

Rooftop pool area at Roost Rainey, featuring lounge chairs, planters, and city skyscrapers in the background at sunset.

Rooftop Pool and Hot Tub at Paseo – Chase Daniels

Modern outdoor pool area at Roost Rainey featuring submerged lounge chairs, stylish wooden deck seating, and tall glass buildings as the urban backdrop.

Level 12 Pool at Paseo – Chase Daniels

Modern Roost Rainey apartment balcony with a cozy seating area, lush potted plants, and stunning city high-rise buildings in the background.

What: ROOST Rainey
Where: Austin, Texas
How much: $215 per night
Design draws: A cohesively outfitted home-away-from-home apartment hotel embedded within one Austin’s latest luxury residence developments.
Book it: ROOST Rainey

Photography by Matthew Williams and Chase Daniel.

Adrian Madlener is a Brussels-born, New York-based writer specializing in collectible and sustainable design. With a particular focus on topics that exemplify the best in craft-led experimentation, he’s committed to supporting talents that push the envelope in various disciplines.

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