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Laura sits down with Karen Zabarsky Blashek, Editor in Chief of Austin Home and founder of Ground Up. From her beginnings in New York architecture studios to shaping major real estate developments and leading Austin Home which is Austin’s preeminent design publication, Karen shares her multidisciplinary journey and the creative thread that connects it all.

She shares the power of building community, navigating big life transitions, embracing motherhood, and raising the standard for design storytelling in Austin. Karen also gives a behind-the-scenes look at the Austin Home Awards and what readers can expect from the years ahead as the city continues to evolve.

Topics Discussed

How Karen’s background in architecture, art history, and creative direction prepared her for her role at Austin Home
Building Ground Up and learning the power of community-driven storytelling
The path to Editor in Chief of Austin Home and redefining what local design media can be
How slow journalism, deeper reporting, and community engagement are shaping the magazine’s future
Karen’s mindset shift stepping into motherhood, balancing two roles, and redefining what modern motherhood looks like
Her approach to connection, authenticity, and building real community rather than traditional networking
What is ahead for Austin Home, including the 2026 editorial calendar and expanded city-focused coverage

Resources and Links

Austin Home Magazine: austinhomemag.com
Follow Karen on Instagram: @kzblashek
Ground Up: https://www.groundupideas.com/about

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