The envy of all the neighbors is the home that is livable as well as a delight to the eye. To be livable a home not only should be conveniently arranged, but it must never be a worry to its owners. Folks who own concrete homes similar to the Austin house enjoy living in them because concrete construction protects them from fire and storm; concrete floors and walls won't need expensive repairs, and properly-built concrete reduces the problem of ill-fitting joints, gaping baseboards and crannies where dirt can hide to make cleaning a hard job.