Iranian-American designer and technologist Melodie Yashar spends her days thinking intently about the future of living in space.

Austin

"The Austin Film Society is somewhere that I became a member of soon as I came to Austin. Their programming is so good. It rivals some of the theatres in New York and LA."

Austin Film Society Cinema

"La Barbecue — it’s the kind of place where if you don’t get there by a certain hour, you’re out of luck because they’re sold out for the day."

La Barbecue

"It’s just a fantastic French brasserie with a beautiful bar and an outdoor area. You really feel like you're part of something, like you're part of an institution when you go there."

Justine's

"Lady Bird Lake is well-known for paddle-boarding and canoeing and it’s such a unique experience to be outdoors and yet have the city skyline in front of you. You can be paddle-boarding on the lake and then have the city at your fingertips."

Lady Bird Lake

"Mexican food is so great here. Nixta Taqueria is amazing. It’s a small spot, but they have incredible tacos."

Nixta Taqueria

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