From authentic Italian food to luxury lifestyle boutiques, several new businesses have opened in Lakeway, Bee Cave and the Westlake area since March.
1. Austin interior design and construction firm The Pankonien Group opened a showroom and retail space called Bleu in Westlake in April. Located in Davenport Village at 3801 N. Capital of Texas Hwy., Ste. C-160, Austin, the new location sells high-end new and vintage home accessories, gifts and more, handpicked by lead designer Laura Pankonien. 512-400-4194. www.bleubytpg.com
2. Luxury lifestyle boutique The Emporium opened at the Hill Country Galleria in May. Alongside home goods, apparel and accessories, the shop also carries multiple luxury brands such as Citizens for Humanity, Electric and Bella, and others. The Emporium additionally offers interior design services. The shop is at 12912 Hill Country Blvd., Ste. F-130, Bee Cave, and owned by Ashley Ferguson and her brother Bradley Bates. 512-394-6222. www.theemporiumatx.com
3. Flip Flop Shops held a grand opening ceremony for its new Lakeway location May 15. Located at 1310 S. RM 620, Ste. C7, Lakeway, the locally owned shop offers popular beach lifestyle footwear brands, such as Hey Dude, Oofos, Crocs and more, along with other items, such as shirts, caps and sunscreen. The shop held a soft opening April 1. 737-203-9092. www.flipflopshops.com














