The Domain is closer to downtown than 12 miles in fact Ill pull up a map I saw recently that shows it maybe be closer than 10 miles. Not only that but the Domain is near 2 major freeways one is Loop One wich may not go into downtown but has easy accsess in getting into downtown. Second the new Commuter rail line will run through the area wich will be a direct connect to downtown. So much love for your capital city, think twice before you blurb some stupid comment about Austin, youd be suprised how many Austin people get on here. Though its your Opinion, its funny how I meet so many people who just moved to Austin from Houston and how much they like it here... Nuf said... Houston is a great city I love Houston alot it is my second favorite city in Texas behind Austin. I enjoy visiting Houston and I agree I think Austin needs an actual mall similar to the Gallaria because I honestly don't want to be walking around in 100 degree heat in the summertime. Austin has Barton Creek Square wich is a REAL mall but we need something alot bigger.