At The Perch, a 660-square-foot flexible studio space is shaped to fit above the existing bungalow roofline and within the City of Austin’s building parameters. The owners had a clear goal in mind: to preserve their backyard and avoid the need to relocate during construction, all while ensuring the mature landscape remained undisturbed. Thus, The … Continued
Homeowner Joey Neugart and architect Sarah Bullock McIntyre met in college 20 years ago and remained friends. Neugart and his family were eager to return to Austin following a decade in the Bay Area. With Bullock’s help, they purchased a pier-and-beam cottage, sight unseen, in family friendly, centrally located Rosedale. While the remodeling plans initially … Continued
Nestled on a serene hillside with stunning hill country views, the Ledgeway Modern project exemplifies contemporary architecture blending harmoniously with nature. Its open-plan living space is artfully designed to maximize natural light and create an inviting, spacious, and intimate atmosphere. A careful selection of warm earthy tones in wood and stone materials create an elegant … Continued
In the heart of Austin’s Zilker neighborhood, a deep narrow site culminates in a 35’ drop into a wide urban stream, setting the stage for the Kinney Residence. The residence consists of a guest apartment over a covered carport, a welcoming forecourt space, and the main residence itself which overlooks the wildness of the stream … Continued
Hood House, located in West Lake Hills, is an intriguing renovation and addition project. The existing mid-century home has been carefully renovated, seamlessly integrating a two-story addition that features a primary suite and a second living space. Working in harmony, the new addition and original house frame the charming backyard, creating an intimate oasis around … Continued
A blast from the past, the Foothill Terrace residence incorporates renowned architect Roland Roessner’s design legacy. Two decades ago, Furman + Keil was asked to design a new house on the site where Roessner’s two previous models once stood. Though lacking a stable foundation, the 1960s houses served as a profound inspiration for Furman + … Continued
A young family commissioned a rural residential compound and artist retreat on a steeply sloping 10-acre property in West Austin. Inspired by the shapes and curled edges of falling oak leaves, Bercy Chen Studio incorporated this imagery as a design motif for a series of sheltering pavilion roofs. The Falling Leaves property is an untouched … Continued
Descendant House is designed to accommodate multiple generations and foster harmonious coexistence within a single structure. The Descendant House encompasses three distinct family units, for grandparents, parents, and children. The design ensures that while each unit enjoys their individual space, they remain interconnected through shared cooking and gathering areas that serve as the heart of … Continued
As part of a multi-year research and design process, the homeowner, in collaboration with Moontower, commissioned and built a studio for his family to explore what happens if the climate is put first when designing a home. The result: a two-bed, two-bath home built entirely from plant-based materials, resulting in zero carbon emissions. The … Continued
Project Type: Renovation/Addition Square Footage: 3,800 sf Project Team: Robert Steinbomer, AIA; Jed E. Duhon, AIA; Jennifer Vrazel, AIA