This 550sf apartment with 320sf footprint was shaped by impervious cover restraints, a tree, and an angled easement. The second floor leans away from the first to improve sight lines between floors and to fit the stair to code. Angled walls integrate a covered porch and outdoor shower.
Designed by Alterstudio Architecture, built by Wilmington-Gordon with landscape design by Mark Word, Valburn Residence is truly an exceptional example of contemporary architecture that celebrates the natural beauty of its surroundings. Perched on a hilltop in Austin, Texas, the home offers sweeping Hill Country views that include the Pennybacker Bridge.
Valburn West House is a contemporary residence designed by Alterstudio Architecture, located in Austin, Texas. Minimal impervious cover allowances and the possibility of astonishing views from the second level led to designing the primary living rooms upstairs.
The Shah Residence is a substantial renovation and expansion of a 1927 bungalow in Travis Heights, Austin, Texas. The existing, 1000 sf building was rescued from dilapidation and delineated abstractly in stark white, and paired with a new, 1100 sf sculptural volume clad black-stained cypress, connected via a glass entry bridge.
This Spicewood ranch is located outside of Austin, in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. This ranch is the result of a three year collaborative effort between Mark Ashby Design, architects Furman + Keil, and builder Classic Constructors.
The Lake Austin House, designed by Aamodt Plumb Architects, serves as a family haven on the banks of Lake Austin. Just twenty minutes from downtown, this home is more than a residence; it’s the heart of family life, a place for gathering, and a gateway to experiencing Austin’s vibrant culture and natural beauty.
Located in Austin, Texas, the Bunny Run Residence is a stunning two-story home that takes full advantage of its picturesque surroundings. The house is strategically positioned to highlight the unexpected greenbelt and the lovely views at the back of the property. This thoughtful orientation ensures that residents can enjoy the beauty of nature every day.
Texas Farmhouse is a family home designed by Shiflet Group Architects in West Austin, Texas. The Shiflet Group Architects is a small firm of passionate architects that specialize in high end residential designs.
