Rick and Cindy Black Architects

Pascal House, Austin / Rick and Cindy Black Architects

Pascal House stands in front of breathtaking preserve lands near the Colorado River. However, when the homeowners first saw this traditional property in 2020, they quickly noticed several challenges. A bulky circular stair blocked the main entry, and the family room’s narrow openings failed to highlight the river views.

Garner Estate / Rick and Cindy Black Architects

Garner Estate, Austin / Rick and Cindy Black Architects

December 22, 2024 / Contemporary Houses, Leonid Furmansky Photography

Located on a spacious corner lot in Austin’s Zilker neighborhood, Garner Estate began with two key elements: a majestic live oak tree and a 1940 stone cottage. Rick and Cindy Black Architects drew on Texas vernacular influences to shape the new main house. Gabled roofs, arches, and inviting porches create a friendly, classic look that fits easily into the existing streetscape.