Nestled in the Barton Hills neighborhood, this stunning home has a unique design while still maintaining its roots in the Mid-Century modern aesthetic that is prevalent in this vibrant neighborhood. The driving force for this home was its relationship to the site context and how well it tied into the existing community fabric.

While the home has a presence on the street, it took into consideration the neighboring properties by cantilevering the foundation to give the home a quality of lightness. The U-shaped floorplan ensured the stunning heritage Live Oak tree in the center of the property was the focal point.

The tree, first glimpsed as one approaches the entry from the side window, is on full display upon entering the home. Each room throughout is organized with views to the tree and its canopy.

The homes roof tapers upward to allow light to filter through clerestory windows into the living room and kitchen spaces while providing privacy from the adjacent properties. Natural light fills this home in every room, yet there are very few glimpses of the neighbors, creating a feeling of a private oasis.

Privacy was paramount when designing the exterior angled screen on the large front window. The angles were carefully studied to provide the most amount of privacy from cars driving up the street, while still allowing light to filter into the living room creating an active play of light and shadow throughout the room.

The use of lasting materials, such as Austin Limestone on both the interior and exterior gives this home a truly timeless aesthetic. Designed and constructed by the family-oriented Architect and Developer, helped this home not only look beautiful, but also reflect how people truly live and utilize space.

Austin, Texas

Completed: Winter, 2021

Photos by Jake Holt