Dick Clark + Associates have designed this spectacular modern dream home nestled on a sprawling 4-acre property in the foothills of the Hill Country in Austin, Texas. The owner desired for their dwelling to be immersed with nature instead of being up on the hill where views would be maximized.
The result is a beautiful interplay between landscape and structure, where each one is grabbing the attention of the other around every corner. Step inside this bright and airy home through steel frame glass doors where contemporary artwork and stylish furnishings welcome you.
DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT Dick Clark + Associates BUILDER The SCC Group, Inc. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Pharis Design
What a beautiful entry so warm with the wood and those floor-to-ceiling windows and doors.
To enhance privacy and maximize the beautiful natural surroundings, the architects nestled the structure deep into the site. They collaborated integrally with the landscape architect to achieve the perfect balance between the environmental setting and positioning.
Above: In the living room, the fireplace is the central focal point with a limestone hearth. The fireplace surround is a Venetian plaster by Sloan Montgomery Plaster. The sofas and ottoman are by Vanguard Furniture, sourced from Decorum Home & Design. Infusing warmth into this space are the lime-washed trusses.
Above: The dining room furnishings were sourced from Decorum Home & Design. Suspended from above is the 8-Globe Branching Bubble chandelier by Lindsey Adelman.
Above: The custom kitchen cabinets are a white-oak wood and the countertops and backsplash are Venus quartzite. The sink on the island features a Dornbracht faucet from Ferguson. The counter stools are from Vanguard Furniture.
Above: The kitchen backsplash features a hidden compartment for storing cooking spices. The range hood makes a bold statement in this space.
What We Love: This modern dream home in Texas strikes the perfect balance of urban amenities and the tranquility of nature. The low-profile home offers an abundance of privacy from the street thanks to the way it was orientated on the site and the surrounding large oak trees. We are loving all of the attention to detail throughout this home, from the material selections to the finishes and furnishings and the wonderful indoor-outdoor connection.
Tell Us: What design features do you find most appealing in this dwelling and what would you change if this were your own home? Let us know in the Comments below!
Note: Be sure to check out a couple of other fantastic home tours that we have showcased here on One Kindesign in the state of Texas: Step inside a modern home for relaxed family living in Dallas, Texas and A sustainable home with perfectly framed views of the Texas Hill Country.
For the architects, this was a wonderfully challenging project. It utilizes all aspects of the design process. maximizing the entire property in the best possible way: functionally, effectively, and naturally.
Durable materials can be found throughout this home, including Lueders limestone and integral-color stucco walls that are burnished to a smooth finish to resemble plaster.
Above: In the bedroom, the custom bed frame is fabricated out of white-oak wood. The bedding is called ‘Bella Notte’ from Wildflower Organics. The wall sconces are by Apparatus Studio. The Giclée prints are by Elena Carlie and are sourced from Decorum Home & Design.
Above: The bathroom features an exquisite Victoria & Albert tub from Ferguson Kitchen & Bath with a Newport Brass Keaton faucet. Connecting to the bathroom for an indoor-outdoor bathing experience is a private screened porch. The Kantan Brass Suncloth Rockers are by Brown Jordan.
Above: A cozy home theater is perfect for family movie nights for the owners and their two daughters.
Above: This outdoor dining space was created to be an extension of the indoors. Above the Frenxh antique dining table with Restoration Hardware chairs are a pair of Fora Outdoor Pendant Lights by Bover.
Above: The custom pool and spa offer an oasis surrounded by nature, built by Scallon Custom Pools. The limestone pool deck provides a timeless aesthetic. From the main bedroom, Reynaers sliding doors from Grand Openings pocket into the walls and create a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. The roof of this dwelling is by Straight Solutions.
The plan orientation of this home is unorthodox. At the rear of this dwelling, rooms are configured around the swimming pool and courtyard terrace, which is oriented towards the access road. The main entry into this home is located towards the rear of the property.
PHOTOGRAPHER Dror Baldinger Photographer
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