This contemporary European home is an oasis in picturesque Texas Hill Country

White stucco home exterior with tile roof at sunset

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Perched above the Hill Country in Texas, the contemporary European home was designed by Vanguard Studio, in collaboration with Blair Burton Interiors, as a true modern family haven. The home is situated in the Overlook Estates, which offers a picturesque setting characterized by gently rolling hills, mature trees, and sweeping views of the Hill Country.

It balances contemporary Austin architecture with warmth, texture, and a deep connection to the outdoors. An elegant nod to classic European character, paired with the clarity and light of modern design. The rooms of this home are enriched with warm wood, metal windows, and bright wall treatments. Rustic beams and timeless floors are balanced by open, airy spaces. This is a home that honors tradition while embracing contemporary comfort and connection.

DESIGN DETAILS

ARCHITECT Vanguard Studio
BUILDER Emerald Crest Development
INTERIOR DESIGN Blair Burton Interiors

European-Inspired Home Exterior

Front exterior at dusk with stone steps and arched entry

The designers approached the project with an emphasis on timeless materials, architectural clarity, and a restrained, layered aesthetic.

Front entry with arched steel door and stone steps

Traditional elements are thoughtfully reinterpreted through a contemporary lens—combining warm wood tones, natural stone, and classic detailing with clean lines and modern proportions. The result is a home that feels both grounded and forward-looking.

Herringbone wood floor entryway with brass drum pendant light

Living Room with Wood Paneled Fireplace

Living room with wood paneled fireplace wall and arched doorways

Above: In the living room, furnishings include a pair of velvet swivel chairs from The Shoppe by Blair Burton, CR Laine armchairs, and a Wesley Hall sofa. White oak wall paneling with custom molding adds warmth to the space. The wall sconces are from Visual Comfort & Co. The artwork above the fireplace is by Allison Stewart.

Living room seating area with boucle chairs and burl wood table

What We Love About This Home

There are so many notable details, from the exquisite marble countertops in the kitchen to the custom white oak paneling in the living room and kitchen, which give the home a cohesive warmth. We are especially loving the spa-like owner’s bath, with the freestanding tub placed to soak in the idyllic Hill Country views, a relaxing spot to enjoy after a long day. The exterior facade offers gorgeous curb appeal, and the swimming pool, with its serene vistas, is the perfect spot to cool off during the toasty summer months.

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Wood paneled fireplace wall with rust velvet swivel chairs

Open living area with brass chandelier and floor to ceiling windows

Kitchen island facing living room with brass lantern pendants

Kitchen island view toward living room with arched wood paneling

Kitchen with White Oak Cabinetry

Kitchen with wood beam ceiling and brass lantern pendant lights

Above: The kitchen features white oak cabinetry topped with Mykonos quartzite for the countertops and backsplash. A custom plaster hood and panel-ready Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances create a clean, seamless aesthetic. The counter stools at the island are from Lee Industries. The pendant lights are by Visual Comfort & Co.

Dual island kitchen with wood cabinetry and marble countertops

Kitchen island with brass lantern pendants and wood beam ceiling

Dining Room with Custom Millwork

Dining nook with green velvet chairs and wood beam ceiling

Above: The dining room features custom millwork with a dark walnut stain. The dining table is made of burnt alder from Taracea, while the chairs are by Made Goods. Suspended over the table is a branching chandelier from Visual Comfort & Co. Grounding this space is an area rug from Benson Carpets and Floors.

Dining table detail with brass chandelier and dark wood cabinetry

Home Bar with Marble Countertop

Wet bar with navy cabinetry and brass shelving for bottles

Above: For the home bar, the countertop material is Breccia Lunare marble. Underneath the open bar shelving, the sink faucet is by Newport Brass. The custom cabinets and alcove plaster are painted in Farrow & Ball Railings No. 31.

Wet bar with black cabinetry and brass shelving for glassware

Powder room with veined marble vanity and navy textured walls

Living room fireplace flanked by black framed windows

Living room with plaid pillows and steel framed window views

Study with Chinoiserie Wallpaper

Dog lounging on rust velvet sofa with blue wallpaper in the study

Above: In the study, the Indigo Garden wallpaper by Schumacher serves as a backdrop for the reading nook. The Alister sofa is from CR Laine. Wall sconces provide task lighting, sourced from Visual Comfort & Co. The millwork, walls, and trim are painted in Kendall Charcoal HC-166 | Benjamin Moore.

Reading nook in the study with tufted sofa and Chinoiserie mountain wallpaper

Powder room with oval mirror and stone tiled walls

Powder room with oval mirror and dark stone slab walls

Owner’s Bedroom with Wallpaper Accent Wall

Bedroom with tufted headboard, brass chandelier, and dog on rug

Above: In the owner’s bedroom, the accent wall behind the bed is wallpapered in Thibaut. The velvet bed was sourced from Essentials For Living. The nightstands are from Restoration Hardware, while the table lamps are by Visual Comfort & Co. The chandelier is by Arteriors Home.

Reading nook with built-in bookshelf and leather saddle stools

Owner’s Bathroom with Soaking Tub

Primary bathroom with dual wood vanities and arched window tub nook

Above: In the owner’s bathroom, the freestanding tub was centered to take in Hill Country views. Suspended from the ceiling is the Oly chandelier.

Primary bathroom with marble shower and wood vanity cabinetry

Above: The distressed silver-leaf mirrors over the vanities are from Mirror Home and are flanked by wall sconces from Visual Comfort & Co.

Freestanding tub beneath arched window and bubble glass chandelier

Soaking tub with built-in shelving and wood linen cabinet

Owner’s Bathroom Marble Shower

Marble walk-in shower with dual rainfall showerheads and bench

Above: For the shower, the walls are clad with Calacatta Amber marble, while the niche and bench are composed of White Rhino marble. The dual showerheads are by Kohler.

Boy’s Bedroom with Leather Bed Frame

Guest bedroom with leather bed frame and navy landscape art

Bedroom with leather bed frame, guitar, and navy landscape art

Daughter’s Bedroom with Floral Wallpaper

Girls bedroom with floral wallpaper and reeded nightstand

Above: In the daughter’s bedroom, the upholstered bed is from Arhaus, while the Cameo 20″ Fluted Whitewashed Wood Nightstand is from CB2, topped with a table lamp from Visual Comfort & Co. The Spring Blooms wallpaper is by Thibaut. Grounding this space is a wool area rug from Jaipur Living.