Westlake Drive House by James D. LaRue Architects
James D. LaRue Architects have sent us the Westlake Drive house in Austin, Texas.
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Description from the architects:
Located on the 12th fairway of a west Austin golf course, this sleek house sits snug into the steep hillside showing off an impressive, hill country contemporary physique to the commuters above and golfers below. Its one-story street profile camouflages its size and complexity while the low-pitched roofs and clean horizontal lines cause the structure to seamlessly blend into the surrounding environment. The overall design of this 4,722 square foot home consists of three separate building structures, each housing different functions but all flawlessly connected by bridges, breezeways and ‘streets’. A cantilevered steel entry bridge hovers over an impressive, cave stone covered retaining wall creating a sunken garden below with a cool continuous breeze. An abundance of windows, a glass enclosed bridge to the Master Suite and a glass lined stairwell allow for golf course views from nearly every room while erasing the separation of indoors and outdoors. Stone walls that continue from the exterior to interior, lend in drawing nature inside. Complete with a pool, outdoor kitchen, fireplaces and several seating areas, the outdoor living space blends naturally with the surrounding environment creating a modern but warm appearance. Despite the challenging terrain, this sophisticated, Texas contemporary home merges with ease into the hillside presenting a sophisticated look to the passing golfers while enjoying a coveted view of the golf course.
Visit the website of James D. LaRue Architects – here.
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jimw on 18 Aug 2011 at 5:30 am #
“Sleek”???
Exuberant yes, but not sleek.
Justin on 18 Aug 2011 at 7:19 am #
Interesting. I like the overall look from the outside, but it seems the rooms are broken up into very small spaces which I don’t like on the inside.
Great on 18 Aug 2011 at 8:34 am #
If anything, it’s the hardwood floors…
marshen on 18 Aug 2011 at 12:25 pm #
Looks very “Sunset Magazine.”
Ramz on 18 Aug 2011 at 9:22 pm #
Love this house! One of my most favs in Austin!
Dennis on 19 Aug 2011 at 12:23 am #
would like to see a floor plan!
Christian on 19 Aug 2011 at 4:02 am #
Is that a house or a little village? It’s interesting…
Lee on 19 Aug 2011 at 4:56 am #
Design is great…their decor could use some help. It does not lend to the design of the home.
Sandra Simmons on 19 Aug 2011 at 5:06 am #
It looks much larger than 4722.
greta on 19 Aug 2011 at 5:08 am #
I actually find the flow of the rooms to make the space more intimate. It is true talent to achieve comfort and make a house feel warm and like a home.
Connie on 19 Aug 2011 at 6:38 am #
I am surprised the kitchen is so small compared to the size of the home!
Serena on 19 Aug 2011 at 5:41 pm #
Fabulous.
Peter van der Veer on 21 Aug 2011 at 4:32 pm #
This project is not design at all, it’s just building for the ordinary comfort zone of the masses.
Wayne on 22 Aug 2011 at 3:30 am #
I don’t see much design to this house either. No distinct style to ground the house, hence in 15-20 years it will feel dated. It’s a collection of trendy elements/materials that won’t stand the test of time.