Wow!

I know that this home is on the ground, but it feels like they are living in a tree house, and at the same time, on a raft. LOVE everything about this home!

Seriously, wow. Hard to take it all in - so much thought and vision in every detail. I love seeing things I've never seen before. That tub with the Bocci light fixture made me smile so much. This is not a style that I usually gravitate toward, and yet I saved almost every picture.

This is absolutely my dream home. One of the best integration of outdoor and indoor living I have seen. What a joy it must be to wake up in the morning in this home.

I'm not a big fan of modern homes but this is spectacular! So many modern homes feel cold but not this one. Cudos to all that put this one together.

Amazingly beautiful!

I didn't think it was possible to become a BIGGER fan of Lake/Flato but it is! Wow!

OMG this is my dream house

I am speechless. The whole project was so well thought out - exterior to every interior detail. Beyond my wildest imaginations. Love it!

I usually hate moderm houses and style... But this hone is modern yet cozy, yet stylish and I think it's justsomething about the view and smart archtectyre. Amazing. I'm almost sad I dilike modern style for I will never own this house :)

This is one of the best houses I have seen Houzz!!

ditto what sabra900 said...plus, too many choices are paralyzing! It's GOOD to have limits within which to work. Love this place.

What I want to know is how do two people with normal sounding jobs afford to not only be able to live in SF, but also build a second spectacular home? Perhaps Houzz can give me some financial guidance since we are also two working professionals, but are just living what I call a regular life, an ordinary home and that's pretty much it. Are we doing something wrong?

Wow indeed. What a mix of industrial, edgy and pure fun

What is it with Texas? It must be something in the air. Many of my favourite places on Houzz are in Texas. This one is no exception. What a fun place! Nothing austere about it. It must be all of that great wood which warms it up and gives it such a human feel.

Kate - Amen.

What an amazing home on an amazing lot. The layout is awesome and every detail makes so much sense.

Absolutely gorgeous. I love everything about this house, so modern, bright, and airy. The outdoor feels of an extension of the indoors, and such a cool lab pool.

I know Lake Austin and it is beautiful and so is this house. It's perfect in its simplicity, originality and the way it blends in with nature. I'm totally envious and when I win the lottery I want a house just like this one! =)

I know it's been said before, but I have to say it again- wow!

I thought the same thing, Kate! Those job titles must have been overly modest.

Congradulations! Love everything about it! Iwould never want to leave.

Beautiful....contemporary and playful.

To all the people who question how the homeowners could afford this house: WHO CARES??!! It's none of our business. Houzz is about architecture and design, not about the means by which people can afford to build their dream house. This home is gorgeous, and we can find small details to inspire us in our own lives.

The light fixtures are out of this world........LOVE THIS HOUSE

Wonderful human scale. I echo the comments of people who said they would not normally like this type of style; but this has been done skillfully and sensitively. Having just built on an awkward building site ourselves, I also admire how they rose to the design challenges of this site. Well done all around.

By far, this is my FAVOURITE house I've ever seen on Houzz...so open and airy, functional yet stunning. Congrats to all involved bringing this vision to life.

Not usually a fan of modern. I like this a lot. All the exposed wood has helped win me over.

Beautiful details, but since when is 2800 sq ft restrained?

If one had all of the money in the world to create any possibility, this would be the home I would create and decorate! I, like the others above, am blown away. This will have my mind thinking for years. So much ingenuity involved in the details. It is clear that this is the dream home of a lifetime. The collaborators should be so proud. Than you for sharing this with us. I loved looking at every picture!!

Beautiful! I wonder how they keep all that glass clean!!

This is best article I've seen on Houzz to date. The abundance of photos and explanations, along with the layout, leave me feeling very satisfied that I've not missed a single detail of this magnificent home. Fabulous job! Thank you for sharing.

This house is "Modern-Industrial" perfection! I'm drooling. Thanks for sharing it with us!

Perfection all the way around! Cool ideas might just have to steal some :) if we ever build again! Great job.

oh and the glass cleaning?......hire someone!

This is what I have been dreaming of for my retirement. Very impressed and mildly jealous

ditto c-transit! financial mgmt sites are available.let's keep Houzz true to their purpose.

Extraordinary house - inside and out - no detail missed: landscaping, recreation/fitness (pool, yoga, boating), guest accommodations, home offices, garage/parking, storage, plenty of windows without compromising privacy ... open and airy. Truly a dream house ..... well done !!!

I've been a fan of Lake Flato Architects since their beautiful design of the Carver Academy in San Antonio, Texas (built in 2001 and now Idea Carver Academy). This lakeside home is visually inspirational - a harmonious masterpiece of home and its surrounding environment.

This is officially my dream home. The water, the simple lines, the lap pool. I want. Amazing job.

Visually gorgeous...just wondering about the energy efficiency...it gets really hot in Texas

Absolutely stunning; the details, thought process and design is fabulous! So many wonderful ideas gained...thanks for sharing!

I am speechless. I've never commented before; but, Wow is the least I can say. Perfection.

My wife and I have a home on the island of Phuket, in southern Thailand that we have been slowly improving/renovating. I've just been given some great ideas for our next few projects. Thanks for posting.

It's a lovely home, and perhaps Houzz might find some homeowners who take a more DIY approach to a second home like this - maybe who can do it as primary residence?

I am building a new home with an IPE floor in my screened in porch. My builder has had problems in the past with using oil based sealers in this floor. Do you know what product they used to seal their IPE flooring?

Beautiful home, but once again I am amazed how people can plan a retirement home that will not accommodate any mobility disability (either of their own or other friends/family). Making a home "visitable" means you can entertain your friends who may need to use wheelchairs or other mobility devices, and where you won't be forced to move or make expensive modification to your home at the same time you are coping with a new on-set disability. While the current owner is a tri-athlete, that can change in an instant. Most people live in denial of their risks for becoming disabled as they age...but the reality is over the age of 65, 1 in 3 has some form of disability.

Jaw-dropping gorgeous!

I see very little storage unless it's completely hidden. Not even in the bathroom.

I appreciate that the steel beams appear to be painted a deep chocolate brown. much more in keeping with the overall color scheme of the home.

the total look gives me a simple-modest impression but it's very detail and not only connect but also respect the nature.
i don't know, even without the lake, this house is already "complete".

A very nice house, but as a retirement home, they will regret not having it entirely wheelchair / handicapped accessible. We designed and now live in our retirement / dream lake house, and as we age, we find that our “no step” design has been a blessing.

Seriously wow! Who doesn't want a swimming moat, stuff of childhood dreams.

What a masterpiece retreat! I had to look through the photos several times to take in the stunning architectural details and those VIEWS...wow! My best to you as you enjoy your spectacular home.

Fabulous and interesting. Great choices of furnishings, good use of color to accent the house. Lovely!!

Nice

Congrats to the architects and designers! Awesome.

Incredible!!!

Incredibly gorgeous! Glad to see someone still loves wood! So tired of seeing renovations that removed or painted over all the wood and stone. And I love the idea of salvaging a tree that fell on the property!

Love the combining of the indoor and outdoor spaces!

I'm a writer. I only wish I had that breakfast alcove to write! This home is just beautiful!

This is a tremendously stunning home.
It is Art, everywhere you look.
The highest of praises to the design team, you hit this one out of the park! How could this not be the owners permanent home? If this were my weekend home, I don't think I could ever leave!

This is art. Simply amazing!

I have been on this site for several years and I have to say, this is my favorite so far. If I lived here, I would never want to leave. Perfect layout and being on the lake makes it absolutely perfect. Beautiful.

I agree entirely with ctransit--where their money comes from is of no importance to this site. I applaud them for being able to have such a beautiful home. It's no one's business how they did it. I hope they have a wonderful life there.

Stunning

Thank you for sharing and giving me ideas for my dream home (on a smaller scale). Love the light fixtures, serene bath, lap pool so close to house to see from indoors, and of course, the 'drawbridge'! I'd sit in that sunny breakfast nook any morning I could. Stunning home.

This home is absolutely breathtaking. As others have pointed it, older age brings physical challenges that you never expected. Mother in law had a beautiful tri-level home on the lake. Three years before she passed had to move and sell it. She was down to living in the two rooms that had no stairs.

This house is out of this world and by far the nicest project I have ever seen on House. I Modern build houses and sections of homes (Home Improvement) project that are modern and this gave me some great idea. Thank you. Really amazing!

love the lap pool...am I the only one who has a problem with this trend of using cowhide in rugs? I mean, we are stepping on dead......................

Stunning exercise in architecture. I'm not sure how it would feel to actually live in this house. I would feel much too exposed.

This is just a gorgeous take on a modern lake house. Having grown up staying in lake cabins and now being a boat owning lake lover, I'm considering building my lake house as a retirement home.

A few notes on making this more real world friendly. The garage is really a glorified carport. You can't store anything nice in there because critters have access, not to mention prying eyes of nefarious humans. All that exposed red cedar is pretty but a maintenance headache. I'd go with a lap pool with a small dipping area for kiddos that would wrap to a hot tub. Also, built in nooks for TVs are nice, but technological advancements will date it quicker than your 1970s intercom system.

As to how they afford it, you have to look beyond job titles. Generational wealth, family largesse, selling a business or investment good fortune could all explain how seemingly limited wage earners can afford such a home. Be happy for these folks! They are building a spectacular retirement the way they want to do it.

Phenomenal! This Ideabook is outstanding. In the intro, you mention that the architects “came up with a simple L-shaped plan”. I must say that there is nothing simple about this house. There are a multitude of architectural details that come together to make up the whole - it is astounding. I love it all. I have this bookmarked so that I can go over it again more slowly to really appreciate all those details.

Waaaaooooooo!

100% lovely.

Flato always does great work

Beautiful house

Fabulous! Love the fireplace / TV design. All over amazing!

Lovely home. I agree with many that this is a favorite home and presentation by Houzz. Well done architects, owners, and Houzz. If one understands that "art director" means lots of things including activities related to tech heavy Bay Area, the financials question would not be on the table... But really, I'd just rather enjoy the home!

Spectacular home! User friendly, private and wide open site lines surrounded with water! What could be better? Oh yeah, if I lived there!

Wowowow! The architectural team did an amazing job. I love, love, love the light fixture over the tub in the master bath. So fun! The whole place is unbelievable. I keep looking at the pictures and find different aspects that astound me.

I am not surprise, Lake Flato creates some of the most fantastic and beautiful buildings. I am a huge fan of their work and living in San Antonio I have easy access to some of their work and it is awe inspiring.

Beautiful home, fits perfectly with the topography. I do wonder about "critters" in the carport. Having lived in this area and experienced run ins with armadillos, scorpions and snakes!

Simple and stunning.

Perfect!

I have only one question, and that is this, "When can I move in?" sigh... That's what dreams are made of.

Agree with all those that said they didn't like modern houses, BUT! This feels warm, comfortable....fantastic. I love it!

I can't say that I am a fan of the dining room chandelier or the thing over the bath tub but everything else I love , love , triple love !

I love the style and design of this house. I would enjoy seeing more details about the home's systems, specifically, the HVAC, which is invisible as far as I can tell save for the one vent shown in the bedroom wall above the door. The heat and more especially the humidity in this area can be quite oppressive.

With all the accolades to the home owners and the design team I would like to say that the Contractor and all the subs played an enormous part in the success of this build. You don't get these results without them and it is about time that they get the recognition they deserve. Nowhere in this article are they mentioned but when most of the details make this house the builder is the one who esthetically and physically brings the 2 dimensional drawing to life. Come on people lets give those deserving men and women who built this the credit also!!!

This home appeals me on so many levels, I Love It! Obviously a lot of you feel the same way per the positive response ~ Lake Flato Architects, we need to purchase these Plans !!!

An absolutely beautiful home and lake setting!

The steel and screen is such an original idea. I don't think I have ever seen it like this before. How did you do it? I like to know about it. Loved the idea and the look. Thank you b

This is one of the most well designed homes that I have viewed on Houzz. Beauty and function in perfect balance.

Awesome. Nothing was sacrificed in this area, nature is at its best view in every aspect of the house design and interior. It's so interesting to be living in here. Mind is the matter and design is the other....good idea.

The BEST!

Flawless.

I live in the Austin metro, and I'm wondering with all these windows, how do you keep the house from getting super hot? We have to have our blinds down much of the time with that Texas sun beating down on the house.

I am always curious how much the land, the architect, materials, labor, furniture etc cost the folk who have these homes built or remodeled. I'm sure it's uncool to ask, but it certainly seems as important as all the information and comments.

I have done many remodeling on my home and office building. I'm an attorney and a builder, but I know the cost all depends on where the project is located. It can vary depending on material used and crew that works on the project.

Love the setting, the floor plan and the materials. I don't see any art. I would miss having art on the walls.

This may be the most perfect house I've ever seen!

This is like being in the Tate Modern....with the comfort of Zen. I'm also loving the landscaping simplicity; the punches of color also make me smile. Stunning design!

There are too many variables that affect the cost of construction. I think it is better to gain ideas from case studies such as this one and then research the costs based on the geographical location.

In response to those who wondered how this couple could afford it based on their job titles, someone mentioned family wealth or good luck with investments. The other possibility is that she is essentially a banker and he may be an art director who works on movies for a major studio. If so, each could earn a significant six figure income. Just a thought.

Congratulations to Brian Comeaux and team on a beautiful project. So impressive.

Nice to see something so different that comes together so beautifully. Kudos to all, including the contractors, Joel Bass! And I want some of that pecan wood.

I love the horizontal lines and in particular the board formed fireplace - I guess I don't get the lap pool when you have a lake out the back door. Water must me yucky or cold?

One more practical comment....I'd hate to have to carrying groceries (and everything else) the distance from the carport into the house.

This house is amazing and I love it.
The only worry I would have is security - it seems very open to the elements and to curious onlookers. Is there protection from these?

Absolutely stunning. I gasped with delight when I saw the light fixture over the bath. Everything about this house just works so well. Congratulations.

Wow this house would be perfect in Australia. It would suit our outdoor lifestyle to a tee! it looked like an Aussie design. Sigh I just love it!

I love this house! Best house I've "seen" anywhere!

This is definitely my dream home, I like the subtle industrial design, openness, and yet minimal. Love it.

Colors

Beautiful home in a really nice area. And congrats to the Lake Flato, who recently had another home featured in Dwell.

Agree with others; this home is one of my favorites in terms of designs, use of land and materials.

I would love to see the garage door operate. Call me crazy, but I'm intrigued by the use of a simple pulley and counterweight system to open the door. Just too cool! Neat to contemplate a simple machine being used in one very original ultramodern home. Absolutely stunning.

How wonderful, so many details, so much thought in every minute details.

My kind of place! Congratulations to the Architectural team!!

Simply superb -in terms of conception/design & the execution ! Attention to every detail is what stands out in this great 'within you without you' dream home. Congrats to the architects/ interior designers for a job well done & Happy Living for the lucky owners !!

Amazing!

fscarlett - 2800 sq ft is restrained when building a new home in this neighborhood - most folks want to build a fake Tuscan palace or something equally huge and ostentatious. Congratulations on a stunning home - I love it. Fabulous design, flawless execution and it fits with the environment!

While I admit the architecture and interior furnishings are a great blend and totally fitting to the lake-side location, the thought that came to mind first was how noisy it must be with people inside---
anything so open has to have issue with noise not being contained.
Maybe w/no children this isn't a big problem for just two people...

Although the pictures are amazing, I think in order to have a true sense of the layout and beauty of the home, I would have to walk through it. Perhaps analogous to seeing a picture of a beautiful shell on the beach or walking on the beach and seeing a beautiful shell.

Great home. I wouldn't even want to speculate about the costs. As others mentioned it really depends greatly on the location and how well the trades in a general area are used to doing certain techniques, availability of material, etc. But it sure wasn't cheap :-)

I shudder what it would have cost on the East Coast. I had two bids from plumbers for wall hung toilets. One was $1,700 the other $1,300 and that is just to hang one toilet (I had 7 to hang). Reason, nobody (or I couldn't find anybody) here seems to have ever done residential wall hung toilets and they are not comfortable with it. The same for linear shower drains, no curb showers, etc. It seems we are still stuck in Center Hall Colonial or now Nantucket style design with some transitional elements thrown in.

Not sure about the climate in Texas but it would have been interesting to know how the cooling, heating, shading is accomplished in a space that open with the amount of glass they used.

So I can only look with awe and envy at this house or some of the Australian designs featured on here :-)

Well done. Brilliant

This house is perfection!

this house is favulour

Modern isn't my style, but this house just changed my mind!! WOW!!

Very nicely done! I like everything about this.

WOW! This is my favorite house I have EVER seen. I have looked through my fair share of home decor magazines and have never seen a home so pleasing to my eyes. This is my dream house and like many of the others have said, I am not partial to modern homes. Great job!!! Thank you for sharing.

Stunning home and beautifully designed inside and out. Kudos to everyone involved!

I love the screen porch. It is incredibly airy. Could you please tell me what the screens are made of and where they can be sourced. Are the screens removable and what framing product did you use please. Thank you so much.

Absolutely breathtaking, gorgeous, brilliant design. Thank you so much for sharing this inspired house with us!

This house is spectacular! It's design is both practical and beautiful.

Its my first time what i send a opinión of one design, i love It

What a great use of the site and excellent choice but f materials and style

This home could get this CA girl to move to TX. (Probably for just a short time.) All I would need is a barn for my horse and a doggy door somewhere. And I loved the fixture over the tub. It made me smile! And it would be amazing to watch the weather roll though.

I would love to stay in the guest quarters to see this amazing house for myself! We are renovating our mid century ranch on a five acre lot, and almost were not allowed to do it due to all the codes and regs. Buyer beware, check codes before you buy if you want to add on. Kudos to this couple who made the most of this amazing space.

Wow! Impressive and beautiful!

Wow, I used to be such a traditionalist when it came to house design, but more and more I'm drawn to this seemingly simple (but know it's not) design. I love the separation of space without making it seem so; it feels extremely livable. The Murphy bed idea is brilliant; why not use the space when guests aren't there, very smart. And the views from every room is remarkable...love the water and oaks...perfect!

The materials used is probably the highlight of this house. From first glance, the living room's glass walls only contain an empty room. It only looks empty from outside and it was pretty surprised to see the furniture in the later pictures. I think that more houses should implement designs like this. http://www.scottequip.com

Gorgeous house, I love everything about it. Looks very expensive! Wish I had an idea though how expensive it was to build... would help me know if I could build one like that.

very nice

What is the window washing bill per month? How is this home heated during the Texas winters? The acoustics of the interior must travel pretty painfully from one room to the other with more than two people in the home at the same time.

I hope they do enjoy it, but there are enough different treatment ideas for six houses, so many that the photographs are difficult to look at and they represent the space as one of constant edgy restlessness.

I've never liked a modern house (even showcase - expensive, like this one) ... until now. This is truly spectacular. I can't find anything about it not to love. In fact, this might even be my favorite house on Houzz. I'm gobsmacked!

now that I'm partially over the wow factor, I have to ask one practical/critical question:
how do you keep birds from flying into the reflective windows? I'm imagining some unfortunate groundskeeper having to dispose of the poor things every day.

Stunning huis

I'm also in the camp that thinks this house is absolutely stunning. I also think this is the first house on this site where the opinions are universally positive (so far). This is a tough crowd to impress and it seems this design and build team have done it. Well done, I love it - especially the exterior.

interesting light fixture

Trade you...

Spectacular home! Perfect for it's surroundings!

Really love modern architecture but all nearly all of the modern designed house cost multi million dollars. Given that the chair in this house cost 1500 a piece, I take it as this is a multi million project as well.

Another inspiring project by a world-class architectural firm!

I'm a huge fan! Each view is a composition of simple forms but with a warmth that invites you in!

Love all these geometric lines and shapes in the interior, they create such as smooth flow. Also love beautifully done landscaping. Great designs are so inspirational!
Raisa

Moving to Texas... From Hawaii!!! I love it!

Takes my breath away! Beautiful home. Organic. Impressive architecture. I want!

Very Beautiful !

Only one word - WOW!

Lights

This's a great home!
Is that dinning room lamp made of wooden clothes hangers?

love it.....absolutely awesome

So jealous of that first photo

Wow, that view...

This is one of our favourite projects featuring our Barcelona bath - the simple pops of colour from the unique lighting fixture really make an impact in the space. Beautiful house, thank you for sharing!

Gosh what a home!

Jealous beyond all words. What an extraordinary house, beautiful. The architect and builders did a wonderful job.

My favorite part of this house is firstly it is on the lakeside and surrounded by greenery but yet, not isolated. And I love the feeling of light and space throughout the property.

Stunning house with gorgeous views, love the statement light over stunning bath

Talk about living in a fishbowl. I don't like anything about this house except the location.

I must say, this is by far one of my favourite projects you've featured. I especially adore the lap pool. Stunning home.

Wow! Beautiful home, amazing view! The location! The porch, the lap pool, the master bed and the kitchen oh my goodness!

do the owners need a homecaretaker for this home? i would love to be one haha. since most of the time they live in SF...this home I presume is empty. :D

Stunning!

ı'm only like kıtchen..

Wow!!!! Amazing. Being a person who spent all my summers at the lake, plus several other days there as well, this is the "ultimate" Lake House. (or cabin, which I've always known a Lake house, to be) I think it's "The Ultimate" for several reason:

This is a VERY well thought out home. A big reason why is because, the attention to detail is on another level and because of the practical size. My parents just sold our lake house & also sold their large home, in order to downsize. This couple not wanting to get in over their heads is brilliant! I believe it will be manageable for many years to come, with no problems or having to sacrifice the home later in life. They utilized every area, to be purposeful and practical. Murphy Beds? Workout Room? Incredible. Not needing to buy furniture or decor, just to fill spaces? That is such a great idea...

~The one thing my parents missed the mark on downsizing was having guests. The separate wing, with 2 separate living spaces is genius! Spending the majority of the day together with others is a lot of fun, but having a place for privacy for an afternoon nap and at bedtime, is priceless.

~The textiles and finishes are outstanding. I love the contemporary feel, but staying true to the Lake Living Lifestyle, by going heavy on the wood. You immediately realize that once again, a well thought out plan gives this space a very modern, current trend of having a great room. Those walls wood walls thought, remind me SO much of our lake home, even though our place was very traditional, in it's style. They both give off that comfortable, warm, inviting lake feel.

~2 more observations: (sorry I'm rambling) -the views and the window placement, paint a picture of perfection, calling for hours upon hours of just sitting and enjoying the view, rain or shine! The sense of peace and serenity you get from that environment are picked up on just by looking at the pictures. I literally can smell the fresh, clean air after an afternoon thundershower. (super corny, but REAL)

~Lastly, (I know! I'm getting sick of me, too) I am blown away by the way they put together the sidewalk/deck/dock! Something so simple, like a vertical pattern give such life and interest to something that is usually, mundane or boring. It brings the outside and inside together seamlessly.

~I know there's more elaborate, luxurious, much larger lake homes in existence, but for the reasons above and so many more (see.. I'm nice, I could've gone on) I think this is "THE ULTIMATE LAKE HOUSE".. (for me). Enjoy your time in there, it's well deserved!! xo

absolutely stunning!

The absolute best thank you for sharing and enjoy your time...

Retirement home???? we should all be so lucky to not suffer from the usual medical throes of aging... this house, though beautiful does not lend itself to accommodating the many physical restraints of aging

I love the tub & lap pool along along with the views.

Art? What would you need it for if what you see is one big spectacular work of art? This home should be in a movie so we mere mortals can enjoy it vicariously anytime we want to. Congratulations to everyone involved in the creation of this masterpiece and my best wishes to the homeowners !

Amazing, so beautiful and very well planned

This home has everything anyone can want, and is beautiful to boot! If I lived there, I'd never leave home.

How did it fare during the recent Texas floods between the lake and creek? Beautiful home.

This is simply spectacular

I love every bit of it

Beautiful home. Beautiful setting. Idyllic & wonderful!

so beautiful, my dream!!!!

Amazingly beautiful!

Wow. Gorgeous organic modern beauty.

spectacular and amazing! what a talented architect to work around the trees and find creative solutions for his clients! it's a beautiful home....i just wouldn't want to dust that man ray chandelier or the dishes on the open shelving, but i could definitely make it work - lol!

Elegant...!
JUST lovely ! The screen to hide the TV ...?
Why ..?
IT is NOT so good looking and actually one notices it more then a black screen ....anyhow ..
EVERYTHING is just beautiful and well made !
A perfect retirement oasis !

Beautiful! Looks very Asian.

Outstanding! One comment regarded "Why Texas?" I am aware that a great many California retirees relocate to Texas, especially Austin, because of substantial tax breaks. For me, California's desirable climate and remarkably comfortable weather would be a huge personal sacrifice for the humidity and heat of Texas. However, the tradeoff is space - as this home so perfectly demonstrates. This story and couple clearly exemplifies the Texas Frontier Movement (at least 20 years strong). Certainly, access to a lake was a smart and fortunate move for this couple and the huge windows truly make the house. (Indeed, it will take the endurance of tri-athletes to stick with the enormous upkeep of such a home.) A few beautiful indoor plants and fine art, are all I would add!

So, this house was beautiful, but flooding in Texas and that river. . .and I agree, aging in place seems ignored.

I would love to be one of the dogs. No worries. Jump in the lake when you get hot. Chase squirrels when you get bored. Be comfortable and still in the middle of nature. Sigh.

Amazing... love it... thank you so much for sharing!! What an amazing job by the architects...the trees!! Beautiful!!

My favorite house ever!! Thanks for sharing photos and details!

Wondering if it is flooded now; it's practically in the water, and with all that flooding in Texas now...

This is beautiful. I am envious and wish I could have something like this off Lake Victoria. Can I please have the plans?

Wow

Spectacular design work! The fact that it is in my dream location doesn't hurt either

Very well done - I wouldn't know where to be as there are so many beautiful spots! AS far as aging as someone mentioned - these folks are tri athletes - so I think there plan is that this home will help to keep them in tip top shape.....!! Lovely! Simple earthy and natural beautiful work of art.

Admittedly absolutely gorgeous, well designed, top drawer. Edifice to ego, huge, environmentally disastrous lawn right down to the water so every one can not avoid seeing the giant house. Look at me look at me!

Paradise found!

it's one of the best homes that I have come across. The color tone and th sequence of natural elements have been utilized very well.
Compliments to the architect.

this is fantastic!

Beautiful place, could you share who made the closet with the bed?

Thanks

Wow! Absolutely beautiful! Just warm, fresh, open--Just spectular making the most of the location! Couldn't ask for any better....

Beautiful house but unfortunately no environmental protection for the lake. We should keep at least 15 ft to 45 ft, depending of the slope, with a forestry belt , no bed flowers but local plants, shrubs and trees. All the roots retain and prevent the natural nutrients ( phosphate, nitrogen) going in the lake. We see too many lakes deteriorating rapidly and I can't understand this kind of landscape is accepted by the local authorities in 2016!!!. At least don't put herbicides and fertilizers on your grass because you will add fertilizers for algae and aquatic plants growth. Grass can't prevent it.

That is absolutely stunning.

Love the lay out of this beautiful home not feeling the lighting design.

Not a fan of links that automatically play music and destroy the tranquility of my workspace. Please make video clips a PART of the presentation, not the whole thing, and let me choose whether to play it or not.

it's really so Amazing

I cannot imagine a house better than this..This is like a dream for me.

Beautiful house, but it seems to be only about 2-3 ft above the river level. What about flooding? Did it survive the recent deluge in Texas?

I LOVE when owners really love their homes.

Heaven on earth.

great contemporary house! Fits great with the Lot

Steve and Laurie Dodd got chills throughout this video!! Karen and Grant, you both were naturals in front of the camera!! Que cards? Haha! And a little guitar "noodling" from Grant was priceless!! As we know and love your slice of heaven on Lake Austin, this was an amazing and realistic story about your magic there on the lake. Great job!! :)

Great!

We (@ Johnson custom Pools) here in Austin designed and built this pool. It was a wonderful project with really great Clients. It is truly a spectacular project that we immensely enjoyed working on!

So fantastic! I recently watched a show on half price vacation houses on lakes. Moving from California to Texas and building a lake dream house sounds so wonderful, and the architectural features of this house would make it extra amazing. Nice to live vicariously!!

Everything positive that I could written about this superb structure and it's appointments has been published.

love this dock

stunning.

sweet

Can someone give us an approximate market vale of this place? Many of us in the San Francisco Bay Area are contemplating relocating to Austin after seeing this property!

What a lovely home!

Like!

Absolutely amazing

Just Fantastic!

Triple Wow!!!

A perfect home. Every aspect is spectacular.

very very nice

What a beautiful use of space and I love the fact that the fallen pecan tree was re-purposed for furniture. Makes the house sit lightly on the land.

Those screened in porches are beautiful!

This is magnificent

The architecture and setting are spectacular BUT people in Austin really need to think about their landscaping, particularly the expanse of lawn. Nearby is the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, and they have fantastic people there to help residents choose landscaping elements that have a lower footprint and provide much greater wildlife benefits. Not no lawn, just less lawn. That aside, this is my favorite house ever on Houzz (hope they didn't flood!)

Congratulations! An amazing home and so well thought out! An inspiration to many house dreamers for sure!

beautiful!!! But I've lived in Texas and I can't see living with the bugs and snakes that the lake brings.

I seriously am very interested in building a home like this on the water . Have kids in Austin, never thought to build again, but this is seriously tempting.

This house is awesome

love this house as well-wonderful details, views and living functionality. takes full advantage of lake views and lawn area of lot. only thing i would change is the fireplace/tv area-can't enjoy fire while watching tv apparently, and the fireplace is a little too understated for me. otherwise quite an amazing and interesting house.

My longing is so intense I feel nauseous.

Holy poop! Wow! This home is gorgeous. Just...wow! Love it!

good space and good desing.....

This was a beautiful well thought design. I especially loved the glass exposing the outside in and the kitchen idea of putting everything behind a wall. I loved the fold away bed in the bedroom so that you have open space. I'm going to be buying a home in the fall 1500 sq feet and I have got to focus on less but meaningful space.

Wow Wow Wow ... I'm so happy for this couple.

May they always be healthy, happy and blessed.

They didn't talk about the muggy weather in Texas, especially Austin. Summer time in Austin is hot and wet, so how do you spend time outside in this tropical weather.

This is about perfect in every way

Too beautiful!

The views are beautiful! Can't say the same for the home. Just not my style. Kudos to the homeowners! I'm sure they are pleased with the outcome of their project!

loved it....

This is an amazing house! Love how the floor plan is so open! The view is absolutely gorgeous! Love the design of the kitchen as well! Congratulations on your new home! Enjoy!

Wow!!! What a place!! I adore the wood everywhere and the lap pool!! Emasculate! Just a question? The kitchen is amazing and I love it! Who made the cabinets? Are they hanging?? Amazing, my dream home

PS. Sorry immaculate!! Typo!!

I need to start buying lottery tickets. Lol

This is truly a dream home!

lives…is so wonderful

wow nice ! super like

beautiful dogs

I am amazed at the amount of detail put into the home. Amazing home, I love it.

so me thanks for the idea ...... enjoy

A dream house!! Congratulations!!

Good home for retired life

How do I save this on device

Amazing. Beautiful.

Very beautiful every things cool i love it

Really nice home and neigbhood

Get me out of this sight

Wow! Perfect sentiment. I wouldn't want to ever leave.

wow!

Wow

I love the architectural design and view

Beautiful home

amazing

This is not a house. It is a beautiful dream.

AMAAAAAZING!!

Best project I've seen in a long while. Just amazing. Congrats to the owners and the architects. Thanks Houzz for sharing and inspiring us.

Love this house

Beautiful!

Wow wow wonderful

Love everything about this house!

It's beautiful but I'm still trying to find the laundry room/space

What an inspirational way to enjoy Lake Austin!

Glorious!