Austin Waterfront

This timber frame styled structure includes a unique CLT roofing system resulting in exposed structural wood framing that adds warmth to this waterfront home on Lake Austin.

Architect

BreckStudio Architecture

Interior Design

High Camp Interiors

Location

Austin, Texas

Size

5,684 S.F.

Historic Austin

Foursquare was responsible for renovating and expanding the footprint of this home located in the Castle Hill Historic District to offer uninterrupted downtown views.

Architects

LaRue Architects

Location

Old West Austin, Texas

Construction Type

Renovation + New

Size

3,854 S.F.

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Madrone

Nestled along the banks of Barton Creek, this home is designed to create a seamless experience between the outside and inside environments, while the deep overhangs provide shelter from the elements. An exercise in pre-engineered framing systems along with exposed and honest steel, I-Beam elements blend with reclaimed teak flooring and oversized glass elements to make for a unique Creekside home.

Architects

Baldridge Architects

Location

Bee Cave, Texas

Size

3,950 S.F.

Structural steel provides for a solid safe, yet open and airy feeling.

Floor to ceiling glass creates a seamless transition.

Walnut and reclaimed teak bring warmth to the structural steel.

Outdoor living from within these steel and glass walls.

Creekside master bedroom framed in glass and steel.

Marble floors and walls provide a spa liking feeling within the master bath.

City View

Located on one of the few lots in Austin elevated enough to enjoy a view of the downtown skyline, this three-story home rises dramatically above the treetops to capture views of the surrounding hill country and the skyline beyond. It features structural steel framing along with cantilevered elements resulting in a home that reflects the environment and elements of its surroundings.

Architects

A-Parallel Architecture

Location

West Lake Hills, Texas

Size

6,459 S.F.

Balancing mass and light with appropriate materials.

Blurred lines between indoor and outdoor living.

Cantilevered elements allow this home to float on the hill side.

Bluff House

Overlooking Lake Travis this property was crafted to fit into its natural surroundings without compromise. With a lookout deck elevated 35 feet above the cliff our owners secured a commanding view of the Texas Hill Country. An expansive single roof structure covers 3 detached structures and creates the feeling of floating high above the lake.

Architects

Webber+Studio

Location

Lake Travis, Texas

Size

4,845 S.F.

Floor to ceiling glass creates a lantern effect at night.

Scarpa trusses provide strength to what is a very thin roof structure.

Low voltage lighting creates a warmth at night for lounging.

35 feet above the natural terrain provides for commanding views.

European kitchen provides efficiency to this space.

Louis Poulsen lighting provides beauty and utility to this space.

It's all in the details. — It’s all in the details.

Mid-Century modern furnishings are at home in this environment.

Color creates a sense of fun to this outdoor space.

Serenity and calm is what greets guests poolside.

Open living, dining, kitchen work in this lake side home.

Rollingwood

Prominently positioned on this infill lot, this four-story home boasts stunning downtown city views, a full woodworking shop, an elevator, a fourth-floor office, and a stunning rooftop terrace.

Architects

Cornerstone

Location

Rollingwood, Texas

Size

4,250 S.F.

Watercliff

The property is situated on a cliff site that offers breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Travis. Foursquare was faced with a common challenge that comes with constructing on a steeply sloping lot with stunning views: how to capture the views from the house while maximizing the amount of outdoor living space available.

Architects

Dick Clark+Associates

Location

Lago Vista, Texas

Size

4,352 S.F.

Disappearing walls of glass provide transparency between spaces.

Lake side bedrooms feels like camping in nature.

White Oak provide a soft neutral palette for easy living.

Deep roof overhangs provide shading and protection.

Blurred lines between inside and outdoor living.

Transitioning between spaces is seamless.

Hill Country palette of materials provides warmth and familiarity.

Strong but simple support for movement throughout the home.

Details create sophisticated simplicity.

The secret door provides adventure for the grandchildren.

Protected from the elements yet connected with nature.

Familiar elements are inviting to guests.

Casual yet sophisticated structure within this space.

Lake House

This post-modern design masterpiece of concrete, glass, and steel is an iconic structure that passing boaters get to enjoy along the shores of Lake Travis.

Architects

Donlyn Lyndon Architect

Location

Lake Travis, Texas

Size

10,545 S.F.

Walls of windows and balconies overlook Lake Travis.

Compression brings a sense of cozy to a large structure.

Mesquite flooring warms up the structural mass of the concrete walls.

Polished concrete patio and coping frame this lap pool.

Louis Poulsen lighting provide simple yet elegant solution to a two story volume.

True Mid-Century modern interiors create a nostalgic feel to this open space.

Sarrinen Womb Chairs respond to the warmth of the fireplace.

Concrete volume provides strength to this relaxing space.

The classics featured in this lake side living room.

Complex angles and curves make for art in architecture.

Mesquite flooring warm up this modern space.

Eames classic lounge chair and ottoman are so inviting in this office.

Secluded breakfast nook overlooking a wooded ravine.

Bulthaup kitchen with stainless steel countertops.

Private library, lighting by Louis Poulsen

Glass transoms bring in natural light washing down the hillside beyond.

Bulthaup kitchen featuring stainless steel countertops.

Elder Hill Bed & Breakfast

Foursquare was fully responsible for managing the construction of this location, from the initial site development to the completion of the bed and breakfast. This involved overseeing the creation of a commercial kitchen, reception building, guest suites, and commercial swimming pool, as well as all necessary infrastructure. Additionally, Foursquare was responsible for converting the old ranch house into a day spa.

Architects

HA Architecture

Location

Location: Driftwood, Texas

Size

8,552 S.F.

Hill Country Bed & Breakfast modern furnishings bring refinement to natural materials of the structure.

Flying butterfly structure welcomes guests upon arrival.

Locally sources stone provide structure and familiarity to guest as they arrive.

Stone, cedar and steel delivered in a refined format.

Guests room feature steel and glass entry doors and windows.

Hand laid Fire Clay tile add warmth to this spa like guest bath.

Interior design featuring modern furnishings in this guest room.

Hill country views from the treehouse overlooking the resort sized pool.

Spa like experience within the guest bathrooms.

Resort style pool featuring locally sources stone water features.

Outdoor dining is available via this cedar and stone screened summer porch.

Privacy yet a sense of openness are created from the use of stone, steel and glass.

Evening outdoor dining and lounging are available within this patio.

Transitions between spaces in the evening are structured yet casual.

Guest room featuring steel and glass entry along with modern furnishings.

High windows provide natural light within this private guest room.

The Proper 1

Foursquare Builders, System D, and Studio A worked together to build a stunning two-story penthouse located in The Proper, Austin, Texas. The elegant design of the staircase that leads to the second floor sets the stage for the modern and sleek interior, which includes a custom wine cellar area, beautiful window treatments, and expertly crafted Shinoki cabinets.

Architect

System-D

Designer

Studio A

Location

Austin, Texas

Size

4,265 S.F.