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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Construction Time

24 months–>

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.

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Construction Time

16 months–>

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.

Codependent

Our client wanted to build a coffee shop/bar on the ground floor of one of Austin’s tallest high-rise condominiums, The Independent. The idea was to create a space that would blend in with the existing structure of the building and become a hub for the community. Today, the Codependent serves as a popular morning and late-night spot for locals.

Location

Austin, Texas

Size

3,322 S.F.

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.

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Construction Time

24 months–>

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.

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.

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Construction Time

24 months–>

Elder Hill Bed & Breakfast

Foursquare was responsible for managing this project from initial site development to the completion of the bed and breakfast “compound”. This development included four new buildings, a welcoming porte cochere, a commercial swimming pool, the renovation of the existing ranch house, and all site infrastructure over 80 acres. The Community House included a commercial kitchen and a variety of porches and breezeway. The Bunk House included 8 luxuriously appointed suites, including a matrimonial suite with an outdoor fireplace and private porch. The converted Ranch House included a day spa, gym, and other health related amenities.

Architects

HA Architecture

Location

Driftwood, Texas

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.

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.

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Construction Time

18 months–>

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.

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.

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.