This structure, located on the steeply sloped bank of Lake Austin, is designed to celebrate downtime. The simple, elegant building rises above the water, resting on the surface like a water skater. And like the surface-skimming insect, this off-the-grid domicile exerts a minimal impact on its surroundings.
As part of a residential estate in construction, Andersson-Wise was asked to conceive of a half-mile pathway from the site of the main residence across a deep ravine to an opposing riddling and finally down to a boathouse located on Lake Austin below.
