Kemp House - Bercy Fadel

Year
2019
Project
Kemp House
Type
Residential, Upcoming
Area
3,600 SF
Location
Austin, TX
Services
Design
About
Perched in west Austin, Kemp House is composed as a series of grounded stone volumes that anchor the home to the landscape while framing moments of transparency and view. A central axis organizes the plan, extending from the entry through the interior and out to a linear pool that aligns with distant views of downtown, creating a continuous visual and spatial connection between the house, water, and horizon. Circulation unfolds along this spine, with living spaces opening outward to terraces and gardens that invite .
The architecture balances weight and lightness through a restrained material palette of limestone, wood, and glass. Deep overhangs and expansive glazing create shaded outdoor rooms, while operable screens along the front façade introduce a dynamic layer that modulates privacy, light, and ventilation. These screens allow the house to shift throughout the day, filtering views and casting patterned light across interior surfaces. The result is a residence defined by clarity and control, where material expression, environmental performance, and long-range views are integrated into a cohesive architectural system.

Luxury Austin TX residence with stone facade, vertical wood slats, large glass windows and landscaped front yard

Austin TX luxury home interior entry with stone walls, wood ceiling, floor-to-ceiling glass and reflecting pool view

Austin TX luxury home patio with wood deck, stone walls, floor-to-ceiling glass and modern outdoor seating area

Austin TX luxury modern home with stone facade, large glass windows, flat rooflines and landscaped natural surroundings

Work Performed by Bercy Chen Studio