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  • Year
  • 2009
  • Project
  • Peninsula Residence
  • Type
  • Residential
  • Area
  • 5,000 SF
  • Location
  • Austin, TX
  • Services
  • Design | Construction
  • About

  • The Peninsula Residence is situated on a north–south axis along Lake Austin, opening the home to long views of the water and surrounding trees. The design reveals itself gradually, guiding the experience of arrival until the full expanse of the lake unfolds. Broad overhangs and an integrated shading system reduce heat gain while maintaining clear sightlines, allowing the house to feel both open and protected.

    Glass, steel, and precision detailing bring clarity and depth to the architecture. Light becomes the central material, animating spaces with reflection and shadow. The renovation transforms the existing structure through the interplay of transparency and opacity, allowing daylight to penetrate deep into the interior while maintaining privacy and balance.

    A solarium, green roof, and pool extend the living spaces outdoors, strengthening the home’s connection to its setting. Refined rooflines, slender supports, and screens of wood and glass dissolve the building’s edge, allowing the house to merge gently with its horizon.

Modern lakeside home at dusk with glass walls, metal roof, manicured lawn, and reflective lap pool
Modern glass-walled interior with dark wood floors overlooking manicured lawn and lake with treesModern glass pavilion with steel frame, reflecting pool, and views to lakeside lawn with trees

Modern glass-walled lakeside home at dusk with open living space, concrete ceiling, and lawn   

Modern glass-enclosed pool pavilion with steel frame overlooking lake and manicured lawn at dusk Modern pool pavilion with dark steel frame, stone deck, white orchid, bamboo hedge and hill views
Angular red sculptural element in wood-paneled interior with dramatic lighting and open book on desk
Modern open-plan kitchen and dining area with floor-to-ceiling glass walls overlooking green lawn
Modern living room with orange chair, wood floors, white walls opening to pool and lawn via glass

Work Performed by Bercy Chen Studio

Peninsula Residence