Who wouldn’t want to spend some weekends in a luxurious little house on the shores of a lake in Texas? The Ski Shores Lakehouse can be found in Austin, and it was sketched out by an architect named Stuart Sampley, who decided to go with a traditional dogtrot-style layout, since it is so common and popular around those parts. Now even though this residence flaunts a traditional design, this does not mean that it is boring or unpleasant but quite the opposite.
The residence features 2 volumes that surround a central courtyard, which provides great socialization and relaxation opportunities under the soft caress of the breeze. One of the volumes comprises the public areas such as a fully equipped kitchen and a sunken living room, while the other volume houses the private bedrooms with their large windows that provide breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Only the highest quality materials were used in the construction process of this fine abode, materials such as Texas Lueders Limestone and Southern yellow pine. The team that is responsible for building the Ski Shores Lakehouse worked at Acero Construction, while the interior arrangements were taken care of by Rebekah Gainsley and Robert Bentley from BLINK.
From the Stuart Sampley Architect:
The spirit of traditional Texas dogtrot-style architecture is modernly refined in this modest weekend lake house. Two volumes flank a central porch that’s naturally cooled by lake breezes, capped on each end by tall, swinging gates for privacy and security, and anchored by a substantial outdoor dining table. On one side, a sleek, modern kitchen is minimal in material but heavy on style and storage. A sunken living room— highlighted by rich warm wood underfoot — exudes comfort and is the ideal spot to escape the Texas summer heat. On the other side of the porch, cozy bedrooms balance the house, featuring big windows offering views of the Texas landscape.
The home’s materials were sourced regionally and chosen to last; exterior walls made of gray Texas Lueders Limestone mix with Southern yellow pine to create a natural palette that requires no maintenance. It’s a weekend getaway the homeowner can enjoy for decades to come.