Elegance in Austin: Inside the Texas Hill Country Haven Custom Home
Welcome to the Texas Hill Country Haven, a 10,093 square foot custom home that seamlessly merges luxury, sustainability, and function. Nestled on a sprawling property in Austin, Texas, this high end, luxury home features over 1,700 square feet of outdoor living space and has been meticulously crafted for both elegance and efficiency. Built by Younger Homes and designed by Danze and Davis Architects, this stunning home demonstrates how energy efficiency, health, and architectural beauty coexist to create a truly remarkable living space. The home received an impressive negative 30 HERS rating and is EPA Indoor airPLUS and Energy Star certified.
As you step through custom oversized metal and glass front doors, you’re welcomed into a foyer bathed in natural light, with views of the Texas Hill Country landscape framed by large windows. Above, a tray ceiling with inset tongue and groove white oak adds warmth and sophistication, while a striking Apparatus Lariat nine light custom fixture hangs overhead, setting the tone for what’s to come. The openness of the entryway provides a serene introduction, seamlessly leading into the grand living area.
The living room is designed for both relaxation and entertainment, with dark-stained exposed trusses leading the eye up to the impressive 25-ft ceilings. At the center, a meticulously crafted raked plaster fireplace stretches from floor to ceiling, finished off by a Calacatta Gold Marble slab frames the direct vent fireplace, framed by custom built-in cabinetry and floating wooden shelves on either side, creating a balanced, visually stunning space. Large sliding doors open onto the back patio and pool, blurring the line between indoor and outdoor living.
In the kitchen, two islands—stained dark highlight the natural warmth of stain-grade white oak and walnut cabinetry—defining the space and drawing you in. Attention to detail is showcased in the flush mounted electrical outlets (can you find them?!) that blend into the Calacatta Gold Marble backsplash and extend up the walls from the countertops, framing a sculpted plaster curved vent hood, in Portola Paint, that serves as a focal point. A black metal and glass divider subtly separates the kitchen from the living area, creating an intimate feel within the open concept. The painted tongue and groove ceiling continues into the dining area, where a bold chandelier illuminates the space, complementing the exposed beams overhead.
Beyond the main living areas, the home offers two distinct office spaces. Her office features soft wallpaper, light wood built-ins with gold mesh accents, and a sculpted plaster light fixture, creating a serene space for focus and creativity. His office, with dark wood built-ins, offers a more grounded and classic workspace.
The media room, painted in a rich blue and equipped with high-end subwoofers, provides an immersive viewing experience. Nearby, the gym—complete with rubber flooring and a built-in sauna—features doors that open to a sun deck, perfect for early morning yoga sessions and outdoor exercises.
The primary suite is a haven of relaxation. Step into the bathroom, where an oversized wet room enclosed in glass and iron houses a soaking tub, while dual vanities, with bold black tile extending up the walls. His-and-hers closets offer tailored storage solutions, with her closet featuring two ladders for easy access to ceiling-high shelving. Natural light streams through the large windows, creating a spa-like atmosphere that balances privacy with openness.
The home’s additional bedrooms include a built-in bunk room with a hidden closet door, a guest suite with an en suite bathroom featuring terrazzo-like flooring and a wood floating vanity, and a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with playful black and white patterned tile flooring. The fun contrast continues with green shower tiles that add a splash of color against the sleek, dark cabinetry.
The Texas Hill Country Haven isn’t just beautiful—it’s sustainable, with functionality thoughtfully integrated throughout, such as a water bottle filler in the mudroom to reduce single-use plastic. Multiple water and energy sources are sustainably derived from a 30,000-gallon rainwater collection system, featuring a custom barrel accented with black bands, and discreet ground-mounted solar panels. For energy independence and resilience, the home includes its own well for fresh water, the option to use city water, and a Generac generator for backup power during emergencies. Certified by Energy Star and EPA Indoor airPLUS, the home is designed for energy efficiency without compromising luxury.
The back patio is an entertainer’s dream, featuring a cabana complete with a fireplace, full kitchen, and bathroom. Multiple outdoor areas include an intimate seating area off the primary suite, an outdoor kitchen and dining space, a fire pit, a sun deck, and lower-level loungers surrounding the pool. An outdoor shower and a dedicated yoga deck outside the gym complete the suite of luxurious outdoor amenities, creating a harmonious blend of relaxation and entertainment spaces.
Stay tuned for a tour of the second home on this property, a companion residence to the Texas Hill Country Haven, crafted with the same attention to detail and elegance while providing a generational living experience for this Texas Hill Country Family.
This Texas Hill County Haven would not have been possible without the dedication of our clients and the expertise of the Younger Homes® team and our architect Donovan Davis with Danze and Davis Architects.
Experience the whole home here. If you are interested in a detailed features list for this home, please email us at hello@younger-homes.com and make sure to check out all of our completed projects in our portfolio.
Photography credits to Cate Black and TikiCam Productions.
To discover more of this beautiful home, including interior decor, follow #txhillcountryhaven on Instagram or visit the designer, Lindye Galloway Studio.
