The experience of this contemporary home in West Austin begins with traversing two bridges across an expansive water feature creating a one-of-a-kind entrance. The home is nestled across the edge of a steep lot providing an amazing panorama across the hill country. Designed to take advantage of the views, the open living floor plan hosts not only dramatic views, but unique living experiences inside the home. Warm materials and colors are accented with shou sugi ban walls and ceilings throughout. The living and kitchen areas were created as central entertainment spaces, while the owner’s retreat and spa allow for a private sanctuary. The versatile outdoor living space features the ability to convert to a screened porch. The home also features a solar field, water collection and purification and an extensive home gym. Connecting the indoors with the outdoors, this modern home provides a unique and inviting resort-like experience for the homeowners and their guests.