2017 AIA Austin Design Award - Clear Rock Lookout by Lemmo Architecture and Design

Clear Rock Lookout is a raw steel hunting blind, writing studio, and observation deck that celebrates the stunning landscape and wildlife views. The building is nestled below a limestone cliff edge, and has to be “discovered” when approached from the top of the mesa. This gradual reveal of the building strengthens the unfolding landscape panorama made possible from the unique vantage provided by the structure. The site was specifically chosen for its views by the owner after years of slowly traversing and mapping the wooded cliff edge. The modern form contrasts with the Hill Country vernacular used on the rest of the 1,000 acre West Texas ranch. Naturally weathering steel was chosen to age with the surroundings and to pay homage to the owner’s youth spent welding oil tanks. Large sheets of glass, a variety of warm woods, and a highly detailed assembly complete the “jewelbox in the landscape” expression of the lookout.

[@johndohio]

I took night photos right outside of this ranch on hwy 290 with the Milky Way shooting right across. It was a random photo shoot I did after driving back from Fredericksburg. Didn't know until a year later or more about the property it sat on

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Can you stay the night at Clear Rock Lookout?