This residence embodies intentional living—a masterpiece shaped by light, texture, and form. Inspired by Texas Hill Country architecture and the organic principles of Frank Lloyd Wright, it fuses rustic authenticity with modern refinement, balancing artistic expression and detail with everyday comfort.

Set on a wooded daylight lot, the home embraces its surroundings with low rooflines, deep soffits, and native materials that root it to the land. Hand-cut Kansas limestone, timber beams, standing-seam metal, and custom ironwork showcase exceptional craftsmanship and distinctive presence, while the interior unfolds in thoughtful layers of light and space.

On the main level, vaulted ceilings, white-oak floors, and geometric motifs establish harmony and warmth. Expansive sightlines draw the eye from the entry through to the outdoor living areas beyond—spaces that extend the home’s organic sensibility, blending elements such as a marble-plank fireplace, a built-in grill, and a Core-Ten steel firepit into a cohesive composition of material and landscape.

The layering continues on the lower level, where a bar, whiskey-and-wine room, and lounge feature custom ironwork, rich textures, and generous natural light. A hidden nook beneath the stairs adds a touch of whimsy and utility.

Ultimately, it’s a home that transcends aesthetics—an elevated expression of livable artistry, crafted with enduring precision and timeless craftsmanship.

Resources​

Custom Ironwork + Stair Railings: Custom Products LLC  Cabinets: Miller’s Custom Cabinets  Windows: Andersen Windows & Doors  Roofing: Imperial Roofing  Hardware: Locks & Pulls  Flooring – Tile & Carpet: ProSource  Flooring – Hardwood: SVB Wood Floors  Countertops: SCI Surfaces  Appliances + Plumbing Fixtures: Ferguson Home  Lighting: Rensen House of Lights  Electrical: Electrical Investments  Glasswork: Fountain Glass

 

Designer/Contractor

B.L. Rieke Custom Homes

Architect

KC Architecture

Landscape Architect

EPIC Landscape Productions

Photographer

Josie Benefield

Floor plans and drawings

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