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This hidden retreat is quite possibly the coolest house in Austin

Photo by Paul Bardagjy

Almost completely hidden from view sits a one-of-a-kind property in Austin that has received international attention for its unbelievable design. The latest attention comes from Retreat: The Modern House in Nature, a beautiful architectural book whose 300 pages are filled with stunning homes from across the globe. Written by Ron Broadhurst and published by Rizzoli in fall 2015, Retreat goes inside “the most forward-looking spaces designed for rustic living in the 21st century.” From New Zealand to Washington, off-grid and green homes are highlighted with gorgeous photography and informational tidbits on the architectural and design approach of each project. Built in 2012 by local firm Bercy Chen Studio and commissioned by a science fiction writer, the Edgeland House in Austin was constructed by allowing the surrounding natural beauty to inform the space. Step into the secretive escape by flipping through the images above.

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