Designed by Lemmo Architecture and Design, Clear Rock Ranch Lookout is a raw steel hunting blind, writing studio, an observation deck that celebrates the stunning landscape and wildlife views. The 450sf 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.
photography by Casey Dunn
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
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Large sheets of glass, a variety of warm woods, and a highly detailed assembly complete the “jewel box in the landscape” expression of the lookout.
Clear Rock Ranch received a local AIA Austin award in 2017.
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Project Info:
Architects: Lemmo Architecture and Design
Location: Johnson City, Texas 78636, United States
Architects in Charge: Ryan Lemmo, AIA and Stephanie Lemmo, Assoc. AIA.
Contractor: Ron Reue Construction
Steel Fabrication: Longhorn Welding
Structural Engineers: Arch Consulting Engineers
Area: 450.0 ft2
Project Year: 2016
Photographs: Casey Dunn
Project Name: Clear Rock Ranch
