LAKE HOUSE RETREAT
Project Type: Farm + Ranch
Location: West Texas
Year: 2025
Size: 15.75 acres
The project site sits on a secluded peninsula extending into a narrow finger of the lake, surrounded by a landscape rich with grama and bluestem grasses, juniper, mesquite, and red cedar. Steep slopes lead down to the water’s edge, covered in native stone and alkaline soils prone to erosion. Unlike many man-made lakes in Texas, this particular lake prohibits docks, preserving its pristine, untouched character.
Envisioned as a weekend retreat that will eventually become a primary residence, the property is designed to foster a deep connection with the natural surroundings while accommodating family and friends. Potts Design Group provided design services for the entry gate and primary residence landscape, integrating low-impact strategies and the family’s love for fishing. The firm also developed pricing documents for the septic and geothermal fields and collaborated closely with the client to model both the primary residence and interior spaces, ensuring a seamless connection between the indoors and outdoors.
Project Team: RS Dream Design – Architect, Blane Potts, PLA, ASLA – Landscape Architect