Layered Outdoor Living on Lake Austin

Set along Lake Austin, this home by Southerly Homes was designed to feel connected to the landscape at every level. Austin Deck Company carried that same approach into the outdoor living spaces, creating layered decks, covered gathering areas, and open sightlines that make the exterior feel like a natural extension of the home rather than an afterthought.

TimberTech decking in French White Oak was selected for its softer, natural warmth that works comfortably alongside the cedar soffits, steel roofing, and clean stucco exterior. In large outdoor spaces like this, the wrong decking color can quickly feel flat or overly synthetic. French White Oak keeps the palette light and refined while still delivering the durability needed for a lakeside environment exposed to constant sun, moisture, and daily use.

The covered upper deck was designed to function as a true living space with room for dining, cooking, and gathering, while the lower level stays open and flexible closer to the water. Using TimberTech allows those spaces to maintain a clean, finished appearance without the ongoing maintenance cycle that often comes with traditional wood decking around the lake.

TimberTech Impression Rail with Cable helps complete the project without competing with the view. The darker aluminum frame gives the decks and stair runs a strong architectural edge, while the cable infill keeps your eye moving outward toward the lake instead of stopping at the railing line. The addition of the TimberTech drink rail ties the system together even further, using the same decking board as the top rail to create a more substantial ledge for drinks, gathering, and everyday use without interrupting the clean lines of the railing.

Together, the decking and railing create an outdoor environment that feels warm, durable, and comfortable to spend time in. Whether it is a quiet morning overlooking the lake or a full evening with friends gathered around the outdoor kitchen, the material choices support the way the home is actually lived in. Nothing feels overdone or forced. The space simply works with the architecture, the setting, and the lifestyle that comes with living on Lake Austin.

Check out Southery Homes' feature of this stunning home here.

Austin, TX

Builder: Austin Deck Company + Southery Homes

Product: TimberTech French White Oak Decking + IRX Cable Railing