Westlake Modern Landscape Project

• Location- Westlake Residence in Austin, Texas
• Architect- Open Envelope Studio
• Builder- Praetorian Landscaping

This modern landscape project in Westlake, Texas was designed and built to complement the home’s architecture while delivering a refined, functional outdoor environment. The project was recognized for its craftsmanship and design execution and was featured in Austin Home’s 2nd Annual Great Outdoors, highlighting it as one of Central Texas’ standout outdoor living spaces.

Praetorian Landscaping partnered closely with the project team to execute all landscape construction, with a focus on clean detailing, durable materials, and long-term performance suited to Westlake’s terrain and climate.

This Westlake landscape project involved a comprehensive outdoor transformation that balanced modern design principles with technical construction requirements. The scope included hardscape installation, custom steel fabrication, planting, irrigation, and grading—executed as a cohesive design-build effort.

The goal was to create an outdoor space that felt architectural, intentional, and seamlessly integrated with the residence, while remaining functional for everyday use and entertaining.

The hardscape elements were designed to define outdoor spaces with clarity and restraint. Clean lines, carefully selected materials, and precise installation methods were used to ensure longevity and visual consistency.

Hardscape features included:

• Modern patios and walkways
• Retaining elements integrated into the site’s grading
• Durable materials selected for Central Texas conditions

Proper base preparation, drainage management, and construction sequencing were critical to ensuring the long-term performance of the landscape.

Custom steel elements played a key role in elevating the project’s modern aesthetic. All steel components were fabricated with architectural precision and installed to align with the home’s contemporary design language.

Steel features included:

• Architectural steel details
• Custom fabricated landscape elements
• Structural and decorative components designed for longevity

Steel was selected not only for its appearance, but for its durability and ability to age gracefully in the Texas climate.

Planting was approached with an emphasis on structure, texture, and sustainability. A curated plant palette was selected to complement the modern design while performing reliably in Westlake’s soil and sun conditions.

The irrigation system was designed and installed to support plant health while promoting efficient water use, with proper zoning and coverage to adapt to seasonal changes.

This project was featured in Austin Home’s 2nd Annual Great Outdoors, recognizing its thoughtful design, quality construction, and contribution to modern outdoor living in Central Texas.

Being included in this feature reflects the level of craftsmanship, coordination, and attention to detail that defines Praetorian Landscaping’s work.

Praetorian Landscaping specializes in high-end landscape construction in Westlake and the greater Austin area, delivering modern outdoor spaces built with precision and care. Our design-build approach ensures that landscapes are not only visually compelling, but engineered to perform over time.

If you are planning a modern landscape project in Westlake or Austin, our team brings the experience and construction expertise required to execute complex outdoor environments at the highest level.