onion rings and ranch sauce

Temple Ranch is the seasonal retreat for its owners, who have for two decades passionately worked to manage, restore, and preserve the native habitat of this place in South Texas.Andersson Wise Architects realised that the building program outlined the importance of making buildings that promote social interaction and quiet contemplation, therefore the Architects have considered the gentle sloping terrain, natural air-conditioning offered by prevailing breezes, and the ever-present sun. 

The result from their study have created structures with deep open porches that appear to be carved out of the exterior brick volumes, revealing transparent walls that slide open to the rooms inside. The buildings are organized around an open courtyard with a large swimming pool and spa, oriented to take advantage of the prevailing breezes during the hot Texas summers.