Andersson-Wise, an American architecture studio, recently designed a boathouse on Lake Austin called the 'Bunny Run Boat Dock.' Crafted from a combination of raw materials and salvaged wood, the boathouse has an intentionally cobbled-together look that's reminiscent of the lakeside shanties that one might imagine in a episode of 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.'
The Bunny Run Boat Dock is a multifunctional building. It's lowest level, on the water, contains two boat slips. In the loft above, the boathouse holds an open air bar replete with comfortable seating as well as a balcony from which swimmers can leap into the lake below. At about 15 feet above the surface, jumping from the balcony is sure to be a thrill for any kids that get to hang out around the Bunny Run Boat Dock.
Salvaged Wooden Boathouses
Andersson-Wise's Bunny Run Boat Dock is on Lake Austin
Trend Themes
1. Salvage Architecture - Architecture design using recycled materials, bringing rustic styles to new and modern structures.
2. Multipurpose Lakefront Structures - Designing buildings to serve multiple purposes, including recreational and housing, for lakefront and waterfront properties.
3. Eco-friendly Boathouses - Creating boathouses that blend into their natural surroundings with environmentally friendly materials and construction techniques.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Design - Companies can promote the use of sustainable materials and multipurpose structures to reduce waste and provide unique designs.
2. Real Estate - Real estate developers can look to incorporate eco-friendly and versatile structures when designing lakefront properties to appeal to environmentally conscious buyers.
3. Boating and Watercraft - Boat manufacturers can find opportunities to create boats that fit into the rustic and natural aesthetic of modern boathouses and docks.