Curve Appeal
The Shore Vista Boat Dock in Austin, Texas is a stunning multi-purpose structure located at a bend in the Lake Austin River across from Canyonland Nature Preserve. Its oval form emulates the meandering river and allows the rolling hills beyond to be captured into its visual frame.
The cylindrical, two-story dock sports a waterfall, play area and entertainment salon as well a boat mooring for travelers who reach the area. A gently sloping staircase curls around its two levels. The first floor deck is surrounded by a curved glass balustrade that parts to let the waterfall empty into the lake below. Behind the flowing cascade is a lowered beach area, which serves as a play platform and provides effortless access into the water. The boat slips into a recess in the deck.
The architects and designers of Bercy Chen Studio LP chose massaranduba (Manilkara spp.), also known as Brazilian redwood, for the Shore Vista Boat Dock. Massaranduba is a sturdy, durable, aesthetically pleasing wood, and they knew it would hold up well in an environment of intense sun and constantly churning water.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Shore Vista Boat Dock located?+
The Shore Vista Boat Dock is located at a bend in the Lake Austin River in Austin, Texas, across from Canyonland Nature Preserve.
What wood species was used for the Shore Vista Boat Dock?+
The dock was built using massaranduba (Manilkara spp.), also known as Brazilian redwood.
Why was massaranduba chosen for the Shore Vista Boat Dock?+
Massaranduba was selected because it is sturdy, durable, and aesthetically pleasing, and it holds up well in an environment of intense sun and constantly churning water.
Who designed the Shore Vista Boat Dock?+
The dock was designed by the architects and designers of Bercy Chen Studio LP.
What features does the Shore Vista Boat Dock include?+
The two-story cylindrical dock includes a waterfall, play area, entertainment salon, and boat mooring. It also has a curved glass balustrade on the first floor deck and a lowered beach area behind the waterfall for water access.
How does the design of the Shore Vista Boat Dock relate to its surroundings?+
Its oval form emulates the meandering river at the bend where it sits, and the shape allows the rolling hills beyond to be captured into its visual frame.