# Entry-Bridge Mansions The Westlake Drive House is a Luxurious Three-Building Residence in Texas By Emily Evans | Published 2011-08-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/westlake-drive-house References: [freshome](http://freshome.com/2011/08/24/sophisticated-texas-residence-integrated-in-a-peaceful-natural-landscape/) & [larue-architects](http://www.larue-architects.com/) It's been a while since I've seen an expansive home quite like the 4,722 square foot Westlake Drive House. This spectacular abode is located in Austin, Texas and boasts an incredible [three separate buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mango-lane-house). You name it, the Westlake Drive House has it: the collection of [outdoor kitchens, pools, fireplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-tres-patis), entry-bridges and a view of a scenic golf course help make this mansion an ideal abode for pretty much anyone. Just by looking at this house, I'm surprised their isn't a big name celebrity living here! **Implications** - Saving money seems to be passé in these post-recession times, especially according to high-spending consumers. While penny-pinching products were once embraced, companies should feel encouraged that once again consumers are okay with spending their savings on products that can be seen as investments. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Expansive Homes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative features and amenities that exceed the expectations of luxury homebuyers. - **Three-building Residences:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design modular and customizable housing solutions that offer flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and lifestyles. - **Outdoor Living Spaces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative outdoor spaces that incorporate functionality, comfort, and entertainment options to enhance the overall living experience. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Real Estate:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate smart home technologies and sustainable features into high-end properties to attract environmentally-conscious buyers. - **Architectural Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore and experiment with unconventional building designs and materials to create unique and visually striking residences. - **Outdoor Living and Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative outdoor furniture, kitchen, and entertainment solutions that enhance the functionality and aesthetics of outdoor spaces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxe Car-Focused Residence Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greenway-parks.md) - [Private Lifestyle Minimal Bungalows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/southwestern-residence.md) - [Tree-Surrounding Contemporary Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/live-oak-ride-residence.md) - [Castle-Inspired Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hollywood-hills-house-1.md) - [Compact Urban Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stealth-house.md) - [Tranquil River-Overlooking Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/river-bend-residence.md) - [Cantilevered Walkway Steel Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olson-kundig-1.md) - [Rustic Texan Ranch Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockin-8-ranch.md) - [Mountain Retreat Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horizon-cabin.md)