A Modern Home Framed by the View

By:
Drew Henry
Photography by:
Housi Media

Founded in 1998, Garner Homes has been known for delivering custom residences that pair timeless design with the latest building innovations. As a defining presence in Cordillera Ranch for over 20 years, the company is currently breaking ground on its 100th home within the community, reflecting both longevity and local trust. With a model home and office located inside Cordillera Ranch, the Garner team remains closely connected to the land and the people who call it home.

“We combine creative design with proven building science to deliver beautiful homes and an exceptional experience from design through post-construction,” said Trey Garner, Owner and Builder of Garner Homes. “Because a truly great home is defined by unwavering quality, thoughtful design and obsessive attention to detail from foundation to finish.”

That philosophy is evident throughout Garner’s newest 6,282-square-foot custom residence, which includes an additional 2,237 square feet of outdoor living space. Positioned on a hilltop site, the home was designed to maximize Hill Country views while maintaining privacy and a relaxing feel. Clean architectural lines are softened by warm, natural materials, resulting in what Garner describes as “a serene modern luxury estate.”

The homeowners envisioned a place where the family could gather for holidays and special occasions, while still allowing each person their own private retreat. Entertaining and indoor-outdoor living shaped a layout that balances openness with thoughtful separation. The primary suite occupies its own wing, while guest spaces sit opposite and shared living areas connect the two.

From its carefully planned layout to its layered natural materials, this Cordillera Ranch residence reflects Garner Homes’ commitment to creating spaces that are both beautiful and livable. “We hope people feel an immediate sense of calm and connection when they walk through,” Garner said. “More than anything, we want them to feel this is a place designed not just to impress, but to truly live in.”

Outdoor Living Spaces

Outdoor living defines the home, with more than 2,200 square feet of covered patios, terraces and balconies to take in the views. The exterior blends white rough and block-cut limestone with smooth stucco, paired with a black metal roof and window package. Guests are greeted by a front dining terrace that features a 42-inch masonry fireplace behind a low courtyard wall. 

At the rear, covered patios offer lounging, dining, and cooking areas beneath a wood-clad ceiling. A kitchen pass-through window enhances entertaining flow and keeps the drinks flowing as well. Guests can take a dip in the infinity-edge pool, complete with a tanning ledge, spa and fire elements, venture to the lower-level fire pit for a more intimate gathering space or practice their golf swing on the putting green.

Kitchen

The kitchen combines modern functionality with refined materials. Walnut and cashmere acrylic cabinetry is paired with Pegasus quartzite countertops that waterfall down the island. The quartzite continues up the range wall, framing the reeded vent hood and floating shelves with integrated LED lighting. Sub-Zero® and Wolf® appliances support daily cooking and entertaining, while Visual Comfort Osiris sconces add sculptural lighting. A large island with seating for five reinforces the kitchen’s role as the home’s gathering hub.

Great Room & Dining

The great room features 22-foot ceilings with wood beams and a 60-inch fireplace clad in Porcelanosa Dover Modern Line Caliza tile. A custom copper mantel by World Coppersmith and walnut floating shelves with LED lighting complete the feature wall.

The dining area opens to the front patio and is defined by a recessed ceiling detail with a modern chandelier. A wet bar with black finishes and a wine display anchors the back wall, making it even easier to entertain.

Game Room

The game room features a cove ceiling treatment with integrated LED lights that cascade down into white oak wall paneling, creating a dynamic, modern look. A wet bar with leathered marble countertops anchors the space, while a 16-foot sliding window and door system opens the home to the surrounding landscape and outdoor entertaining features.

Office

The upper-level office captures Hill Country views and opens to a private balcony. Rift-sawn white oak cabinetry, Provena Tresor flooring and a custom shelving unit balance function and design.

Primary Bedroom

The primary bedroom is finished with Provena Tresor Collection white oak flooring in wide planks. Plaster-finished walls in modern gray are paired with a cloud ceiling and perimeter cove lighting. A 36-inch Isokern vent-free masonry fireplace with Calacatta Cameo marble surround adds warmth, while expansive windows frame valley views. A modern chandelier completes the space.

Primary Bathroom

The primary bathroom features rift-sawn white oak cabinetry and honed Cinderella quartzite countertops. Lime plaster walls create a soft backdrop, and a Thassos marble and Namaste mosaic tile feature wall highlights a freestanding tub. Large-format 24×48 Ergon Stonewalk tile lines the floors and shower walls for a clean, modern feel. 

Garner Homes

210.493.1686 :: GarnerHomes.com

You Might Also Enjoy....

Outdoors

Camp season is officially on!

Our lineup of Summer Camps packs each week with adventure, skill building, new friendships and the kind of memories kids talk about long after school starts again. Whether your little Rancher is perfecting their golf swing, working on their serve, playing with horses, creating works of art, splashing in the pool or exploring the natural beauty of the Ranch, there’s a perfect fit for every kid’s curiosity. Our counselors bring high-quality instruction and tons of enthusiasm. And some new camps this year add to the fun! So, let’s trade in screen time for game playing and trying new experiences this summer!

Read More »
Cellar Club

Great 8

In this edition, I was assigned the daunting task of coming up with five wines that everybody should have in their cellar. My mind searched through the thousands of bottles that I have ever tasted, and then the tens of thousands of wines that I have researched throughout my career.
This has left us with the following list, which became Jeff’s Great 8. These wines are extremely rare and hard to find, and especially come with a huge cost.

Read More »
Member Services

Transform Team Performance with a Luxury Ranch Retreat

At The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch, corporate retreats are thoughtfully designed experiences — available exclusively to our members and their invited guests. Set against the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country, the Ranch offers a seamless blend of business, luxury and leisure, creating an environment where teams can connect, collaborate and recharge.
As a true one-stop destination, The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch provides everything needed for a successful retreat: private meeting spaces, luxury lodging, chef-driven catering, curated outdoor experiences and optional airport transportation for added convenience.

Read More »