The River House is designed to take advantage of the views to the river, maintain a large back yard, and not ignore the relationship to the street. Set on a large river lot, the home is created to look and feel like it is part of a rural setting though it resides in the heart of Lafayette. The front of the home is anchored by a smaller structure reminiscent of a rustic auxiliary building which might have been found on one of Louisiana’s historic Plantation properties. The front of the home remains private but connects to the street with a large front porch covering this part of the house, while the back of the home is mostly glass allowing unobstructed views to the river. Features like an outdoor spa/shower, a screened porch, and reclaimed wood and brick accents throughout the interior make this custom home a familiar place for the owner.