This open, contemporary, custom home was designed for an active, empty-nester couple. This simple, yet clean design complements their furniture and glass collection, allowing for easy visual and physical connections to the outdoors. The design separates public and private areas of the home, while keeping the contemporary, open-concept layout intact. Split-system air conditioning units allow the residents to shut down unused zones in the house to significantly reduce energy consumption. Cantilevered roofs on the rear patio shade windows that capture southwestern views of the lake below, and greatly enhance comfort for their outdoor living. A roof deck over the garage maximizes the outdoor spaces and increases site specific views.