Construction photographs reveal the tower’s sculptural form, exposed perimeter columns, and the dynamic shifts in its profile as it rises above Lady Bird Lake in Austin.
The article showcases Waterline’s ascent to its full height of 1,025 feet (312 meters), making it the tallest building in Texas and a defining new presence on Austin’s waterfront as the city’s first supertall. Dezeen also notes Waterline’s integration with the surrounding public realm, including connections to the Rainey Street District, Waterloo Greenway, and the hike-and-bike trail, positioning the project as a vibrant new destination for residents and visitors.
Dezeen’s coverage details Waterline’s mixed-use program, which combines luxury residences, office space, a 1 Hotel, and retail within a striated, stacked design inspired by the movement of the lake surface. The article features comments from the development team on Waterline’s transformative impact on downtown Austin, emphasizing its role in public programming and accessibility. Developed by Lincoln Property Company and Kairoi Residential, with HKS as Architect of Record, TBG Partners as Landscape Architect, and interiors by Michael Hsu and Studio Mai, Waterline is scheduled to open in 2026.
