# AUSTIN HOME TOURS 2025: Scott Specht

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Podcast: [Talk Design](https://stenobird.com/podcast/talk-design-1286552)
Published: 2025-10-26T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/talk-design/episodes/austin-home-tours-2025scott-spetch
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## Resource

Stealth House redefines the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) as a private, self-sufficient retreat within a dense urban environment. Designed for a compact, alley-access lot, this 1,100-square-foot residence transforms limited space into a light-filled sanctuary through innovative planning and material selection.  Keeping innovation and a unique spatial experience in mind, there are no perimeter windows. Instead, two internal courtyards provide daylight, ventilation, and nature-filled views. A primary courtyard with an olive tree offers shade and cooling, reducing energy demand. A secondary aviary courtyard with bamboo plantings introduces movement and texture. Floor-to-ceiling glass and mirrors enhance openness while maintaining privacy and tranquility. The home is a model of sustainability featuring solar panels with battery backup for energy independence; high-efficiency VRF HVAC, LED lighting, and ultra-efficient appliances. Additionally, the home uses corrugated Cor-Ten steel cladding for durability, low cost, and low maintenance. By integrating privacy, security, and sustainability, Stealth House serves as a model for high-performance urban infill housing.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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