The Plant at Kyle

The Plant at Kyle sits on seventeen Hill Country acres about 30 miles from Austin, built around the award-winning 1990 Carraro Residence designed by Lake|Flato Architects. In 2021 the property received the Texas Society of Architects' 25-Year Test of Time Award, and it holds membership in the Iconic Houses Network. The house gained wider recognition when it appeared in Solange's Grammy-winning 2016 music video "Cranes in the Sky." The venue hosts weddings, retreats, meetings, performances, and other private celebrations on its flexible, wheelchair-accessible first floor, which includes a well-appointed kitchen and seating for up to 50 guests at six farm tables. Outside, the grounds offer a saltwater swimming pool, an open meadow, and ample parking. The Plant at Kyle is also a member of the International Dark-Sky Association, and its co-hosts lead architectural tours, nature walks, and stargazing sessions in addition to hosting events. Owned and stewarded by Mark Holzbach and Dana Friis-Hansen, the property emphasizes social equity, accessibility, and environmental sustainability, and welcomes LGBTQ+ celebrations.