An aerial view of a modern, mid-sized office building surrounded by lush greenery. The building has a curved, metallic roof and large glass windows. The architecture is contemporary, with stone accents. The Austin city skyline is visible in the distance under a partly cloudy sky.
Aerial view of a multi-lane highway surrounded by greenery and buildings. The highway has light traffic, with cars traveling in both directions. In the distance, a city skyline with tall buildings is visible under a clear blue sky. Verdant tree-covered areas and various structures border the highway.
Aerial view of a modern four-story building with a curved entrance and large glass windows. Green trees and a well-maintained landscape surround the building. Behind it, a city skyline with tall buildings is visible under a partly cloudy blue sky.
Barton Skyway Buildings I, II, III, and IV—This modern office lobby has a circular layout featuring a large floral arrangement on a glass table in the center, surrounded by four black leather chairs. Overhead, a second-floor balcony with railings and office doors is visible.
A multilevel parking garage in a suburban area with a clear blue sky. The structure features a white façade and green accents, including a covered entrance. Trees flank the sides, and it's a sunny day.
A modern lobby features gray marble floors and a symmetrical staircase with metal railings leading to upper levels. Light brown wooden panels flank the stairs, and a large potted plant is on the landing.
Barton Skyway Buildings I, II, III, and IV—This is an interior view of the office lobby, which features curved dark wood panels, a glass balcony, black armchairs, circular tile patterns on the floor, and lush green plants, captured under ambient lighting from recessed ceiling fixtures.
Barton Skyway 4 parking garage is a modern building featuring sandstone walls and curved metal roofing. It has rectangular columns, large windows, and a paved courtyard with green landscaping under a clear blue sky.
Barton Skyway Building III - A modern office building with a prominent glass facade and a curved architectural design under a clear blue sky. The building is surrounded by manicured landscaping and a paved pathway.
Barton Skyway Building III is a modern office building with a curved, white facade under a blue sky. The entrance features a circular paved area with a floral design and a central white oval.

Barton Skyway Buildings I, II, III, and IV

The Barton Skyway offices sit on an environmentally sensitive wooded site.

The awe-inspiring Barton Skyway offices lie on an environmentally sensitive wooded site in Austin, Texas. The buildings have a campus-like feel and offer fantastic visibility and accessibility from South Mopac Expressway. The site’s steep topography has been cleverly used to create buildings that provide captivating views of downtown Austin, Barton Springs, and Zilker Park. 

The buildings have been thoughtfully designed to blend seamlessly with the natural environment. The front-facing creek has deep punched openings in native stone veneer, providing an earthy texture and feel. On the other hand, the precast panels have horizontal ribbon bands of reflective glass that shimmer in the sunlight, creating a stunning contrast.

One and Two Barton Skyway are towering four-level buildings spanning 196,000 square feet, providing ample space for any organization. The buildings are equipped with a 728-car garage for ease of commuting and parking. 

Three Barton Skyway is a true masterpiece. It offers 173,000 square feet of Class “A” office space with a parking ratio of 1,250, making it a perfect location for those looking for a comfortable and hassle-free work experience. 

The final development phase is Four Barton Skyway, an architectural wonder spanning over 222,000 square feet. The building has been designed with structural parking at a ratio of 41,000 square feet, providing ample space for both employees and visitors.

Client
Prentiss Properties

Location
Austin, TX

Opened
January 1997

Services
Architecture, Interior Design

Project Details