![]() At night, antique bronze wall lanterns light the space. ![]() Its main area features a large dining pergola and seating areas divided by large stone planters of crepe myrtles that provide seasonal color. Above the pool, a sprawling patio with herringbone-patterned stonework offers ample space for entertaining. The lower level features a fountain that flows into a swimming pool specially designed for the hillside setting. A carefully designed drainage system and berms direct water flowing down the hill safely around the Fields House during heavy rains and provided inspiration for the fountains that grace the property. The extensive exterior rockwork used for retaining walls, patios, and walkways required over a million pounds of stone and 148 truckloads of concrete. The home combines several styles: Southwestern Ranch, Mexican, Mediterranean, and Italian in a final design that links the home to its hillside site and takes advantage of the striking river views.Įxisting large live oaks and new trees, shrubs, and plants added by the homeowners provide shade, texture, and color outdoors. Balconies for the upstairs bedrooms, featuring cedar beams and surrounded by decorative wrought iron, further enhance the exterior. The home's expansive exterior is composed of limestone, stucco, and cedar and capped by a red tile roof. The water enters the house at approximately 70 degrees then a heat exchanger raises or lowers the temperature as needed. At the Fields House, eleven 200-foot deep holes recirculate water that provides eleven tons of air conditioning. These systems produce more energy than they consume, allowing them to exceed 100 percent efficiency. Rather than burning oil or gas to produce heat, geothermal systems extract heat energy from beneath the Earth. The Fields made the decision to use geothermal heating and air conditioning for their new home. Generously-sized windows and patio doors open the house to the outdoors while allowing natural light to bathe the rooms. The generous circulation space facilitates entertaining while achieving balance between public and private spaces. The interior of the home is a flowing open-floor plan with few designated hallways. The result is a home with a strong connection to the outdoors, expansive views of the Blanco River, and a very personalized interior. Mustard adapted the design to the location and to meet the Fields' personal needs and desires. As a starting point, the Fields used a plan Jerry's brother had used for a house in Mexico. An added bonus to the location is that Linda's two brothers have homes on the eleven acre property.Īrchitect Eric Mustard of Mustard Design Architects in Fredericksburg designed the Fields house. The Fields made the decision to tear down the four smaller houses to build a very special and spacious home that accommodates their family and many friends. The Fields are well-known philanthropists and are involved in a number of charitable organizations, including the American Cancer Society and the Ronald McDonald House.īefore building their new house in Wimberley in 2011, the Fields owned a small yellow house and other property on River Road that included three small houses. His wife, Linda Gregg Fields, a 1966 graduate of Texas State and a native of San Marcos, has served as a Director of the TSU - San Marcos Development Foundation. In 2013, Jerry received the Beta Gamma Sigma Business Award which honors individuals for significant achievements in business. Fields & Co., a worldwide supplier of steel products headquartered in Houston. Jerry Fields, who grew up in Midland, is a 1969 business graduate of Texas State and founder and chief executive officer of J.D. The Fields are distinguished alumni and major benefactors of Texas State University. The home will not be part of the regular home tour scheduled for Friday and Saturday, November 7, and 8. Attendance to this event is limited and, at this time, the event is sold out. The Wimberley Community Civic Club will open the 2014 Home Tour on Thursday, November 6, with the traditional Candlelight Cocktail at the home of Linda and Jerry Fields on River Road, Wimberley.
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