


Leaf Deck at the Confluence
The Leaf Deck marks the terminus of the Waterloo Greenway at its intersection with Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin, TX. The deck creates a perch to observe the particularly active habitat area for terrestrial, avian, and aquatic fauna at the creek’s mouth. This 800 sf deck was clad in 5/4 x 6" Tantimber Thermowood Ash Decking.
Location: Austin, Texas
Year: 2025
Client: Waterloo Greenway Conservancy and City of Austin
Design Team: Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates Inc., dwg., Architectural Engineers Collaborative
General Contractor: Jay-Reese Contractors, Inc.



