From Vision to Reality
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This distinctive contemporary home had become a bit blurred and dated over the years—and it was facing serious damage from leaks that had developed in the exterior walls and windows. The exterior remodel provided a solid solution with quality materials and workmanship to restore and secure its unique architecture for the long run.
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These homeowners knew it was vital to replace the deteriorating, coral-color stucco on their exterior—leaking from this and many windows was threatening their home’s structural integrity. We introduced them to a new type of stucco that stands up to the Washington-area climate. New roofing, siding, gutters and downspouts, and 70-some window replacements followed. The result: a watertight, safe, efficient home that will retain its luster far into the future.
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Viewed from the street, the home’s clean lines and crisp design now speak for themselves through enduring materials such as flagstone, sleek stainless steel, a modern color palette of sophisticated neutrals, and the welcoming energy of strong red at the front door.
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A spacious, serene master bath and expansive closet take the place of a dated, cramped space that, worst of all, had a tub but no shower. Now, the bath is fully outfitted with a luxury shower and vanities. A marriage of beiges in natural stone creates a color scheme that’s perfectly balanced between light and dark.
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A wake-up call comes in the form of a new shower, with three modes: wall-mount, rain shower, and hand shower. A subtle gradation and smart showerhead placement ensure the toweling area doesn’t get wet.
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The dividing wall by the vanity features a striking stone-and-tile arrangement that helps the design hit the sweet spot between blah and busy. The chiseled stone edge is sandwiched between tile layers of lagos azul, a high-quality limestone prized for its ability to harmonize with many types of natural stone.
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Redesign with an open plan gave these homeowners organized storage they had not before enjoyed—and dressing space bathed in natural light.
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Switch on the light, run the water, no problem—smart design ensures using the master bath won’t disturb anyone in the master bedroom or even in the open-plan closet.
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A vertical tile layout and solid wenge wood vanity—as thick as butcher block and treated with natural oils to make it water-resistant—lend contemporary spirit to the powder room. The sink’s refreshing jolt of green glass enlivens the scene.
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Glass doors to the dining room are frosted in a pattern of squares, repeated in the home decor. A two-level island directs flow and clearly maps out the cook’s territory: prep work on the lower level, bar and lounge up top.
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A two-level island makes a handy place for guests to perch a glass or two as well as answering the eternal question: Where to put the microwave? (Right over the warming drawer.)
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Punches to the dining room echo the lines of the framed painted-wood cabinetry and island base. A lively squiggle of track lighting above is also practical for the cook.
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For a client who wanted a kitchen that literally shines, textured stainless surrounding windows and brushed aluminum laminate on the island really show their mettle.
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For the bath used mostly by youngsters and guests, the homeowners wanted a feeling of fun and lightness that retained some sophistication. The solution? A tile color with plenty of pop, warm maple cabinetry, the creative twist of a big trapezoidal mirror, and overall clean design.
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During the first phase of the remodel, a bump-out was added to improve the flow from the new kitchen and add family room space. Of course, the views and natural light are a nice bonus, as well.
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The unique geometry of this contemporary home is intact—but its interior space is greatly expanded. So is the useful exterior space, where a pleasant, sheltered deck invites entertaining.
From Vision to Reality
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Awarded the 2011 Chrysalis Award: National Winner for Master Bath over $60,000; 2011 Professional Remodeler Design Award: Silver Award for Bath remodel more than $30,000, and Bronze Award for Whole House Remodel more than $750,000; 2010 National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Capital CotY Award: Grand Award Winner for Whole House over $ 1 million.
Photography by Maxwell MacKenzie