Warmed by radiant heat, the screened porch is detailed with cedar trim to complement the great room.
A recent overhaul by Amestudio transformed a one-story 1960s home into a retreat that architect Ben Ames and the retired homeowners envisioned as a portal to nature. The redo repurposed the original, rectangular volume as a home office and movie lounge. Meanwhile, Ames created a new entry along the structure’s southern edge, with a hallway leading to an addition housing the kitchen, living/dining area and owners’ suite. Topping the addition is a butterfly roof, with openings that improve views of the property’s mature trees and integrate a decorative Japanese maple between the dining area and screened porch. “This project was inspired by the Mid-Century Modern legacy of nearby Hollin Hills,” explains Ames. “The result is a home that embraces the garden, seeking balance and harmony.”
Architecture: Benjamin Ames, AIA, Amestudio, Inc. Contractor: Trevor Voglmayr, Washington Landmark Construction LLC.