A new projecting overhang and a Corten steel planter announce the covered walkway leading to the entry.
A 1992 Bethesda tract house lacked curb appeal. The garage ate up most of the facade; meanwhile, the front entry was completely hidden. Inside, spaces were compartmentalized, and finishes included outdated 1990s “colonial” trim. Its owners wanted a modern, light-filled home that felt more connected to nature. Enter architect Robert Gurney, whose plan retained the basement, garage, fireplace and utility infrastructure, while adding 2,720 square feet.
A contemporary sensibility now defines the home’s new look, most notably in the projecting overhang that articulates the entrance. Simple forms in dark hues allow the building to blend into the landscape. Primary color accents dot both the exterior and interiors, where walls of double-height windows bathe the spaces in natural light.
Architecture: Robert M. Gurney, FAIA, principal, Robert M. Gurney, FAIA Architect. Interior Design: Baron Gurney Interiors, LLC. Builder: DAKS Builders. Landscape Architecture: Campion Hruby Landscape Architects.