Oversized windows frame views of Old Rag Mountain and forge indoor-outdoor connections.
On a five-acre plot in Etlan, Virginia, a contemporary farmhouse stands out among the rolling pastures—not least for its bold red hue. Designed by architect Robert Gurney, the 1,700-square-foot home features three connected gabled volumes dressed in humble exterior materials, such as clapboard siding, asphalt shingles and corrugated metal. Inside, tall ceilings, large windows and quiet finishes conjure an air of monastic calm, allowing the exquisite scenery to be the main draw.
Architecture: Robert M. Gurney, FAIA, principal; Matt Stephens, project architect; Robert M. Gurney, FAIA Architect. Builder: Fajen & Brown. Landscape Architecture: Campion Hruby Landscape Architects.