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Clerestory paned windows and sliding glass doors anchor a new vaulted-ceiling breakfast nook, flooding this transitional kitchen with light.

James Rill, AIA

The addition of a stately double portico with Tuscan columns and Chippendale railings on the second floor balcony creates an inviting entryway.

One-on-One with James Rill, AIA

Meet the Architects

What or who inspired you to become an architect?
The hands-on process of starting with a blank slate and ending up with something functionally and aesthetically wonderful is what drove me to become an architect.

What common denominators define your approach to a renovation?
Listening to your clients and prioritizing their needs and wants. Identifying potential problems before they become large construction issues. And always incorporating as much light as possible.

Describe your own personal dream home.
I have always loved mid-century design for its connection to the outdoors and use of open floorplans to make small spaces feel larger.

Rill Architects
rillarchitects.com
301-656-4166

 

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