 | McHale Landscape Design |
 | Kane Landscapes |
 | Pristine Acres |
 | Fine Landscapes |
 | Ed Ball Designs |
Ed Ball Designs took an uninspiring, blank space and transformed it with an inspirational outdoor space that combines both style and function. With a feature pool at the centre, this outdoor living area was designed and constructed with a raised deck boasting seating and dining zones. A lower-level lounge space flows out to the pool; an adjacent spa incorporates an infinity edge that spills water into the pool, while a sheer-descent water feature beside the pavilion adds flow and movement. A pavilion with a wood-burning fireplace anchors one end.
Poor soil posed a challenge during the excavation phase for both the pool and pavilion, but Ed Ball Designs provided an engineered foundation and replaced contaminated soil with structural fill to bring this impressive design to life.
Ed Ball
Ed Ball Designs
703-433-1863
edballdesigns.com
Homeowners on a wooded lot in McLean enlisted landscape architect Oomer Syed of Fine Landscapes to reimagine their mundane backyard as a vibrant outdoor entertainment zone. “Our design encapsulates all the elements of fine outdoor living. An open-air structure is equipped for cooking, lounging and dining, with a changing room/bath,” recounts Syed. “And, of course, there’s the pool and spa.”
Inside the 1,000-square-foot structure, exposed timber trusses blend rustic and modern sensibilities, showcasing form as well as function. A rain-curtain waterfall spills from the gabled roof into the shallow end of the swimming pool. Silver travertine in a running-bond pattern clads the pool terrace, conveying a timeless look.
Oomer Syed
Fine Landscapes
703-421-7441
finelandscapes.com
Tapped to create a poolscape on a narrow McLean property, Pristine Acres conceived a compact design incorporating a flat-roof pavilion housing a waterfall edge bar, linear fireplace and grilling station; a 20-by-40-foot swimming pool and adjacent hot tub; a fire pit; and space for backyard recreation—all while preserving mature trees on the lot.
A modern aesthetic prevails in the clean-lined pavilion structure and organization of landscape elements. “The design was carefully planned with overlapping amenities that allow all the parts to work together,” relates landscape architect Kevin Kurdziolek. “Yet there is plenty of space for adults to enjoy while supervising kids at play.”
Kevin Kurdziolek
Pristine Acres
877-333-5651
pristineacres.com
Kane Landscapes turned a challenging property with multiple grade changes to advantage, reinventing the lot as a picturesque, terraced landscape with waterfalls and a winding, 850-square-foot koi pond at its center. Adjacent to this elaborate water feature, a swimming pool with a paver deck is anchored by a pavilion equipped with a stone fireplace. A floating gazebo and islands are connected by natural boulder slabs to the main patio.
Rustic boulder steps blend seamlessly with the pool pavers and make navigating the landscape easy. Patios bordered by stone walls and built-in seating promote easy enjoyment of the environment. In the gardens, lush plantings, including specimen species, provide color and texture and attract wildlife. A careful lighting plan enhances the space.
Emily Inglis
Kane Landscapes
703-803-3146
kanelandscapes.com
Clients had big plans for their Vienna, Virginia, property. They hired McHale Landscape Design to devise an extensive plan that included an oversized pool and spa, a three-hole putting green and parterre gardens.
The design team also conceived and delivered a pool house complete with indoor and outdoor kitchens, a full bath and room for entertaining, both inside and out. One side wing houses lounge seating around an outdoor fireplace while the other contains a covered al fresco dining room. A movable glass wall system allows the interior and exterior spaces to flow together.
Travertine paths, patios and pool decking are embellished by blue flagstone bands that emphasize the strong, geometric layout.
Anthony Cusat
McHale Landscape Design
301-599-8300
mchalelandscape.com
Home & Design unveiled its 20th anniversary issue during a festive event at ABW Appliances in Arlington on June 27th. Guests celebrated and browsed the showroom’s sleek installations.
 | Jennifer WalterFolding Chair Design |
 | Casey SanfordCasey Sanford Interior Design |
 | Sharron BraylockStudio One Design |
 | Julia Rose SchweyerJulia Rose Interiors |
 | Emily VaughanVaughan Interiors |
Home & Design celebrated the Spring 2024 issue of Chesapeake Views on May 15th at Walnut Hill Landscape Company’s new Annapolis headquarters. Guests gathered in the airy space to toast the launch.
Home & Design unveiled its May/June 2024 issue on May 7th with a lively reception at Closet Factory in Chantilly. Guests mingled and perused the showroom’s sleek installations.
 | A cozy screened porch enjoys dramatic Severn River vistas |
 | A chic breakfast nook forges a connection to Leeds Creek |
 | An architect revamps her modern townhome on Baltimore’s harbor |
The Mid-Atlantic chapter of the Professional Remodeling Organization (PRO) announced its 2024 PRO Remodeler of the Year Awards during a gala on February 3rd at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Gaithersburg. The awards go to remodeling and custom-building projects in DC, Maryland and Virginia; this year, judges reviewed 126 entries in 33 categories. Media sponsor Home & Design gave its Award of Excellence to a project by BOWA, featured in Home & Design's Spring 2024 issue, beginning on page 115. All the award-winning projects are listed below and can be viewed on the chapter’s website, promidatlantic.org.
Home & Design Award of Excellence
BOWA
Basement under $150,000
GRAND: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes
GRAND: MOSS Building & Design
Basement $150,000 and over
GRAND: Finesse Design Remodeling
MERIT: Smiley Renovations
FINALIST: HIVEX Basement Finishing Co.
Commercial Interior
GRAND: The Levine Group Architects + Builders
Creative Solutions
GRAND: Lofft Construction
MERIT: Daniels Design & Remodeling
FINALIST: PACE Design & Construction
Entire House under $500,000
GRAND: WINN Design + Build
MERIT: Blue Star
FINALIST: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes
Entire House $500,000 to $750,000
GRAND: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes
GRAND: LOFFT Construction
Entire House over $750,000
GRAND: Blue Star
MERIT: Lofft Construction
MERIT: BOWA
FINALIST: Smiley Renovations
New Custom Home under 4,500 square feet
GRAND: Superior Construction Services
New Custom Home 4,500 square feet and over
GRAND: Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.
Residential Addition under $250,000
GRAND: MOSS Building & Design
MERIT: Lofft Construction
FINALIST: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes
Residential Addition $250,000 to $500,000
GRAND: Marks-Woods Construction Services
MERIT: Sun Design Remodeling Specialists
FINALIST: Sun Design Remodeling Specialists
Residential Addition over $500,000
GRAND: Landis Architects | Builders
MERIT: TriVistaUSA Design + Build
FINALIST: Marks-Woods Construction Services
FINALIST: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes
Residential Bath under $50,000
GRAND: Honor-Roll Remodeling
MERIT: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes
FINALIST: Honor-Roll Remodeling
FINALIST: Superior Construction Services
Residential Bath $50,000 to $100,000
GRAND: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes
MERIT: Marks-Woods Construction Services
Residential Bath over $100,000
GRAND: Smiley Renovations
MERIT: Anthony Wilder Design/Build
FINALIST: Sun Design Remodeling Specialists
Residential Detached Structure
GRAND: Pristine Acres
MERIT: MOSS Building & Design
FINALIST: Superior Construction Services
Residential Exterior under $100,000
GRAND: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes
Residential Exterior $100,000 to $200,000
GRAND: Daniel Krienbuehl Contractors
MERIT: TriVistaUSA Design + Build
FINALIST: Spectrum Design Build
Residential Exterior over $200,000
GRAND: Spectrum Design Build
MERIT: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes
Residential Historical Renovation/Restoration under $250,000
GRAND: Marks-Woods Construction Services
Residential Historical Renovation/Restoration $250,000 and over
GRAND: Marks-Woods Construction Services
MERIT: Lauten Construction Co.
Residential Interior Element under $30,000
GRAND: The Levine Group Architects + Builders
Residential Interior Element $30,000 and over
GRAND: Daniels Design & Remodeling
MERIT: Daniels Design & Remodeling
Residential Interior under $250,000
GRAND: Superior Construction Services
GRAND: The Tailored Closet & PremierGarage of Washington, DC
MERIT: TriVistaUSA Design + Build
FINALIST: Spectrum Design Build
Residential Interior $250,000 to $500,000
GRAND: Case Architects & Remodelers
MERIT: Anthony Wilder Design/Build
FINALIST: Merrick Design and Build
Residential Interior over $500,000
GRAND: Bowers Design Build
MERIT: WINN Design + Build
FINALIST: BOWA
Residential Kitchen under $75,000
GRAND: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes
MERIT: Honor-Roll Remodeling
Residential Kitchen $75,000 to $150,000
GRAND: Case Architects & Remodelers
GRAND: Sun Design Remodeling Specialists
MERIT: MOSS Building & Design
MERIT: Spectrum Design Build
FINALIST: MOSS Building & Design
FINALIST: Tabor Design Build
Residential Kitchen over $150,000
GRAND: Bowers Design Build
MERIT: Synergy Design & Construction
FINALIST: InSite Builders & Remodeling
Residential Landscape Design/Outdoor Living Area $100,000 to $250,000
GRAND: Rust Construction
MERIT: Spectrum Design Build
Residential Landscape Design/Outdoor Living Area over $250,000
GRAND: Pristine Acres
MERIT: Pristine Acres
FINALIST: Landis Architects | Builders
Universal Design—Entire House/Addition
GRAND: MOSS Building & Design
Universal Design—Interiors
GRAND: Synergy Design & Construction
MERIT: Schroeder Design/Build
