After buying a secluded Potomac property, a couple tapped architect Jim Rill to update the residence. “They loved the concept of a house in the woods with a strong connection to nature,” he recalls. On the wish list was a third-floor owners’ suite from which they could enjoy the bucolic scenery.
Working with Thorsen Construction and designer Laurie McParland, Rill devised a plan featuring a charming bathroom retreat. It tucks into the roofline beneath a slanted ceiling and centers on an existing skylight. A roomy shower, positioned to take advantage of the skylight, “feels like you’re showering in the woods,” says the architect. A built-in bench sits within a niche in the shower; it is embellished by marble tile in a tactile mosaic pattern.
A sculptural tub from Vintage Tub & Bath perches in front of the shower, which is enclosed in clear glass so as not to interrupt the flow of light to the room. Marble surfaces are warmed by a walnut vanity and shelving, both crafted by Danish Builders. V-groove siding on the ceiling adds character.
Renovation Architecture: James Rill, Rill Architects, Bethesda, Maryland. Interior Design: Laurie McParland, Laurie McParland Design, Olney, Maryland. Renovation Contractor: Thorsen Construction, Alexandria, Virginia.
There’s an art to designing a restful room,” opines Kelley Proxmire, an expert at creating moods with color and pattern. “Rooms should be welcoming and crisp, calming and pretty.” Below, the designer shares further insights.
TIP 1 Choose one strong color, then add complementary hues.
TIP 2 Balance is key to combining strong colors and patterns.
TIP 3 Pastels tend not to blend with bolder colors; stay within the tones of stronger colors and patterns for a cohesive look.
TIP 4 Contrast dark shades with crisp white to keep a space light and bright.
TIP 5 Be aware of the scale of a pattern and how it complements your colors.
TIP 6 Mixing mini-prints with stripes, checks and florals is in now.
While a Fulton, Maryland, couple expecting their first child opted not to find out the baby’s gender, the mother-to-be still wished to have the nursery newborn-ready. Designers Laura Outland and Lynne Lawson of Lawson Dream Team/Decorating Den Interiors were tapped to conceive a warm, welcoming—and gender-neutral—space. “She wanted a whimsical and sophisticated vibe so they could enjoy their baby without feeling like they were in daycare,” recalls Outland. Space was at a premium as the room, measuring 100 square feet, needed to accommodate a crib, storage and a rocking chair.
The design team went with a monochromatic color scheme of gray, black and white. York Wallcoverings wallpaper in a soft cloud pattern accents one wall, with white pompom curtains and an eye-catching black-and-white rug from Surya. An industrial-style Elk Lighting chandelier resembles a mobile. Strategically placed, a comfy upholstered rocker and fluffy footrest beckon. Artwork depicting baby animals hangs above the crib, poised to greet a newborn in style.
Interior Design: Lawson Dream Team/Decorating Den Interiors, Columbia, Maryland. Styling: Charlotte Safavi.
Nestled pondside on a remote farm, a tiny, rough-hewn outbuilding appears to be a longtime fixture. In fact, it’s the recent creation of GriD Architects principal Alick Dearie, AIA, whose parents have owned the West Virginia property since 1978. “This spot has held rudimentary saunas before,” Dearie relates. “After the last one burned down, we wanted something permanent.”
Inspired by Native American “ritual sweating” structures, Dearie designed a 67-square-foot structure with two bench-lined walls angled at an ergonomic 15 degrees. His colleague Brian Grieb, AIA, who teaches at Morgan State University, recruited six students to construct the sauna manually over 10 days.
A steel frame supports a 2,500-pound steel-plate roof that was hand-cranked into place. Reclaimed-oak cladding was torched to create fire-resistant shou sugi ban planks. A steel heat shield laser-etched in a West Virginia quilting pattern protects the interior from the wood-burning stove, protruding beyond the steel entry door to the exterior. The project, a 2020 AIA Maryland Citation award-winner, “combines the traditions of sauna building with those of outbuildings in the area,” says Dearie. “It reflects the spirit of place and possibility.”
Buying an American Four- square on a tree-lined Chevy Chase street fulfilled a dream for designer Katy Anderson, who had always wanted a historic property. After renovating the home’s interiors, Anderson and her husband embarked on a favorite plan for the outside: enclosing an existing side porch and attaching a new porch in back. “I’m from Atlanta, and porches are a way of life there, a way to extend the seasons,” observes the designer. “I wanted to take the indoors out.”
Anderson collaborated with architect Christopher Snowber on the renovation, which was a challenge when it came to the exterior because of the home’s historic designation. “As with many homes that have a strong historic character and engaging details, the trick was to echo the character of the existing house without being slavishly redundant,” Snowber notes. The design team enclosed the open porch on the driveway side of the house to create a mudroom; it matches a porch on the other side that was previously converted into Anderson’s home office. Both spaces boast restored architectural details and glass expanses over the openings between columns.
A roomy screened porch replaced a small deck and slate patio off the back. It extends along the side of the house to connect with her office. With its comfortable all-weather furniture and rug, the new structure “feels like another room,” Anderson says. A wood-burning fireplace provides a focal point and curtains frame the screens. Painted-wood floors paired with walls clad in their original stucco convey a vintage look, while reclaimed-wood ceilings unify all the porch spaces.
Renovation Architecture: Christopher R. Snowber, AIA, Hamilton Snowber Architects, Washington, DC. Interior Design: Katy Anderson, Katy Anderson Interiors, Chevy Chase, Maryland. Builder: Zantzinger, Inc., Washington, DC.
It all started when the wall oven broke. For a Potomac couple, the simple loss of this integral appliance snowballed into a sorely needed remodel. Their existing kitchen was dated and dysfunctional, with builder-grade cabinetry, vinyl floors and black appliances that were an eyesore. But the biggest problem was storage. “They wanted dedicated space for everything, from appliances to cookware, silverware, spices and pantry items,” says project developer Mary Englert of Case Architects & Remodelers, who collaborated on the project with designer Melissa Cooley.
They began by replacing the soffit above the wall cabinets with a row of cabinetry, perfect for storing and displaying seldom-used collectibles. They straightened and enlarged the inconveniently angled island and wrapped the base with cabinets. The walk-in pantry was replaced by a wall of easy-access, pull-out cupboards and a corner sink was removed to accommodate appliance garages tucked out of the way.
Customized storage abounds. “We found locations for each small and large appliance that would ergonomically serve the client,” recounts Cooley. Every item—toasters, blenders, mixers and more—was precisely measured to fit its allotted space and open cubbies were strategically placed for storage and display.
The adjacent family room was decorated in clean-lined style, so the owners embraced the same sensibility in the kitchen. Semi-custom Crystal cabinets in white and two shades of gray are topped with quartz counters. Large-format Porcelanosa tile with no grout lines—a favorite of the wife repurposed from the original kitchen—provides a three-dimensional, textured backsplash, adding visual interest without cluttering the busy space. Wood-look porcelain-tile floors are an extension of the family room floor, but delineated by a herringbone pattern.
Kitchen Design & Contracting: Mary Englert, CKBR, UDCP, project developer, and Melissa Cooley, CKBR, UDCP, designer, Case Architects & Remodelers, Bethesda, Maryland.
With visions of log-cabin vacations in the mountains, Elizabeth Reich and her husband, a mechanical engineer, purchased a small lot near Maryland’s Deep Creek Lake. They hired Eric Lapp of Snowy Mountain Construction, which specializes in log cabins, to build their weekend retreat. Choosing from a range of floor plans, the couple tweaked their choice to reflect their personal tastes.
“It gets really cold up there, so I wanted everything to be as cozy as possible,” explains the designer. “And there’s no question that log cabins are cozy!”
Clad in sturdy standing deadwood, the three-bedroom abode encompasses an open-plan living/dining area and kitchen, with a mudroom and separate owners’ suite. The second floor houses a bedroom for the couple’s 11-year-old son, along with a guest room and a loft with a pullout sofa overlooking the living area. Natural pine clads the interiors from top to bottom, and Reich had the floors and doors stained dark for contrast.
Against this backdrop, she imparted “a rustic-modern feel—but not country,” she says. “I layered fabrics and mixed materials, patterns and textures to create interest.” Soft but durable Moroccan rugs warm the rooms and bright-hued fabrics adorn the beds and punctuate the living spaces via pillows and throws. When it came to furniture, vintage and new pieces serve the dog- and kid-friendly home well. “I like everything imperfect,” Reich avers. “Nothing should be too precious, even if it’s new.”
After a day skiing (or ziplining, their son’s favored activity), a stone fireplace beckons, adorned with a reclaimed-wood mantel. On one wall, sliding-glass doors lead out to a deck while expansive windows take in those dazzling mountain views. n
Building Design & Construction: Eric Lapp, Snowy Mountain Construction, LLC, Swanton, Maryland. Interior Design: Elizabeth Reich, Jenkins Baer Associates, Baltimore, Maryland.
While updating the backyard of their traditional residence, Bethesda homeowners wished to make better use of their large, under-utilized patio by adding a three-season shelter for gathering. After considering pergolas and pavilions, they decided to up the ante to four seasons with a sunroom. Hired to overhaul the property, landscape architecture firm Fritz & Gignoux brought on architect Timothy Clites for the task.
Working with Horizon Builders, Clites conceived a 484-square-foot room, accessible from the house through existing glass doors. “We started with a traditional plan,” Clites notes. “But in the end, we felt it should have its own more modern vocabulary. As it turned out, a lot of creative things happened in that 22-by-22-foot space.”
Foremost among them: a star-shaped skylight, measuring 13-and-a-half feet from point to point. “The owners wanted it to look like a star had fallen through the ceiling,” Clites recounts.
“It became an exercise in how much glass was possible—they wanted more glass and less structure.” Two manufacturers designed star-shaped skylights in a sort of contest; Tanglewood Conservatories’ domed design, combining wide expanses of glass and a metal framework embellished with decorative cutouts, was the winner.
Ten-foot-tall, steel bi-fold doors open to the backyard on two sides. Integrated into the patio, a narrow reflecting pool borders one set of doors while the other set opens onto a portion of the patio delineated by low retaining walls. The patio’s existing slate surface was replaced with limestone that better supports the heavy structure. Armed with its own heating-and-cooling system, the light-filled sunroom stays comfortable year-round, whether it’s open for summer breezes or closed off for coziness.
Sunroom Architecture: Timothy L. Clites, AIA, Clites Architects PC, Middleburg, Virginia. Interior Design: Tricia Huntley, Huntley & Co., Washington, DC. Landscape Architecture: Fritz & Gignoux, Washington, DC. Builder: Horizon Builders, Annapolis, Maryland. Photography: Walter Smalling, Jr.
This waterfront home was completely remodeled inside and out,” says McHale’s Sandra Moffatt, who spearheaded the project. She and her team transformed all exterior spaces—including the area beneath the new deck, which now boasts a sea-glass mosaic path bordered by plantings.
| Then | Now |
| The house and its landscape lacked character and interest. An underwhelming entry portico greeted visitors. A small second-floor deck on the back of the house was the only space from which to enjoy the water views. | A stylish portico topped with a balcony conveys a sense of arrival. In lieu of the small rear balcony, a new ipe deck overlooking the water wraps around the house and accesses the side yard via a curved, wrought-iron stair. |
| The under-utilized yard was empty of hardscaping, with no place to gather at ground level. | A stone garden wall defines a circular side patio of irregular Pennsylvania flagstone and crushed granite. An adjacent spa is surrounded by travertine. |
| There was no landscaping, either around the house or by the water. Invasive phragmites and baccharis dominated the shoreline. | Limelight hydrangea, hibiscus and astilbe bloom around the patio, while a mix of ornamental and native perennials and grasses now graces the shoreline. |
Landscape Design & Contracting: Sandra Moffatt, McHale Landscape Design, Upper Marlboro, Maryland.
“The clients wanted a comfortable feel and didn’t want everything to look brand new,” says designer Pamela Harvey. “They already had much of the furniture, so we added interest with throw pillows, art and lighting. We mixed metals and tied the spaces together with black elements.”
| Then | Now |
| The kitchen and family room lacked connectivity, with an obtrusive wall and angled peninsula separating the two areas. Much of the kitchen was tucked behind the wall. The breakfast nook had little appeal. | The wall and peninsula have been removed and the kitchen reoriented to face the family room. A built-in banquette, Hans Wegner Wishbone chairs and custom shades add charm to the breakfast nook. |
| The family room focused on a dated, boring fireplace. A combination of wall-to-wall carpet and terra-cotta tile clad the floors. | A sleek, floor-to-ceiling slate fireplace wall with a rustic wood mantel takes center stage. Stained-oak floors connect both spaces. |
| Neutral fabrics, mundane art and dull lighting choices made the family room an uninviting spot. | The family room beckons, with vibrant pillows on the neutral sofa, eclectic art and eye-catching Visual Comfort lighting. A custom concrete coffee table anchors the room. |
Interior & Kitchen Design: Pamela Harvey, Allied ASID, NKBA, Pamela Harvey Interiors, Herndon, Virginia, and St. Petersburg, Florida. Kitchen Installation: Carrmichael Construction, Oakton, Virginia.
“To our clients, design was as important as function in their new bathroom,” says lead designer Shannon Embly. “We created a tile design that answered their wish for something unique to them, not just on-trend.” She and her team carefully mapped out tile color changes and layout transitions from horizontal to vertical—and were able to deliver on a chic, eye-catching design plan.
| Then | Now |
| Newly married clients lamented the lack of space and storage in their primary bathroom. A pedestal sink offered no surface area and the combination shower/tub was dated. | Slate Design & Remodel incorporated an adjacent hall closet and relocated the bathroom’s entry door. These changes made room for a glass-enclosed shower and a vanity with plenty of storage. |
| The run-of-the-mill room was painted a bland white and had no discernible style. The owners requested a clean-lined sensibility and a mix of neutrals and bold hues to enliven the space. | In the shower, an unusual stepped motif incorporates subway tiles in vivid green and an oatmeal hue. The green embellishes the vanity wall, while the oatmeal clads a partial privacy wall separating the shower |
| Dingy, dated floor tiles looked faded. A lack of effective lighting made the couple’s daily routines a challenge. | Wood-look porcelain floor tiles nod to the home’s wooded location. Recessed and task lighting keep things bright. |
Bath Design & Contracting: Shannon Embly, lead designer, Slate Design & Remodel, Chantilly, Virginia. Photography: BTW Images.
"Changes to prevalent developer houses in desirable neighborhoods are inevitable,” observes architect Robert Gurney. “While this renovation incorporated significant additional space, the goal was to add a new layer to the building’s existing fabric. The massing, architectural language and material palette created a home that is updated, modern and functional while respecting the context of the established neighborhood.”
| Then | Now |
| The run-of-the-mill spec house was too small; over the years, poorly designed renovations and additions had not answered the owners’ needs. | The home has been enlarged with new volumes adding a much-needed entry, screened pavilion and second-story office while maintaining the scale and rhythm of the streetscape. |
| The building was dark, encompassing a hodgepodge of styles, details and finishes. | Expanses of glass now organize the interiors more efficiently, introducing natural light and a sense of openness throughout sleek, streamlined spaces. |
| The residence was part of a post-War development of similar, one-story residences. Its unremarkable front façade lacked curb appeal. The owners wanted to conjure a stylish aesthetic using a material palette consistent with what was already around them. | Black-framed windows add an industrial-modern touch, while a central gable sounds an abstracted-traditional note. Painted clapboard siding, stone and slate roofing are in keeping with the surrounding homes. |
Renovation Architecture: Robert M. Gurney, FAIA, Robert M. Gurney, FAIA Architect, Washington, DC. Renovation Contractor: Added Dimensions, Inc., Takoma Park, Maryland. Landscape Architecture: Campion Hruby Landscape Architects, Annapolis, Maryland.
After buying their first home, a traditional, 1947 residence in Falls Church, a young couple found they could not see eye to eye on how to decorate it. “Each had their own style and those styles didn’t mesh,” recalls Nancy Powell of Powell Brower Interiors, the mother-daughter design duo tapped to remedy the situation.
“The husband liked an industrial look while the wife was attracted to something warm, charming and kitschy,” adds Bethany Brower, Powell’s daughter. “They were on totally different pages.”
In addition, a series of renovations over the years had left the existing living spaces disjointed and short on storage; in fact, the dining room doubled as a library. Powell and Brower streamlined the spaces, removing an unwanted side door in the living room and incorporating an ingenious hall closet into the adjacent dining room, where it maintains a low profile behind flat-paneled doors papered to match the walls. In the owners’ third-floor bedroom, a closet was eliminated in favor of a symmetrical layout that would gracefully accommodate the bed.
Tackling the couple’s style differences required some finessing. Eventually, Powell and Brower homed in on a whole new look, inspired by the wife’s work in forestry. They kept the living room neutral with rustic and refined wood pieces and channeled an organic vibe in the dining room, where Phillip Jeffries grass cloth the color of birch bark covers the walls, accented by trim in Benjamin Moore’s Garden Oasis. Printed vinyl wall covering in the bedroom conjures the feel of an aerie amongst the trees. Strong-grained hickory floors throughout the home emphasize a connection to nature.
Interior Design: Nancy Powell and Bethany Brower, Powell Brower Interiors, Manassas, Virginia. Contractor: Bedrock Remodeling, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland. Styling: Charlotte Safavi.
Advice before embarking on a design project?
Bethany: Arguably more important than what clients do like is what they don’t. When something hits you viscerally, tell your designer so they know where to stretch your tastes and where to mind the fences.
How do you reflect your clients in each project?
Nancy: To capture personalities, we consider lifestyle, tastes and the whole home. We try to showcase personal treasures.
Share a technique you use to create continuity between spaces.
Bethany: Repeating elements like paint color, finishes and materials establishes flow, so things have a “friend” in other spots in the house.
What elements help to marry different materials and finishes?
Nancy: My formula is: black, rugs, art, greenery, glass. That’s the foundation—plus natural materials like wood, stone and metal.
Faux materials can look dated quickly.
A steeply sloped Bethesda lot turned out to be the perfect spot for a custom home designed by GTM Architects and constructed by Sandy Spring Builders. “We worked with the site’s natural grade,” says GTM’s Mark Kaufman. “We were able to give the basement full light on one side of the house while a few retaining walls allowed for a flat backyard with a pool.”
The L-shaped, 6,900-square-foot residence comprises three gabled volumes: A central, open-plan kitchen/living area is flanked on one side by a garage with three kids’ bedrooms above it and on the other by a ground-floor owners’ suite. The latter volume creates one half of the L; along with the central volume, it embraces a courtyard for the pool and patio. The lower level includes a guest suite and—for the owners’ lucky teenage boys—a sport court complete with high-impact walls, lacrosse nets and a basketball hoop.
Clad in board-and-batten and lap siding, the home nods to farmhouse style—though simplified architectural lines and expanses of black-framed glass give it a modern edge. Giant clerestory windows in a double-height vaulted ceiling bathe the living area in light. A sleek kitchen anchors one end of the space while at the other, a blackened steel fireplace is the perfect spot to gather. Clean-lined finishes selected by design coordinator Robert Pincus of Sandy Spring Builders contribute to the home’s contemporary sensibility.
Both the central volume and owners’ suite open to a grassy backyard via sliding-glass doors. A covered porch off the dining area boasts retractable screens; it flows out to an ipe deck where the pool and a raised hot tub beckon.
Architecture: Mark Kaufman, AIA, LEED AP, GTM Architects, Bethesda, Maryland. Interior Design & Contracting: Sandy Spring Builders, Bethesda, Maryland. Landscape Design: Joel Hafner, Fine Earth Landscape, Poolesville, Maryland.
How do you ensure that a modern home will fit into a traditional neighborhood?
I keep to classic shapes such as gabled roofs but simplify them and enlarge the windows. If it’s scaled right and you make it beautiful and high-quality, a modern home can read well in a traditional setting.
What building materials do you favor for modern projects versus traditional ones?
I rely on the same materials, but I use them differently: smoother stucco, stonework that is more linear, square gutters, different window profiles.
How do you scale a two-story, open-plan room so it feels intimate?
A vaulted ceiling adds a “wow” to a room, but for intimacy, features such as windows, lighting and kitchen cabinetry should be at human scale—the height of a normal ceiling.
Advice for clients building a custom home?
Make sure your architect knows how you want to live. The most useful information you can offer is your wish list.
Before visiting the showrooms below, check websites for store hours. Some locations may be open by appointment only.
AJ Madison Appliances’ 5,000-square-foot showroom offers indoor and outdoor appliances by brands such as Miele, Bosch, Sub-Zero, Viking and Gaggenau. Factory-trained staff members provide expert assistance. 8500 Leesburg Pike, Tysons; ajmadison.com
Architessa, formerly Architectural Ceramics, is a local tile mecca touting 40-plus brands in materials ranging from ceramic to glass to cement, along with complimentary design services. 172 Maple Avenue West, Vienna; architessa.com
Arhaus recently moved to Tysons Galleria, where a new showroom spotlights handmade antique reproductions and Old World-style pieces. In-house designers are on hand to help. 2001 International Drive, Level 2, McLean; arhaus.com
Ballard Designs’ 12,000-square-foot showroom is one of the catalog giant’s 17 U.S. storefronts. It puts a European spin on furniture, lighting, accessories and garden décor. 8084L Tysons Corner Center, Tysons; ballarddesigns.com
Bassett Furniture offers classic home furnishings and accessories at affordable price points. 7505 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church; bassettfurniture.com
Boconcept, a Danish manufacturer, offers an inventory of modern and Scandinavian-style furniture in Tysons Galleria. 2001 International Drive, Level 2; McLean; boconcept.com
Boss Design Center’s McLean location features bath and kitchen installations to inspire clients embarking on kitchen, bath and basement remodels. 1389 Chain Bridge Road, McLean; bossdesigncenter.com
Calligaris’ Tysons Galleria outpost features sleek, Italian-made modern furniture, lighting and accessories. 2001 International Drive, Level 3, McLean; calligaris.us
Capitol Closet Design's 2,000-square-foot showroom displays the latest walk-in and reach-in closets, pantries, laundry rooms, home offices and more. 8027 Leesburg Pike, Suite 304, Vienna; capitolclosetdesign.net
The Container Store is a one-stop shop devoted to stylish storage solutions, closet systems and clever gift-packaging options. 8459 Leesburg Pike, Vienna; containerstore.com
Ethan Allen manufactures furniture for every room in the home in a variety of styles, finishes and custom fabrics—along with accessories and outdoor furniture. 1622 Boro Place, McLean; ethanallen.com
Hamiltons Sofa & Leather Gallery sells furniture, lighting and fireplaces from its Tysons-area location. 5857-B Leesburg Pike, Falls Church; hamiltonssofagallery.com
Hästens, a Swedish manufacturer of luxury beds, mattresses, pillows and linens, offers its wares in a 1,186-square-foot Tysons Galleria showroom. Beds are crafted with natural materials including pine, wool, cotton and flax. 2001 International Drive, Level 1; hastens.com
The Kellogg Collection features elegant traditional décor. Start with a classic sofa and polish with an Aubusson rug, Chinese ginger jars and painted-wood accents. 1353 Chain Bridge Road, McLean; kelloggcollection.com
Lauren Liess & Co. x UKB (768 Walker Road) grew out of a collaboration between Unique Kitchens & Baths and interior designer Lauren Liess. Opened in October 2020, the 1,200-square-foot showroom in Great Falls Village Center showcases sundries on one side and the designer’s cabinet line with UKB on the other. In May 2021, Unique kitchens & Baths (756 Walker Road, Unit E) opened next door—a 900-square-foot space where the firm’s portfolio of cabinetry is displayed in kitchen vignettes. uniquekitchensandbaths.net; laurenliess.com
Miele in The Shops at Fairfax Square is the German appliance company’s only dedicated area showroom. Large appliances add style and function, while state-of-the-art coffeemakers do everything but drink the brew. 8065 Leesburg Pike, Suite 110, Vienna; mieleusa.com
Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams showcases its American-made, contemporary-classic sofas, chairs, beds and accessories in an 8,170-square-foot showroom in Tysons Galleria. 2001 International Drive, Level 3, McLean; mgbwhome.com
Pella Windows & Doors of Northern Virginia offers an Experience Center where customers can try out products via functioning windows and doors. 8150 Leesburg Pike, Suite 140, Vienna; pellabranch.com/northern-virginia
Posh! Inc. is a 10,000-square-foot-plus emporium full of marble-topped chests, chandeliers and sofas—punctuated with floral arrangements created in-house. 200 Dominion Road NE, Vienna; 703-319-7674
RH, the popular purveyor of upscale furniture, lighting, accessories and creative bed-and-bath collections, has moved to a new location in Tysons Galleria. 2001 International Drive, Level 2, McLean; rh.com
Roche Bobois’ sleek and traditional furniture offerings from international designers and fashion names like Jean Paul Gaultier and Maison Christian Lacroix are on offer in this showroom. 8075 Leesburg Pike, Tysons; roche-bobois.com
Stuart Kitchens features appliances, countertops and cabinetry lines including Rutt, Aristokraft and Downsview, along with the company’s own collection. The showroom also designs home offices, bedrooms and baths. 1359 Beverly Road, McLean; stuartkitchens.com
Stylish Patina offers an eclectic mix of vintage and modern furnishings and accessories, along with classes for the aspiring DIY-er. The showroom recently moved down the block to 450 W. Broad Street, Suite120A, Falls Church; stylishpatina.com
The Tile Shop inspires customers in a storefront featuring an extensive selection of floor and wall tiles. Installations and free design services shed light on the process. 8520 Leesburg Pike, Vienna; tileshop.com
Whom Home, a maker of environmentally friendly furniture and home goods, opened a showroom in Tysons Galleria in February 2021 that showcases its handcrafted, customizable wares in stylish vignettes. 2001 International Drive, Level 1, McLean; whomhome.com
Yardbird’s eco-friendly outdoor furniture, made from repurposed ocean plastic, is on display at a new brick-and-mortar storefront—along with umbrellas, pillows and more. 1929 Old Gallows Road, Tysons; yardbird.com
