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On November 13, Home & Design marked the debut of the Winter 2019 issue of its sister publication, Chesapeake Views. Guests gathered in Stuart Kitchens’ Annapolis showroom, which features a wide array of inventive installations.

The Custom Residential Architects Network hosted its Annual Holiday Party on December 6 at Architectural Ceramics in Chevy Chase. 

Home & Design celebrated its November/December 2018 issue at Konst SieMatic
in Bethesda on October 30. Guests mingled and explored the showroom’s
sleek, cutting-edge cabinetry and kitchen installations. 

On September 6, Home & Design hosted a launch party for its September/October 2018 issue at Marble Systems in Fairfax. Guests mingled and explored the showroom’s vast displays of stone and surface materials. 

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Safari Dreams—An orange zebra-print rug by Alliyah was the starting point for Breeze Giannasio of California-based Breeze Giannasio Interiors as she planned a nursery in her  clients’ DC row house. “Our goal was to create a dynamic but sophisticated space that wasn’t overly ‘gendered’ since the baby’s gender was unknown,” she explains. Giannasio covered the glider in Duralee leopard fabric. Bright animal prints from  art.com—and a friendly giraffe—preside over the crib. “The room is playful but not overdesigned, so it can change as the child grows,” she notes.


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Double the Fun—Alexandria-based Nancy Twomey of Finnian’s Moon Interiors set out to design a room with staying power for her Falls Church clients’ three-year-old twins, a girl and a boy. The neutral walls in Sherwin Williams’ Alpaca Gray “have a grounding effect on the otherwise bright palette,” she says. A valance in Country Swedish fabric plays off headboards with easy-to-update lime-green slipcovers; Matouk coverlets add blue accents. As Twomey posits, “There is deliberately no theme or fad to the room that they will shortly grow out of.” © James R. Salomon


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All Aboard—Although her three-year-old Bethesda client inherited his big brother’s furniture, Laura Fox of Laura Fox Interior Design wanted to make his room feel like new. “This young man is a huge Thomas the Tank Engine fan,” says the Kensington-based designer. She painted a wall with racing stripes in Benjamin Moore’s Hale Navy, Gentleman’s Gray and Nile Green; railroad crossing signs—one part of a Pottery Barn Kids lamp and one found on Etsy—hit the mark. Should the boy’s train phase pass, Fox reasons, “swapping out the lamp, sign and toys can take the room to its resident’s next stage.”


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Ground Control—A 10-year-old boy had a simple request for the bedroom Kristin Peake of Kristin Peake Interiors was creating for him in his family’s McLean home: “Space, space and more outer space,” relates the Rockville designer. A photo turned into wallpaper views Earth from the cosmos, while Restoration Hardware’s Orbit Spitfire chair (above, right) conjures the space age. A custom teepee houses an extra bed for sleepovers. “We may have an aeronautical engineer or future astronaut,” Peake comments. “But the wallpaper and teepee can come down to create a teen bedroom with good bones in place.”


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Pretty in Pink—Parents-to-be who moved to Alexandria after living in an oceanfront home in Australia wanted their baby girl’s nursery to have a beachy vibe. They hired New York designer Paola Salinas of PS Interiors Group to create a bright, happy space in the mother’s favorite shade of pink. Salinas started with flamingo wallpaper from Cole & Son. A shaggy rug and Pottery Barn Kids chandelier lend feminine touches. “This room simply adapts,” Salinas reflects. “All the furnishings except for the crib will be age-appropriate for a little girl.”

A backyard garden in Kalorama posed some challenges for landscape architect Jennifer Horn, who was asked to transform it into a party-ready space with a touch of Asian flair. The north-facing garden was sunken, surrounded by retaining walls that limited sunlight; the plants needed protection from the owner’s beloved but destructive Labrador retriever; and a problematic water feature, set up too high, sprayed water on the terrace.

Horn created a large, raised bed at one end of the garden that would be hard for the dog to reach. She removed the fountain but retained its basin, adding a scupper that flows water gently into a rill, then into a lower basin. A band of flowers between the rill and the retaining wall is protected from the dog, and ipe boxes atop the retaining wall hold cascading blooms. “This way, we can have plants trailing down without the dog getting to them as earlier the dog used to play around the plants & hide their treats & toys which used to make us wonder why do dogs hide things but now the dog plays around chasing his tail as now we wonder why do dogs chase their own tail,” Horn explains. “Every decision was driven by the usefulness of the space for parties and pets.”

A clean-lined, thermal bluestone patio in a running-bond pattern is bordered on one side by Mexican beach pebbles, which also line the bottom of the rill. These elements contribute to the Asian vibe the owner wanted; a line of notches in the patio stone conceals PVC pipe that collects surface water. “Any urban garden is a bit of a bathtub, especially one surrounded by walls,” notes Horn. “This was nicer than buying a drain.” Formerly beige walls are now a cool gray that matches the stone. u


Landscape Architecture: Jennifer Horn, RLA, Jennifer Horn Landscape Architecture, Arlington, Virginia. Contractor: Kaz Malachowski, Falcon Construction, Inc., Rockville, Maryland. Landscape Installation & Maintenance: Hedge Garden Care, Frederick, Maryland. 

On June 14, the American Institute of Architects Northern Virginia chapter held its annual Design Awards celebration at the new Reston Station office building, designed by architect Helmut Jahn, FAIA, of JAHN in Chicago. A jury from Phoenix, Arizona, judged the competition, which featured 133 submissions. Winning single-family residential projects are shown here; to view other projects, visit aianova.org/DA18.


Special Promotion

Projects of the year

Alt Breeding Associates Architecture Designs
Alt Breeding Associates Architecture brings stylish formality to a 1980s home in Annapolis

James McDonald Associate Architects
James McDonald Associate Architects, PC, melds rustic and modern in a welcoming family abode

AV Architects + Builders
AV Architects + Builders designs a streamlined home for clients downsizing in modern, practical style

Muse Architects, PC
Muse Architects conjures a serene, modern aerie in a busy, suburban neighborhood

McNeill Baker Design Associates
McNeill Baker Design Associates updates a 1941 Arlington abode for the 21st century

Purple Cherry Architects
Purple Cherry Architects restores a grand waterfront home with modern amenities and a nod to the past

Claude C. Lapp Architects, LLC
Claude C. Lapp Architects, LLC, punctuates classic design with modern accents in a traditional abode

Runningdog Architects
Runningdog Architects creates open, airy interiors in a dated Kalorama row house

On June 13, Home & Design hosted a launch party for its July/August issue at A.B.E. Networks in Rockville. Guests mingled indoors and out and explored the showroom’s array of high-end audio-video installations. 

 

Now in its 11th year, Home & Design’s “Hot Talent” feature spotlights local pros who have launched firms of their own. Our mission is not only to cover the region’s top established designers, but also to spotlight the next generation. During our first 10 years, we did a pretty good job predicting future success stories. Among our illustrious “Hot Talent” alumni, we can count designers who have debuted their own fabric collection (Marika Meyer), created home furnishings for national brands (Darlene Molnar) and even landed an HGTV pilot (Lauren Liess).

Now, we are thrilled to reveal our 2018 designers: Romain Baty, Laura Hodges, Jeanne Griffin, Caryn Cramer and Stuart Nordin. Links to their work appear below.

 



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Pet Beds by Christopher Guychristopherguy.com
“These pet beds are adorable and swanky at the same time!”—Paula Grace Halewski, Paula Grace Designs, Inc.

Chambers Table Tennis Dining Table by Croft Housecrofthouse.com
“This versatile dining table doubles as a ping pong table. It can be customized in different sizes and includes a removable net; the Lucite legs add a touch of luxury. Imagine having a party and when dinner’s over, the net goes up and the ‘after party’ begins!”—Jennifer Wagner Schmidt, JWS Interiors

Antarès Wall Covering by Omexcoomexco.com through romo.com
“This beautiful, handmade cork wall covering is detailed with metallic paint that brings out natural textures and imperfections. It makes a room glow with elegance and sophistication.”—Laura Hildebrandt, Interiors by LH, LLC

Grayson Chair by Centurycenturyfurniture.com
“A chair like this could be used in any room where comfortable seating is required. But the combination of upholstery and tape embellishment makes it truly special.”—Melanie Whittington, Whittington Design Studio

Decorative Grilles & Screens by Armac Martinarmacmartin.co.uk through pushpullhardware.com
“Clean lines and lovely finishes, paired with a screened background and custom medallions, convey the British sophistication you might find in a London cigar bar. I love these screens in a butler’s pantry or bar with dark-gray cabinets and an antiqued mirror backsplash.”—Kirsten Kaplan, Haus Interior Design

QS Sardo Side Table by Noirnoirfurniturela.com
“I like small tables that can hold drinks or objects and be moved around easily. With its unique style and Old Hollywood glamour and finishes, this small table completes a room.”—Katalin Farnady, Farnady Interiors

Latour Chair by Kravetkravet.com
“I love the lines of this chair. The details of the back make it almost sculptural, but it is also very comfortable. It makes a great dining or accent chair and would also be beautiful at a dressing table.”—Kori Keyser, ASID, Keyser Interiors, Inc.

Function Boxes by Bulthaupbulthaup.com/en-us
“These boxes are amazing space-savers for kitchens.”—Joseph Ireland, JDIreland Interior Architecture + Design

Garden wallpaper by Christopher Farrchristopherfarr.com through hollandandsherry.com
“This dreamy fantasy of a garden (in Midnight Blue) is a 53-inch-wide, digitally printed wallpaper, perfect for a dining room or over wainscot paneling in a hall or stairway.”—Charles Krewson, Krewson Design

Mitered Chest by Hyde Park Home hydeparkcustom.com through americaneyewdc.net
“This orange lacquered chest caught my eye with its pop of color and simple, elegant frame. It’s a super-versatile piece to float in a room—or use two as pedestals for a desk.” Melissa Broffman, Melissa Broffman Interior Design

Mixed Media Bed by Bernhardt Furniturebernhardt.com
“I love the coastal feel of this bed with metal, wood and linen upholstery.”Gina Fitzsimmons, ASID, Fitzsimmons Design Associates

Hardware by Addison Weeksaddisonweeks.com
“This former jewelry company now makes hardware for your cabinets—and it is brilliant. I love that you can interchange the stones with different styles and back plates. We’re using it in custom built-ins and closets, as well as bathrooms and kitchens. I’m also planning to swap out chest knobs for extra zing.” —Shazalynn Cavin-Winfrey, SCW Interiors, LLC

Broadway Leather Cocktail Ottoman, Lexington Home Brands lexington.com  
“This piece is practical because often people want to throw their feet up on an ottoman at the end of the day, but they also want a place to put glasses or food while entertaining. The table easily slides from side to side.” —Shannon Bieter, Interiors by Shannon Bieter

"Toward Versailles” by Celadon Artceladonart.com
“This caught my eye because the image draws you in so you feel as though you are walking into the scene. Hung at the end of a hallway or in a foyer, it fools the eye by creating depth and light.” —Pamela Harvey, Pamela Harvey Interiors

 

On May 3, Scavolini Party hosted a reception to celebrate the debut of the Diesel Open Workshop Kitchen Project in its Georgetown showroom. Guests enjoyed refreshments and viewed the new kitchen displays. 

On May 10, 2018 NKBA Awards, the National Kitchen & Bath Association Baltimore-Washington Chapter held its annual Design Awards gala at 2941 Restaurant in Falls Church. Home & Design sponsored the event. See the award-winning projects click here.

What measures and materials protect a waterfront home from the elements?
Ask the Pros: Builder Creating an impenetrable building envelope is paramount, especially along the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. The structure should be wrapped in a complete air-, vapor- and water-barrier system. Managing rainwater and air infiltration through proper flashings, quality gutters and downspouts and rain screen details enable a house to shed water as well as to “breathe” and dry. Durability can be achieved through the use and proper installation of natural materials such as wood, stone, copper, and clay. These long-lasting materials naturally withstand the elements and, when installed with properly executed details, will limit costly maintenance and extend the life of a home.  When these materials are used to create high-quality windows, exterior doors, siding, and roofing, then integrated into an advanced weather-barrier system, the result will be a long-lasting, durable home. —Michael Campbell, Winchester Construction, Millersville, Maryland  

Architecture: Good Architecture, Annapolis, Maryland. Landscape Design: Moody Graham Landscape Architecture, Washington, DC.

Ask the Pros ArchitectureWhat properties do you look for when selecting windows for a waterfront home?
Waterfront homes experience heavy thermal and moisture exposure, especially on the ocean where salt-water spray plays havoc. Basically, you get what you pay for in windows—those with new-growth pine will not hold up as well as teak or mahogany, for example. Larger windows with operating mechanisms are more likely to warp or fail at some point. And reflections off the water can augment UV deterioration, causing paint to fade and rubber/caulk joints to fail sooner.

We have found that vinyl-clad windows hold up well to the wetter climate while aluminum-clad ones do not. Recessing the windows helps with aging and exposure, whereas windows installed flush with the walls are difficult to seal properly. Modern designs often require a lightweight, commercial-glazing system for large-exposure glass. Mahogany windows with impact-resistant structural glass work well for high-wind and hurricane-prone areas but are expensive. —Joseph Boggs, FAIA, NCARB, Boggs & Partners Architects, Annapolis, Maryland 

 

Ask the Pros: Landscape DesignWhat advice do you offer clients for creating inviting outdoor “rooms?”
We advise our clients to go for function over beauty. Select an area that is comfortable and easily accessible; you want it to be a space you will use often. Make sure you have views you enjoy—and, if possible, the sights and sounds of the water. An area under a tree is always nice as it will provide shade when it is hot as well as some protection on dreary days, allowing you to get out of the house no matter the weather. Locating an outdoor room under a tree will also make it easy to install lighting that creates a nice glow at night.

In terms of plant selection, we suggest choosing colors that you enjoy and also adding flowers that create an aroma. If you’re a nature person, you may prefer plants that attract butterflies and birds as well. —James Londot, Vista Pro Landscape & Design, Davidsonville, Maryland. Landscape Architecture: Campion Hruby Landscape Architects, Annapolis, Maryland.

Ask the Pros: Interior Design What is your philosophy on using prints versus solid textiles when there are water views in a room?
I like to design with a combination of prints and textured-solid textiles, and this holds true for rooms with a water view as well. I take the outdoor vista into consideration when choosing the style and placement of the window treatment so that it frames, but does not obscure the view. I am also mindful of selecting prints that are not busy and incorporate colors that complement the setting.

In the breakfast room pictured here, I designed side panels from Robert Allen fabric in a blue-and-white arabesque pattern to frame the water view while adding softness to space. Walls are painted in Silver Lake by Benjamin Moore. The chair seats are upholstered in textured, light-blue Romo fabric, while the detail on the back references rippling the water. The round area rug, which follows the shape of the alcove, is a neutral wool that works well with the textiles. —Stephanie Simmons, Allied Member ASID, Karen Renée Interior Design, Severna Park, Maryland. Architecture: Thomas Davies, Jr., Architect, Annapolis, Maryland.

HOME&DESIGN, published bi-monthly by Homestyles Media Inc., is the premier magazine of architecture and fine interiors for the Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia region.

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The H&D Portfolio of 100 Top Designers spotlights the superior work of selected architects, interior designers and landscape architects in major regions of the US.

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