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?
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.
What 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
What 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.
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.
At a gala event held at Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club on February 24, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Metro DC Chapter announced the 2017 Contractor of the Year (COTY) Awards, given to a wide range of remodeling and custom-building projects in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. An independent panel of judges reviewed 102 submissions to select the winners in 35 categories. Home & Design, a media sponsor, gave a project by Anthony Wilder Design/Build its Award of Excellence for exceptional design. The following pages list the winners; several outstanding projects are featured beginning on page 160. All award-winning projects can be viewed on the chapter’s website, narimetrodc.org.
Residential Addition Over $250,000
GRAND: KohlMark Group; GRAND TEAM: NVS Kitchen & Bath; MERIT: WINN Design+Build; FINALIST: Bowers Design Build.
Residential Exterior Under $100,000
GRAND: Sun Design Remodeling Specialists, Inc.; HONORABLE MENTION: Smiley Renovations.
Residential Exterior $100,000 to $200,000
GRAND: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes; MERIT: Sun Design Remodeling Specialists, Inc.
Residential Exterior Over $200,000
GRAND: Anthony Wilder Design/Build; MERIT: WINN Design+Build.
Entire House Under $250,000
GRAND: Tabor Design Build, Inc.
Entire House $250,000 to $500,000
GRAND: Finesse Design Remodeling; MERIT: Daniel Krienbuehl Contractors; FINALIST: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes.
Entire House $500,001 to $750,000
GRAND: Schroeder Design/Build Inc.; GRAND TEAM: EuroStoneCraft, Perfect Glassworks, TW Perry.
Entire House $750,001 to $1,000,000
GRAND: Anthony Wilder Design/Build; MERIT: Glass Construction, Inc.
Entire House Over $1,000,000
GRAND: BOWA.
Residential Historical Renovation/ Restoration $250,000 and Over
GRAND: Landis Architects/Builders; MERIT: Lofft Construction.
Basement Under $50,000
GRAND: Abbey Design Center.
Basement $50,000 to $100,000
GRAND: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes.
Basement Over $100,000
GRAND: Lofft Construction; MERIT: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes.
Commercial Interior
GRAND: Schroeder Design/Build Inc.; TEAM: TW Perry, Team Member of Schroeder Design/Build Inc.
Residential Detached Structure
GRAND: Sun Design Remodeling Specialists, Inc.; MERIT: Daniels Design & Remodeling; FINALIST: Alco Products Company.
Residential Landscape Design/ Outdoor Living $60,000 and Over
GRAND: Landis Architects/Builders; MERIT: Sun Design Remodeling Specialists, Inc.; FINALIST: Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes.
Green - Entire House/Addition Projects
GRAND: Schroeder Design/Build Inc.; GRAND TEAM: EuroStoneCraft, Perfect Glassworks, TW Perry.
Universal Design - Bath
GRAND: CARNEMARK design + build.
Universal Design - Entire House
GRAND: Glickman Design | Build | Remodel.
Universal Design - Interiors
GRAND: Bowers Design Build.
The Chevy Chase Design Center hosted a special evening spotlighting sculptor Paula Stern and soprano Jacqueline
Neimat. After the entertainment, guests perused the showroom’s collections of home furnishings, art and rugs.
IFDA Masquerade Ball On March 10, IFDA-DC held its fifth annual Masquerade Ball at Saint Yves in Washington. Attendees in an array of chic masks enjoyed a night of dancing; a silent auction benefited Ellie’s Hats, a nonprofit supporting pediatric cancer patients and their families.
H&D’s Spring Issue Party On February 28, Home & Design celebrated its March/April issue with a reception at Resource Furniture in DC’s Cady’s Alley. Guests mingled and explored the showroom’s sleek and multi-functional furnishings designed to make the most of small spaces.
ICAA Holiday Party On December 7, 2017, the Washington Mid-Atlantic Chapter of the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art (ICAA) hosted a seasonal soirée at Darlington House in Washington, DC. The organization is dedicated to advancing the practice and appreciation of the classical tradition in architecture and the allied arts.
CRAN Winter Celebration On December 13, 2017, the Capital Area Custom Residential Architects Network (CRAN) and Home & Design held a festive holiday celebration at Poggenpohl in Chevy Chase. Guests enjoyed libations, served amid the showroom’s innovative kitchen displays.
H&D’s Winter 2018 Issue Party On January 17, Home & Design hosted a launch party for its Winter 2018 issue at Cosentino in Sterling, Virginia. During the reception, guestsexplored the showroom’s vast array of flooring and surface products.
H&D’s Late Fall Issue Fete On October 25, Home & Design hosted a launch party for its Late Fall 2017 issue at Porcelanosa in Rockville. During the festivities, guests explored the showroom’s vast array of kitchen, bath and surface products.
On October 4, Home & Design celebrated the publication of its 2018 Sourcebook at a festive reception on the rooftop of The Kipling House, a new luxury condominium in Capitol Hill. During the party, winners of the magazine’s annual Designers’ Choice Awards were announced; see homeanddesign.com for a full list of awardees.
On November 8, TW Perry honored the Winter 2018 issue of Chesapeake Views with a reception at its Annapolis design studio. Guests socialized amid an assortment of architectural elements, from windows and doors to custom millwork and railings.
How do you protect a waterfront property from erosion and flooding?
There are three main methods we use to protect and control erosion and flooding: riprap, bulkheads and retaining walls, and vegetation. Vegetation is the most common. Vegetation absorbs rainwater that can cause surface erosion. Roots—especially the deep roots of trees and shrubs—bind the soil, strengthening and stabilizing sloped areas. Native plants also help the overall coastal ecosystem.
Bulkheads and retaining walls are also effective, preventing runoff by forcing the water to soak into the soil. Retaining walls can be made of wood, segmented wall stone or natural stone. If you have multiple walls, terracing can be created that will allow you to install lawn and/or plantings.
Riprap, which embeds stones into a slope or spreads them loosely on the surface, slows or diverts flowing water at the water’s edge. This is a high-cost alternative and creates an unnatural appearance, making it less popular than the other options. —Jeff Crandell, Scapes, Inc., Lothian, Maryland
