The Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library was conceived with community in mind. Named for the former Maryland House Speaker (2003-2019), the new, 32,400-square-foot building is a hub for Anne Arundel County residents of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. It emphasizes the sharing of information in flexible, 21st-century spaces.
The brick, glass and limestone structure was a collaborative effort by Stevensville, Maryland-based WGM Architecture + Interiors, New York-based Margaret Sullivan Studio and Louis Cherry Architecture of Raleigh, North Carolina. Organized around a central volume with clerestory windows rising two stories on one side, it encompasses meeting and collaboration spaces; dedicated areas for children, families and teens; maker and technology zones; a reading room; and a café. The entry serves as an exhibition gallery.
Flooring materials, ceiling heights, colors and finishes delineate each zone. Creative lighting is also a defining element; for example, clusters of cloud fixtures grace the kids’ area (above) while teen and adult spaces are lit by sleek, linear bars. Annapolis history also plays a role—stone entry tiles depict an 1895 nautical survey map of the Chesapeake Bay and acoustic panels showcase the text of George Washington’s resignation from the Continental Army in 1783, delivered at the nearby Maryland State House.
The library won a 2023 AIA Chesapeake Bay award for Non-Residential New Construction.
Architect of Record: Jeremy Kline, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, principal, WGM Architecture + Interiors, Stevensville, Maryland. Concept Design: Louis Cherry Architecture, Raleigh, North Carolina. Interior Design: Margaret Sullivan Studio, New York, New York. General Contractor: Towson Mechanical, Inc., Parkville, Maryland. Photography: Keith Isaacs.
Mid-century style and a beloved collection of Heath Ceramics tableware drove the redesign of a dated kitchen in Bethesda. The existing space, walled off from the family and dining rooms, lacked flow, function and panache. After a few years, the owners tapped Erika Jayne Design + Build for an overhaul. “We removed the dividing wall to open up traffic flow,” explains principal Erika Chaudhuri. The structural change also made room for a large central island with seating.
In the reimagined kitchen, marble-look quartz counters top beige, Shaker-style Eclipse cabinetry, offset by a row of sleek cabinets in horizontal-grain, reconstituted white oak. A hood concealed above the range and minimal hardware reinforce a streamlined aesthetic.
Chaudhuri’s clients requested a mid-century sensibility to fit the 1963 home’s provenance, so she selected period-style walnut sconces and green-blue clay backsplash tile—by Heath Ceramics, of course. Open shelving displays the couple’s Heath Ceramics tableware, with its earthy colors and simple forms. Black-finished pendants, ceiling lights, hardware and plumbing fixtures unify the look.
Kitchen Design & Contracting: Erika Chaudhuri, Erika Jayne Design + Build, Bethesda, Maryland.
ALL AGLOW
Named after an ancient Roman oil lamp, Ethimo’s rechargeable, LED-lit Lucerna lantern is thoroughly modern. A waterproof, anodized-metal body is finished in steel or brass; its blown-glass diffuser is tinted in a range of hues. ethimo.com
WONDER WEAVE
A dome woven out of faux rattan creates a classic silhouette for Troy Lighting’s Huxley pendant designed for outdoor use. The fixture uses three candelabra bulbs and measures 24 or 34 inches in diameter. hvlgroup.com
VERY VERSATILE
Linea Light Group’s Alba is a crescent-shaped, indoor-outdoor sconce that can be rotated to direct light up, down or sideways. The outdoor version (pictured above) comes in aluminum with a gray or dark-brown finish. linealight.com
GIMME SHELTER
The MX-4 retractable cassette awning by Markilux provides shade by day and illumination at night. Integrated LEDs and recessed- and surface-mounted spotlights come in warm, ambient or colored light; the awning is available in a variety of colors. Controlled via an app. markilux.com
OLD WORLD
The Terrace Candelabra Lantern from Hammerton Studio delivers timeless, traditional style. Made of corrosion-resistant aluminum in a powder-coated bronze, gray or black finish, the fixture is enclosed in seeded glass. studio.hammerton.com
CHIC GLOBE
Minimalist in style, the Liila Wall Outdoor by Nuura combines a backplate and slender arm with a mouth-blown glass globe. Available in a black or bronze finish with optic clear or opal white glass. nuura.com
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Glitterlimes, playful jewelry by Debbie Tuch, showcase beauty in food; above, Fruit Loops in glitter resin are fashioned into a necklace and earrings.
AT THE WHEEL
Potter Ryan Greenheck embraces modern art in ceramic creations that reflect expressionist and abstract painting; pieces from the Pollock series are shown.
WONDROUS WOOD
Michael Cruz of Knotty by Nature uses a lathe to fashion decorative items out of wood; above: an inlaid bowl made of ambrosia maple burl.
MOOD INDIGO
R. Nemo Hill and Julio M. Perea of Exot Blue Dyers work in indigo utilizing tools of traditional Shibori, a Japanese tie-dye technique. The Beach Waves Midnight Silk Shawl is pictured.
 | Touch of GlamA chic Potomac kitchen melds flow + sophisticated sparkle |
 | Fresh TakeQuirky charm + a European vibe elevate a Northwest DC kitchen |
 | Space PlanningA luxurious McLean kitchen epitomizes efficiency + style |
 | Light + AiryA contemporary kitchen in Oakton, Virginia, makes the most of a bucolic locale |
CUSTOM CHIC
A Capitol Hill kitchen remodeled by Snaidero DC Metro and architect Christian Zapatka incorporates the Italian brand’s modular Code system, featuring customizable cabinetry in matte-black lacquer paired with crisp-white Silestone on the countertops and backsplash. Find the cabinetry in a range of finishes and colors. snaiderodcmetro.com
HAND CRAFTED
New Ravenna’s Signature Collection showcases 20 hand-cut stone mosaics that can be customized in less than four weeks. The line is available in any color and finish combination; Double Brick is pictured above in honed Calacatta Tia. newravenna.com
SUPER SURFACE
German kitchen brand Nobilia complements its sleek cabinetry and hardware with countertops made of Xtra Ceramic, a durable, waterproof and heat-resistant surface that layers ceramic material atop recycled glass. New options for 2024 mimic the looks of terrazzo, marble, walnut and oak. nobiliakitchenfurniture.com
COLOR WAYS
A host of custom colors can adorn German maker Häcker Kitchens’ cabinetry now that the brand’s new Natural Color System has added 1,900 lacquered, water-based paint hues to its original 190 options. Kristalweiss is pictured. hackerkitchens.us
FIXTURES + FINISHES
Dornbracht has adapted VAIA, its transitional bath-fixture collection, for the kitchen. Conceived by Sieger Design, the faucet comes in a range of configurations and finishes; a bar tap and pot filler are part of the series. dornbracht.com
COOL SOLUTION
True Residential’s 36” Refrigerator with Bottom Freezer optimizes storage via 22.6 cubic feet of interior space. LED lighting illuminates the fridge’s contents, visible through a glass door. Also available with a solid front and in a range of stylish finishes; Sage is shown. true-residential.com
IN THE HOOD
Bells and whistles abound on Dacor’s 48-Inch Wall Mount Smart Range Hood, from auto-on heat sensors and a noise-dampening system to glass touch controls, strip LEDs and a four-speed blower. Find in Silver or Graphite (pictured above) at AjMadison. ajmadison.com; dacor.com
NEW HUE
Dark-gray interiors are now an option for SieMatic’s sleek cabinet systems. The neutral hue embellishes the insides of cabinets and drawers, anti-slip and cutlery inserts and organizing accessories. Aluminum tracking hardware and dust seals come in a complementary shade. Available at Konst SieMatic. siematic.com
STYLE PROFILE
Three of Wood-Mode’s popular overlaid cabinet designs—Toulon, Cologne and Linear—are now available with inset doors as part of the Moditional Collection. Simplified profiles and beveled moldings are among the alterations that create a smooth, clean look. wood-mode.com
EASY POUR
The HydroTap by Zip Water dispenses filtered boiling, chilled or sparkling water at the press of a button. A range of models and finishes is available at ADU—Your Appliance Source; the Elite Plus model is shown. adu.com; us.zipwater.com
Clients with contemporary taste called on interior designer Sara Swabb of Storie Collective for a makeover of their 1936 Tudor-style home. Working with Unique Kitchens & Baths, Swabb found a happy middle ground in the kitchen, which punctuates an Old World feel with fresh, modern elements. “The owners love Portuguese design, so we brought in character and interest through that to reflect their modern aesthetic,” she recounts. Situated at the back of the house, the kitchen felt cut off from the other rooms. The new plan remedied this flaw by replacing a wall that separated the kitchen and dining room with a peninsula that opens up the space. Portuguese-inspired niches house the range and prep sink.
UKB fabricated and installed cabinets designed by Swabb, who partners with the firm on a cabinetry line. “The challenge was to fit everything into this tiny space,” comments UKB’s Tanya Smith-Shiflett. Painted in Benjamin Moore’s Aegean Olive, the cabinets continue a color thread found throughout the residence. Swabb used tile extensively—a hallmark of Portuguese design. Bejmat natural-terracotta tile flooring is laid in stacked and herringbone patterns, while the walls are entirely covered in glazed zellige tiles. Terracotta tiles in a bold motif accent the range niche. Lighting and plumbing fixtures impart a modern vibe.
PROJECT TEAM
Kitchen Design: Sara Swabb, Storie Collective. Cabinetry Design & Fabrication: Tanya Smith-Shiflett, Unique Kitchens & Baths. Renovation Architecture: District Architecture Studio.
KITCHEN DETAILS
CABINETRY: uniquekitchensandbaths.net. COUNTERTOPS: Taj Mahal quartzite through imaginesurfaces.com. WALL & FLOOR TILE: cletile.com. RANGE BACKSPLASH: architessa.com. FAUCET: calfaucets.com. APPLIANCES: fisherpaykel.com, bosch.com, bluestarcooking.com through build.com. PENDANT: vakkerlight.com. CAFE TABLE: chairish.com.
A dark, outdated Oakton, Virginia, kitchen got a new lease on life after a makeover by Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath. “Though the home is traditional,” relates project designer Marie-Josée Parisi, “the goal was to make the kitchen reflect its owners’ more modern style.”
A wall dividing the kitchen and family room was razed to create an open plan with plenty of light. Two islands dominate the space: One for prep houses the main sink and two dishwashers while the other is kid-centered, with room for homework and snacks; an attached band of wenge serves as a table. A column contains wine storage and glassware while a coffee bar and prep sink line a passage to the new mudroom, also part of Parisi’s plan.
A wall of windows overlooks the home’s wooded lot, so Parisi selected sleek cabinetry in a wood-look, gray-and-taupe laminate “that brings the outdoors in,” she explains. Accent cabinets are painted in pale-gray Cumulus Cloud from Benjamin Moore. Countertops in Calacatta Gold Silestone complement both finishes.
The range wall, clad in a stone-look, dimensional porcelain-tile backsplash, showcases a hood designed by Parisi. “It has a traditional form but is made of brushed metal with a polished-strap detail,” she says. “It bridges styles and warms the space.”
PROJECT TEAM
Kitchen Design: Marie-Josée Parisi, Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath. Renovation Architecture: Paola One Design. Renovation Contractor: Hayes Construction Corp.
KITCHEN DETAILS
CABINETRY: qcci.com. COUNTERTOPS: silestoneusa.com through unitedgranitemd.com. WOOD SURFACES: glumber.com. BACKSPLASH: porcelanosa.com. APPLIANCES: subzero-wolf.com, mieleusa.com through abwappliances.com. HOOD INSERT: amoredesignfactory.com. SINKS: kohler.com. FAUCETS: grohe.com, newportbrass.com. CABINET HARDWARE: pushpullhardware.com, lisa-jarvis.com, omniaindustries.com.
While orchestrating a remodel in Potomac, the design team worked to ensure the kitchen would reflect its owners’ glamorous style—with the addition of a lighter palette and a streamlined floor plan. “It’s a pretty traditional house but the redo added contemporary flair,” recalls designer Stephanie Fried of Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens, who collaborated with designer Karyn Horn on the project.
The new plan decluttered the congested, choppy layout, replacing dark tile floors with expanses of glossy-white porcelain and taking over a closet in the adjacent mudroom to recess the fridge, freezer and wine fridge. A range wall creates a focal point, and a large island makes a statement with its swirling Fantasy Macaubas quartzite waterfall countertop. Tucked into the passage to the dining room, a desk area became a butler’s pantry/coffee bar containing a prep sink and storage for glassware.
Design choices throughout add touches of glam. Lower cabinetry in a dark, high-gloss finish elevates the room; matte, taupe-hued upper cabinets provide subtle contrast. A dropped ceiling above the island accommodates an integrated hood and track lighting. And the pièce de résistance: A sleek, custom wine unit—replacing an intrusive column between the kitchen and family room—showcases bottles in graceful rows behind walls of glass.
PROJECT TEAM
Kitchen Design: Stephanie Fried, Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens. Interior & Kitchen Design: Karyn Horn Designs. Contractor: D.H. Veirs Contracting. Photos: Stacy Zarin Goldberg.
KITCHEN DETAILS
CABINETRY: artcraftkitchens.com. PERIPHERAL COUNTERTOP & BACKSPLASH: PentalQuartz through architessa.com. CERAMIC TILE BACKSPLASH: architessa.com. ISLAND COUNTERTOP: fernandosmarbleshop.com. APPLIANCES: subzero-wolf.com, mieleusa.com through adu.com. SINKS: franke.com through plumbingpartsplus.com. FAUCETS: hansgrohe-usa.com through plumbing partsplus.com. STOOLS: rh.com.
While revamping a traditional McLean abode, interior designer Tracy Morris prepared to tackle the massive new kitchen, housed in a modern rear addition. She teamed with kitchen design firm Lobkovich to make sense of the open, 35-by-25-foot space.
“It was such a big room, we decided to create four distinct, task-oriented zones within it” for optimal functionality, recounts Lobkovich’s Emily Neifeld. These zones include primary and catering kitchens and two desk areas—one for kids and one for adults. A wall was constructed to separate the kitchens. One side holds the room’s focal point: a wide niche showcasing the range and a custom, blackened-steel-and-gold hood surrounded by Fantasy Macaubas quartzite. Tucked behind the wall, the catering kitchen boasts glass-fronted cabinetry for display. A breakfast table and bar on the center island offer plenty of seating.
The kitchen strikes a transitional note, with cabinets painted in Benjamin Moore’s Hale Navy offset by an island with a hickory base; hickory also dominates the catering kitchen. “We wanted a rustic element to connect with the more traditional existing house,” explains Morris, who added reclaimed-oak ceiling beams. Wood-veneer wall covering in the catering kitchen, a beveled, ceramic-tile backsplash and understated transitional lighting complete the look.
PROJECT TEAM
Interior & Kitchen Design: Tracy Morris, Tracy Morris Design. Kitchen Design: Emily Neifeld, Lobkovich. Architecture: WCRA. Builder: Thorsen Construction.
KITCHEN DETAILS
CABINETRY: signaturecustomcabinetry.com through lobkovich.com. QUARTZITE: marblesystems.com. COUNTERTOPS: caesarstoneus.com. TILE BACKSPLASH: jeffreycourt.com through marblesystems.com. APPLIANCES: subzero-wolf.com through build.com. HOOD FABRICATION: akmetalfab.com. SINKS: franke.com, kohler.com. FAUCETS: kohler.com. HARDWARE: topknobs.com. PENDANTS: urbanelectric.com. STOOLS: TMD Private Label.
WALL COVERING: phillipjeffries.com.
Discuss the latest trends in home organization.
Keeping your home an uncluttered refuge is key, and custom closets, mudrooms and pantries are the core areas where we help accomplish this goal. Home offices are popular, while wall beds truly optimize available space. Converting full rooms into dream closets was big in 2023. We’re also incorporating drawer trays and wall racks for jewelry. Color preferences are shifting towards warmer tones and wood grains. —Matthew Hein, Closets by Design
What are the secrets to creating a successful closet?
Take stock to account for your needs and the needs of your clothes—remember space for full-length hanging, drawers and jewelry storage. Incorporate a mirror, which will enlarge the room visually and reflect light. Shelves should be adjustable and deep enough for folded sweaters; they should have several height options (boots need more clearance than sandals). Be sure you have enough good lighting. And add easily accessible outlets for charging. —Katherine Crosby, Jenkins Baer Associates
How do you make a pantry both stylish and functional?
When designing a pantry, I look for opportunities to hide and organize what I call the “uglies” (items we need that aren’t attractive to display) while also creating visual interest. Visibility is key. Deep drawers or cabinets are good for kitchen appliances. Baskets or bins are great for quick grabs. I include a tall, narrow storage space for brooms, mops and hand-vacs. For households with pets, I create storage and even built-in food/water bowls. —Juli Brocato, Brocato Design + Co.
Begin by making sure there’s a place for everything. Wire baskets, pull-out trays and adjustable shelving maximize storage. A pantry becomes more than a closet when it is an extension of your kitchen, incorporating lighting, countertops, hardware and specialty molding. —Pam Hausamann, Closet Factory
How do you assess a client’s home office needs?
We ask questions: Will it be a primary office or just a spot for a desk and chair? Is it for multiple users? How much storage is required? Ergonomic seating can be critical, along with a Zoom-ready background. Do they want a coffee station? Additional seating for visitors? Where in the house will it be located? To elevate the aesthetic, look for interesting art, wallpaper or a plush rug. Efficient recessed lighting is a must, while a chandelier will complement a space. Budget cabinets can be finished to look custom. Freestanding bookshelves made with metal, wood or glass add texture and interest. —Priya Gupta, Associate ASID, NKBA, Priya Design & Decor LLC
What are creative ways to organize a family entry?
Consider what you want to store there. I like to design in a way that can evolve as needs change: adjustable shelves and extra-deep drawers that are multi-purpose; doors that hide clutter and keep everything contained. Maximizing cabinet height provides opportunities for stashing out-of-season items. —Charlotte Jarrett, California Closets, Washington, DC
Devise dedicated storage areas for each family member. Consider labeled cubbies or baskets, wall-mounted hooks and a pet station with room for toys, leashes and treats. We also recommend some type of bench seating; it can be a built-in bench with hidden storage or an antique found online. A place to sit while removing belongings will help an entryway stay organized. —Scott North, Case Architects & Remodelers
How do you elevate a mundane mudroom?
Because they’re small, mudrooms are great for colorful or unique floor tile. Thin brick pavers or porcelain pavers that look like flagstone provide style without the need to upgrade for the added weight and depth of real brick or stone. We use shiplap or paneling for durability in a space where we anticipate heavier use. Lockers and cubbies are good for a pop of color, and metal mesh, caning or a custom vent pattern will add texture to a scheme. —Luke Olson, Jessica Parker Wachtel, GTM Architects
Reston, Virginia, clients with a home on Lake Newport hired design/build firm Denny + Gardner to construct a 24-by-20-foot sunroom addition that would make the most of the waterfront locale. “They were interested in a multi-functional, indoor/outdoor living space that would be comfortable year-round,” explains partner Jason Denny, who managed the project.
He and his team began by reframing a two-story rear wall to accommodate a combination of French and bi-fold doors leading out from the second-level great room to the new sunroom. A vaulted ceiling in the great room allowed for rows of oversized transom windows between the spaces, aligning with three large skylights on the sunroom side. Sunspace WeatherMaster windows open wide for indoor-outdoor connectivity in the warmer months. Stone columns support the addition, which shelters a patio beneath it. A French door off the sunroom leads to a TimberTech composite deck with cable rails.
A stone fireplace wall anchors the sunroom; the two-sided gas fireplace is glassed in, framing the vista. With the help of two Infratech heaters, it keeps the space cozy all year round. A tongue-and-groove ceiling painted crisp white and a large-format, slate-look porcelain-tile floor convey clean-lined, transitional style.
Renovation Architecture: Benjamin J. Carstoiu, 358 Design Studio, Herndon, Virginia. Renovation Design & Contracting: Jason Denny, Denny + Gardner, Sterling, Virginia.
BLUE MOOD Brown Jordan Outdoor Kitchens’ stainless-steel outdoor kitchen systems now come in Sapphire Blue. The new powder-coated finish is one of the brand’s 60-plus finish options. brownjordanoutdoorkitchens.com
RIGHT ANGLE Portuguese furniture maker Dooq’s sculptural, three-legged L’Unité Armchair is dressed in contrasting fabrics. Pictured in Velvet Mediterranee and Velvet Lapis with polished-brass feet. dooqdetails.com
BED TIME Toan Nguyen’s Totu bed for Fendi Casa marries a tubular metal base and a leather shell cradling a padded headboard and frame. Find in deep-blue velvet. fendicasa.com
PILLOW TALK Artist Gordon Hull’s Vol de Nuit, a fanciful pattern for Eskayel, comes in five colorways; Nuit (above) combines navy, denim and slate. eskayel.com
TAILORED LOOK Bassett McNab’s Woodlands fabric collection anchors floral prints with tailored stripes and geometrics. Eleven motifs come in eight colorways; Ginter Lake is shown. bassettmcnab.com
SURFACE STYLE On offer from Artistic Tile: Blue Sea, a polished-quartzite slab quarried in Brazil. Swirls of blue, violet, gray and black conjure a turbulent ocean. artistictile.com
PERFECT PERCH The Grasmere Ottoman by Ginny Macdonald for Lulu and Georgia comprises a wood frame and a tufted seat. Pictured in Harbor, a cotton velvet fabric. luluandgeorgia.com
Boffi | DePadova is the latest iteration of Boffi Georgetown. In this newly revamped and expanded, 6,275-square-foot showroom, Boffi’s sleek kitchen and bath systems are joined by DePadova’s contemporary furnishings as well as door systems by ADL and Japanese furniture from Time & Style—all part of Boffi’s Made in Italy group. “We’re excited about the expansion of Boffi brands,” says showroom managing director Julia Jensen. “Visitors can experience all the products under one roof.” 3320 M Street, NW; boffi.com
MATT CAMRON RUGS & TEXTILES
The high-end carpet atelier has expanded its original second-story Georgetown location, taking over the former Marston Luce storefront below. The updated, 3,000-square-foot showroom boasts a calm, minimalist backdrop perfect for showcasing textiles, antique rugs and signature custom carpets woven by artisan-partners around the world. Fabric and lighting by UK-based Rose Uniacke and fabric by Design of the Times are on offer in the DC area exclusively through Matt Camron. 1651 Wisconsin Avenue, NW; mattcamron.com
THEODORES BY CANTONI
When Theodores, a contemporary-furniture mainstay in Upper Georgetown, recently closed its doors, Cantoni stepped in. The modern furniture and interior design company headquartered in Dallas took over the 10,000-square-foot showroom in August 2023. Renamed Theodores by Cantoni, the location proffers a wide range of furnishings and accessories by brands including Cattelan Italia, BDI Furniture, Malerba and American Leather. In-house design services encompass space-planning, interior finishes, furniture customization, fine art consulting and closet and kitchen design. 2233 Wisconsin Avenue, NW; cantoni.com
B&B Italia
In October 2023, B&B Italia debuted a new flagship—its first DC showroom—in Georgetown’s Cady’s Alley. Italian architect Piero Lissoni, the company’s creative director, designed the store, juxtaposing streamlined interiors with the building’s historic envelope. The 12,809-square-foot space (the brand’s fifth brick-and-mortar location in the U.S.) spans three floors and features luxe contemporary furnishings from B&B Italia, Maxalto and Azucena; Arclinea kitchens and lighting by Flos and Louis Poulsen are also on display. 3330 M Street, NW; bebitalia.com
Amid much fanfare on October 19th, the Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg Center debuted in the heart of DC. The 435,000-square-foot, multi-disciplinary hub houses the newly launched School of Government and Policy along with other Hopkins schools and academic divisions. The mission of the dynamic building is to connect the realms of research, policy, art and education.
The center occupies the former Newseum building in its enviable Penn Quarter location near the U.S. Capitol. The structure was repurposed for its new role by two New York-based firms. Ennead Architects, which designed the original building in 2008, spearheaded exterior alterations while Rockwell Group orchestrated fresh interiors. An exterior clad in Tennessee pink marble echoes historic buildings nearby; an expanded glass façade brings in natural light. Inside, levels were removed to create a seven-story atrium (pictured above); myriad academic and gathering spaces are configured around this central core. “Conceptually and structurally, the transformation was designed to establish a progressive new identity,” says Richard Olcott, FAIA, FAAR, of Ennead Architects. “We opened up the building to reveal the vibrancy within while revitalizing the streetscape.”
Flexible spaces promote engagement via public forums, innovative programming, briefings, collaborations and more. An art gallery, large-scale commissioned art installations and a 375-seat theater are part of the mix; extensive terraces provide panoramic city views.
Exterior Architecture: Ennead Architects, New York, New York. Interior Architecture: Rockwell Group, New York, New York. Architect of Record: SmithGroup, Washington, DC. Contractor: Clark Construction, Washington, DC.
MIXED MEDIA
Jeffrey Alexander by Hardware Resources recently debuted Spencer, a line that updates a classic cabinet pull with a clear acrylic bar and a squared foot in solid metal or wood. Find in three pull lengths and a T-knob. hardwareresources.com
ENGLISH VIBE
Designer Mark D. Sikes channels classic British vernacular in his Clementine Collection of decorative hardware for Modern Matter. Solid-brass knobs, pulls, hooks and latches sport porcelain elements and hand-applied finishes. modern-matter.com
RUSTIC FLAIR
Ashley Norton’s artisanal hardware now comes in a hammered finish that imparts a rustic aesthetic. Each dent and divot is achieved using traditional techniques; the finish can be found on hand-forged knobs, pulls and lever handlesets. ashleynorton.com
STYLE BUFFET
Hardware offerings from Atlas Homewares make a bold statement. Pictured above in a wintry mood, clockwise from top, left: a pull from the Kate Collection; two knobs from the Optimism Oval Collection and a Sutton Place Collection cup pull. atlashomewares.com
TACTILE SURFACE
Linear grooves embellish the Fluted Lever, a new addition to Viaggio Hardware’s Contempo Collection. Forged from brass, the handle comes in five finishes (Satin Nickel is pictured above) and boasts a concealed screw mechanism for a seamless look. viaggiohardware.com
FINISH LINE
Hardware Renaissance has reimagined its solid-bronze decorative collection in a range of artisan-made finishes accented with color, veining and highlights. Hand-applied patinas adorn an assortment of knobs, pulls and levers. hardwarerenaissance.com
