As a youngster, Hannah Goldberg took an unusual approach to the “Sims” video game. “I’d design a beautiful house, then abandon the family and start a new house,” she recalls. “I didn’t care about the game at all.”

Though design was clearly her destiny, she began college as an engineering major. But an art history class inspired her to change course and earn an interior design degree in New York.

Goldberg was lured to DC by a job at R2L Architects, where she focused on luxury apartment buildings. “I designed everything from the units to lobbies and rooftop spaces,” she says. Then covid hit and work ground to a halt.

That was the spark Goldberg needed to launch her own firm, Hannah Charlotte Interiors, in 2021. Since then, she has designed a wide range of single-family projects, from the home of a former Commanders player to a Paris pied-à-terre.

Goldberg and two staff members bring a seasoned eye and architectural experience to the fore. “The ability to put together detailed construction plans sets us apart,” she says. “We make sure our vision gets built exactly the way we want.”

She relishes working with homeowners after her stint in commercial design. The ultimate reward, Goldberg concludes, “is getting to know the heart and soul of a family—and tailoring something just for them.”

Interior Design: Hannah Goldberg, Hannah Charlotte Interiors, Washington, DC. Interior Renovation: Victory Renovation Services. 

TAKE THE PLUNGE Interior designer Liz Potarazu of LP & Co recently outfitted her Rockville home with a gym and adjacent wellness room. The latter features a Finnleo sauna and a cold-plunge soaking tub by Plunge (pictured) for après-workout recovery. “The combination creates both calming and stimulating elements that allow me to keep my energy levels up and my mood lifted, even in the dead of winter,” says the busy mother of three. Floor and wall tile from The Tile Shop lends a spa-like ambiance. plunge.com

NORDIC STYLE The Aalto, part of Thermasol’s latest sauna collection, combines natural wood and glass for an open, airy feel. Featuring a powerful Harvia heater and LED color light therapy, it comfortably seats three or four. thermasol.com

GOING GREEN Living walls improve air quality, reduce stress and even boost productivity, says Marc Monroe of US Plants. The Virginia company installs and maintains more than a dozen types of vertical plant-wall systems in homes and commercial settings throughout the DMV. usplants.com

LIGHT MOVES Circadian rhythms, dictated by the body’s internal clock, are influenced by exposure to light. “Because of this, the lights in your home can directly affect your health and wellbeing,” says certified lighting consultant Jennifer Taxson of Illuminations in DC. “Blue light suppresses melatonin, the sleep hormone, so being exposed to blue light at nighttime can prevent you from getting sleepy. Meanwhile, warm, red-toned light closer to bedtime can help encourage melatonin production.” Bridge, an app from Philips Hue, connects any light fixture with bulbs that mimic natural light patterns. The smart lighting system helps users wind down by dimming lights at day’s end. philips-hue.com; illuminc.com

Whether you’re a neophyte or seasoned green thumb, guided tours bring the region’s most luxuriant landscapes to life.

Brookside Gardens, Wheaton
This 50-acre escape nestled in Maryland’s Wheaton Regional Park is home to myriad spoils, from formal gardens to a fragrance garden, woodland walk and a conservatory. Docent-led, 90-minute tours take place from April through November; reservations are required. montgomeryparks.org/parks-and-trails/brookside-gardens/visit

THE GARDENS AT Dumbarton Oaks, DC
Replete with terraced garden rooms, loggia and cutting gardens, this 10-acre, Georgetown gem offers guided 30-minute tours on a first-come basis every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday year-round (except in August). doaks.org/visit/guided-tours

Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, DC
Marjorie Merriweather Post’s 13-acre estate hosts a plethora of year-round events celebrating all things botanical. During July, experts will lead weekly tours, one focused on the Japanese-style garden and the other on Hillwood’s summer designs. Guided Forest Bathing Walks and other garden-oriented tours will resume in September. hillwoodmuseum.org/events

Glenstone, Potomac
Glenstone encompasses nearly 300 acres of trails, native meadow and forest, fully integrated with architecture and art. Daily, year-round guided nature walks explore the grounds designed by PWP Landscape Architecture, with a focus on sustainability and organic maintenance. glenstone.org/nature

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Daybreak and dusk are the most magical times at the beach. On an empty shore, infinite spans of sand, sea and sky have hypnotic, soul-calming powers.

A Rehoboth retreat perfectly positions its owners to savor not only Atlantic sunrises, but also to bask in watery sunsets over Silver Lake to the west. The new getaway was a fantasy come true for a Northern Virginia-based couple and their children.

“I’ve been going to Bethany Beach down the road since I was a kid,” says the husband. “We were in awe of properties on Silver Lake. I thought it would be fascinating to have the lake as a front yard and the ocean as a backyard.”

Forty years later, the opportunity arose when he visited the property, which was formerly home to Shell House—a Martha’s Vineyard-esque 1920 manse built by a member of Delaware’s du Pont family. After lingering on the market, the faded grand dame was dismantled in 2020 and its acreage split into three parcels.

Having acquired one, the professional services executive and his wife began to imagine their future getaway. “We were interested in something representative of a coastal environment, but with contemporary flair,” he explains. “We envisioned a home that would support our family and hopefully future generations.”

They turned to Wayne Adams of BarnesVanze Architects to shape their preferences into a cohesive plan. Photos of homes dotting shores as far-flung as Sullivan’s Island near Charleston, Rosemary Beach in Florida, and Bermuda inspired fruitful dialogue. Adams distilled elements of these examples to arrive at a pared-down, Shaker-style dwelling that would pay homage to its predecessor yet forge a modern path.

On the lake side, stucco and shingle siding, gabled roofs and a steep, curved stair lean into a classic vocabulary, while sleek linear forms and glass rule out back. “With the glassy exposure on the beach and traditional face toward the lake, the house fits between these two very different environments—the rough and wild ocean and the calm, freshwater lake,” observes Adams.

Completed by Horizon Builders, the three-story, 8,875-square-foot escape celebrates laid-back, beachy living. Though the open kitchen-dining-living area and party-ready roof deck make entertaining a breeze, cozy nooks throughout happily cosset parties of two. “We added small elements like bays and porches, which play down the mass of the home and create opportunities to see the water,” relates the architect.

Along with ocean breezes wafting through the home’s casement windows and nine bifold doors, a luxe, modern vibe flows through the interiors. From the great room’s decorative tray ceiling to a sculptural staircase framed in glass, architectural details signal that this isn’t your grandma’s beach cottage.

The ground floor is a play zone, complete with TV lounge, bar and golf simulator; a bunk room hosts sleepovers. Sliding doors open to the pool deck; Tundra Gray marble flooring extends out to the terrace, where guests can unwind in the pool and spa.

“Downstairs, the house is more rugged, with people coming from the beach,” says Adams. “But upstairs, it transitions to spaces that are elegant and tailored.”

On the second-floor, the main living area and kitchen flank a central conversation spot—all spill onto an expansive deck. The primary suite, owners’ offices and a private deck occupy the same beachfront footprint on the third story. On the lake side, two ensuite guest rooms on both the second and third levels await visiting family and friends.

The owners tapped designer Chad Alan, who’d completed their primary home, to outfit the second-floor public spaces, primary suite and offices. “We wanted interiors that were clean, modern and sophisticated,” he affirms. “But we also wanted it to be a place where you could put your feet on the furniture.”

Visiting the Washington Design Center with Alan, the owners fell in love with an Ochre chandelier, its blown-glass lights resembling jellyfish, and an acrylic rug in moody blues, both from David Sutherland. Now ensconced in the dining area and conversation area respectively, these pieces were jumping-off points for the décor, marrying practicality and a touch of glam. Performance fabrics were chosen to withstand sun and wet bathing suits, and a color scheme of blues, grays and white prevails.

“Art was also important,” Alan remarks. “We needed showstoppers that could go toe to toe with the architecture.” In the airy foyer, modern works by Moritz Neuhoff and Jill Moser “convey something special is coming when you walk into the house.”

Bob Hruby and Meredith Forney Beach of Campion Hruby Landscape Architects took charge of the grounds. They orchestrated the chic pool terrace and created a welcoming arrival court, where a checkerboard of stones floats in turf and aligns with the front entry. Hydrangea, Russian sage, crape myrtle, Salvia and a profusion of potted plants fringe the house.

The residents love spending time together—and hosting guests—in their Rehoboth retreat. But, insists the wife, nothing beats the sunrise. “We wake up and the first thing you see is the ocean,” she marvels. “It’s breathtaking. Once we’re there, we never want to leave.”

Great Oak Manor, Chestertown

Steeped in local lore, Great Oak Manor harbors a 1938 Georgian residence set on 15 bayfront acres in Kent County. Legend has it that in the 1950s, one of its former owners ran a club and illegal casino on site. Over the years, the manor’s guests have included the likes of Ernest Hemingway and JFK.

Today the property is a 12-room hotel, fresh from a 2024 makeover spearheaded by Annapolis-based Interior Concepts, Inc. “Our goal was to respect the traditional architecture while adding upscale amenities and boutique accommodations,” says designer Andrea Blamphin. All rooms and suites—including the cheerful Marmaduke—boast working fireplaces. A clubby library stocks books and games. Summer guests can loll on the hotel beach or tool around on Trek Cruisers. Rates from $399, including breakfast; greatoakmanor.com

1313 West, Annapolis

Opened last year, 1313 West inhabits a 19th-century farmhouse that bordered a horse-racing circuit back in the day. So it’s only fitting that the hotel’s seven rooms and suites are named for famous racehorses.

Andrea Blamphin and Megan Ligday of Interior Concepts, Inc., outfitted the interiors. “The inn reflects a classic Southern aesthetic with a gentle modern twist,” notes Ligday. “The suites and public spaces offer serene palettes and patterns that are both playful and classic.” Sherwin-Williams Homburg Gray envelops the Secretariat Suite (top, left), furnished with a modern four-poster bed and comfy couch. After a day sail or a stroll through Maryland’s quaint capital, guests can unwind on the wraparound porch or in The Jockey Club Lounge, the hotel’s private speakeasy. Rooms from $499. 1313west.com

When North Potomac homeowners called on Anthony Wilder Design/Build to create a party-ready escape in their barren backyard, the team started by making a wish list with the clients.

“They imagined a retreat that was separate from the house, so we came up with an open-concept space that allowed for entertainment and relaxation all year round,” recalls principal Anthony Wilder, who designed the project with colleague and architect Sean Mullin.

Now complete, the pavilion with a grilling station—dubbed a “gravilion” by the crew—also houses a lounge area and a kitchen with custom cabinetry, a sink and a refrigerator. Hewn from Douglas fir using traditional joinery techniques, the structure is held together without screws or nails. “The mortise-and-tenon joinery adds to the beauty of the project,” Wilder reflects.

One challenge facing the team was how to hide wiring in the exposed timber ceiling. “The solution,” notes Mullin, “was to build up the roof cavity to accommodate the wires.” Four heaters angled down from the main beams warm the space in cooler months.

A raised, seven-person hot tub and a curved sectional centered on a fire pit complete the idyll. Connecting to the main residence, a stone walkway lined with large boulders accentuates the natural aesthetic.

A couple downsizing from a single-family home to a Reston condo decided to take the interiors of their new aerie in a playful direction. Namely, the avid fans of “Only Murders in the Building” wanted to replicate the exuberant, emerald green kitchen belonging to Steve Martin’s character on the popular Hulu show.

The owners tapped BOWA and architect TJ Monahan of Designed Happy to make their vision a reality. “It was great to have clients who wanted to push the boundaries, and I knew that BOWA would be able to execute the design,” notes Monahan. Lacquered cabinets were fabricated in a custom shade of green and trimmed in brushed brass. And BOWA discovered tile by Mirth Studio to match the show’s patchwork mosaic. The team selected Bianco Superiore quartzite for the countertops and backsplash; a built-in hood is concealed above the JennAir cooktop.

BOWA’s Kristin Ikenson spearheaded the makeover, which not only transformed the dated kitchen but also reimagined the apartment’s three bedrooms and upgraded the living area with a dramatic accent wall. Centered on a vapor fireplace, it’s framed in Fuchsite Green quartzite, echoing the adjacent kitchen’s signature palette. Despite the challenges of working in a condo building, she reflects, “the result is a sophisticated and functional home that embodies the homeowners’ style.”

The residents of a Falls Church rancher decided it was time for the next chapter. They wanted to renovate the 2,200-square-foot, three-bedroom home and trade its lackluster interiors for a bright, new aesthetic that would still respect the structure’s traditional roots and neighborhood.

The owners enlisted Craver Architects and Atlas Moran Construction to expand the footprint and recast existing space—a program that would deliver extra room, improved functionality and renewed style.

The plan included a one-level addition spanning the back elevation; it houses a new kitchen, living room and primary bedroom, all with nine-foot ceilings to create an airy feel. Shaker-style cupboards and Carrara marble countertops grace the kitchen, which boasts an island and plenty of counter space. In lieu of upper cabinets, copious windows bathe the space in natural light. A second addition on the building’s left side accommodates a new office/guest room.

Existing interiors were also treated to a makeover. The old, dated kitchen was cleverly divided into a pantry, mudroom, laundry and powder room. The existing living room became the new dining room. And the owner’s former bedroom made way for an expansive closet and bath adjoining their upgraded quarters in the addition. The wife furnished the interiors to reflect the updated look.

Throughout the now-3,014-square-foot abode, fresh details, trim and built-ins—from storage cabinets in the living room to nickel-gap panels in the utility spaces—add functionality and elegance.

A new 10,995-square-foot aerie clad in slate and handmade brick enjoys panoramic vistas of the Severn River. Architect David Neumann took inspiration from the William Paca and James Brice homes, both 18th-century, Georgian-style residences in nearby Annapolis. He adapted the plans to the waterfront site, noting, “It is largely one-room deep, allowing all major rooms to have light and views in two or more directions.”

Custom builder Winchester completed the project, which required a high level of craftsmanship. “Subtle, handcrafted detailing captures the historic context,” says project manager Mike Campbell. In the primary bedroom, custom bay windows by Tradewood are equipped with automated Lutron shades.

Interior designer Mary Nelson Barnett embraced the clients’ request for a peaceful retreat. “The Iatesta Studio bed is oriented so that the water is the first thing the owners see in the morning,” she enthuses. “And a chaise by Hickory Chair adds a relaxing spot for reading.” A light and airy color palette plays up the surrounding scene.

The owners of a cottage-style home overlooking Spa Creek in Annapolis called on McHale Landscape Design of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, to design and maintain the grounds of their one-third-acre property. Landscape architect Steve McHale drew up a plan that accentuates water vistas while strategically screening neighboring homes for privacy. A plunge pool and spa are nestled next to the home while an inviting lawn, mature trees and ornamental beds line the shore.

“The plant selection for this location primarily consists of salt-tolerant species that can withstand strong winds coming off the water, including fragrant viburnum and Nikko blue hydrangea,” says McHale. “One challenge is winter weather, as evergreen shrubs are susceptible to winter burn. However, since most of the landscape consists of perennials, this is largely mitigated.”

Eco-friendly measures protect the estuary environment. “We filled a dry creek bed on the left of the property with River Jacks gravel to slow runoff and promote infiltration,” he adds. Led by Emily McHale Pike, the maintenance team adheres to a largely organic turf program to avoid chemical runoff.

Potted red geraniums, the owners’ favorite annual, add a bold splash of color. In the surrounding beds, a verdant blend of Schip laurel and boxwood are surrounded by daylilies, echinacea and lacecap hydrangea. “The clients ask us to leave spent flowers on flowering plants,” notes Pike. “They attract song birds that are regular visitors to the property.”

The new owners of a weekend retreat on the Wye River in Queenstown, Maryland, needed help transforming the once-unremarkable, five-acre grounds into an inviting oasis where they could entertain friends and family. They tapped landscape architect Michael Prokopchak of Annapolis-based Walnut Hill Landscape Company to orchestrate a master plan that encompasses a reimagined front driveway, a pool, a large patio with a firepit and a cabana complete with guest quarters—all positioned to capitalize on water views. Throughout the property, masses of shrubs, perennials and grasses were thoughtfully planted to provide year-round color and texture.

Prokopchak and team worked with local authorities to minimize the project’s impact on the river and its delicate estuary environment. “From the outset, it was crucial to navigate the intricate permitting process while ensuring the design met the client’s expectations for a stunning, functional retreat,” he recalls. For instance, native species including Virginia sweetspire, hibiscus, mountain mint, purple coneflowers and sweetbay magnolia were planted to mitigate runoff, stabilize the soil and meet requirements to increase the lot’s plant coverage.

The end result, observes Prokopchak, “stands as a testament to the delicate balance that must be struck between development and preservation, proving that with thoughtful design and careful planning, it is possible to create a space that satisfies both regulatory requirements and client aspirations.”

Though their hillside cottage afforded sweeping views of the Magothy River, its residents were concerned about erosion on the steep waterfront embankment. They enlisted Hyattsville-based Clinton + Ries Landscape Architects to remedy the situation. “With extreme rain events becoming more frequent due to climate change, the slope posed a danger and contributed to significant sheet flow into the river,” recalls landscape architect Kate Ries.

She and project manager Xing Chen proposed planting the backyard with a native meadow, which would not only solve the erosion problem but also boost visual appeal. A small “sunset terrace” mid-slope features a spot for lounging.

Now complete, the program treads lightly on the protected, quarter-acre site, where re-grading and major construction are prohibited by the county. Implemented and maintained by Walnut Hill Landscape Company, the meadow now lures surrounding flora and fauna. “Pollinators are naturally attracted to the new habitat,” says Chen. “What was once a blank expanse of lawn now is a colorful swath of native perennials that can be enjoyed from inside the house and the water as well.”

The project may reap other rewards too. “Many people may not know that you can achieve a wide array of colors and interest through native perennial planting,” Ries reflects. “Educating others is a lesser- recognized benefit of this project.”

Located in Pennsylvania’s Brandywine Valley, Longwood Gardens is home to 1,100 acres of formal landscapes, woodlands and meadows. A recent, 17-acre expansion offers day-trippers yet another reason to visit this gem founded more than a century ago by industrialist Pierre S. du Pont.

A centerpiece of the $250 million project is the West Conservatory, a new, 32,000-square-foot glasshouse designed by the New York firm Weiss/Manfredi. Noted for its asymmetrical, crystalline roof forms, the building appears to float on a pool of water.

“The structure’s pleated roof, branching columns and tapered perspectives extend the marriage of architecture and horticulture that is intrinsic to Longwood’s identity,” says principal architect Marion Weiss. Geothermal heating and cooling and a passive ventilation system that tempers fresh air are among the project’s sustainability initiatives.

Inside, an immersive Mediterranean Garden designed by New England-based Reed Hilderbrand invites visitors to walk among islands, pools, canals and fountains. Sixty species of plants, from agaves and aloes to cypress and bay laurel, flourish in the permanent installation.

“The West Conservatory’s Mediterranean Garden celebrates the particular beauty of species that thrive in that region’s dry climate,” says Kristin Frederickson, a principal of Reed Hilderbrand, “expanding understanding of one of our planet’s most diverse ecozones and its beauty, mutability and resilience.”

TABLE TALK Made in Italy, the Venus dining table by Cantoni marries a sculptural base wrapped in leather with an oblong, ceramic-stone top. Find at the brand’s Upper Georgetown showroom; cantoni.com

THREE’S COMPANY The Audra sectional in creamy bouclé invites guests to lounge in style on three adjoining modules. On offer at the new Vivere Luxury shop in Tysons. vivereluxury.com

EASY RIDER Giorgetti and Maserati unveiled a furniture collab at Milan Design Week. The debut includes the sleek Lorelei armchair, composed of two shells that echo the profile of car seats. At Salus Homes in Bethesda; salus-homes.com

STONE AGE Designed by the Dutch firm Dozsa & van Dalfsen, the Eki Table Lamp casts a subtle glow through an orb made of Carrara or Rosso Levanto marble. Find at Lignet Roset in Friendship Heights. lignet-roset.com

CAFÉ CULTURE Italian designer Francesco Favaretto’s Blitz chair for Bernhardt reinterprets the classic café chair. It’s made of ash in an array of finishes. bernhardt.com

MUM’S THE WORD The 39-inch-tall Yume vase in spray-enameled clay is emblazoned with a hand-applied chrysanthemum transfer. Available at Roche Bobois in DC and Tysons. roche-bobois.com

PERFECT FIT Jean-Marie Massaud’s Ernest tables for Poliform can be used individually or fitted together like a puzzle. Options include solid wood, marble or travertine. In Cady’s Alley; poliform.it

A Mediterranean Revival manse built in 1910 captured the fancy of potential buyers on a tour with their architect, Christian Zapatka. But beyond its stucco façade, carved-limestone balustrade and stately entry hall, chinks in the armor emerged. Among them: compromised bearing walls, a dank and unlivable basement and a 1980s-era solarium ready to fall apart.

“It was probably the first time on a go-see that I said, ‘I need to return with my structural engineer,’” Zapatka recalls.

Nevertheless, Jackson Palmer and Ron Martin could see beyond the red flags. “We felt confident we could transform the Kalorama property into an elegant, gracious home that would be an artistic expression of who we are,” Palmer notes. “The rooms are large for a Washington row house and its scale allows for a lot of light.”

The twosome, both attorneys, closed the deal and enlisted Zapatka and Peterson + Collins builders to reimagine and expand the four-story grand dame while respecting its pedigree. The owners envisioned “a club house” where they could easily host casual get-togethers and formal functions indoors and out. Also on the wish list: a light-filled apartment for Palmer’s octogenarian mother, Barbara.

No stranger to preserving historical Washington residences, Zapatka took a learned approach. His sweeping makeover shored up shortcomings and subtracted flaws, including the flimsy conservatory out back. A full basement excavation raised six-and-a-half-foot ceilings to a standard eight. And a new rear addition introduced a basement bedroom, ground-floor kitchen/family room and a rooftop terrace serving the primary suite.

“A lot of heavy lifting went into making it a usable house and giving us a really good, workable envelope for the interior overlay,” contends the architect.

In 2021, the owners finally moved into the now-4,500-square-foot home with Barbara, their two Corgis—and very little furniture from their former Georgetown digs. After an introduction by Zapatka, they hired DC interior designer Tom Preston on the spot.

Preston got to work developing a layered plan that would tap into his clients’ love of color, modern art and playful yet sophisticated style. “We tried to give them a traditional shell because the house is kind of neoclassical,” he observes. “I built on that with a fusion of modern pieces mixed with antiques. This juxtaposition sparks a dialogue among periods and styles and creates something unique rather than run of the mill.”

Case in point is the foyer, where an 18th-century Italian settée cloaked in fuchsia wool is flanked by a mid-century chrome side table and an oversized Gaetano Pesce vase made of rubber. Mod Fornasetti wallpaper and a high-wattage Missoni rug for Stark pump up the volume.

To fashion such a mélange, Preston channeled the idea of a 1970s apartment in Paris. “It involves Old World boiserie and plasterwork on the walls and antique pieces that may have been accumulated by a family, mixed in with some modern curveballs,” muses the designer, who is also an antiques dealer.

In the living room, original window casings and crisp crown molding play backup to an eclectic mix of furnishings and art. The space combines a green, abstract painting, a geometric Design Within Reach rug and antique French chairs covered in a 1940s Josef Frank motif. Meanwhile, the room’s original fireplace mantel received a coat of bright-yellow paint.

“Jackson and Ron have an exuberant sense of color,” says Preston. “I love color too, but I had to reel them in a bit.” The designer envisioned the dining room, awash in coral, as a “nighttime jewel box,” its ceiling burnished in a Champagne glaze from Modern Masters. A Paul Evans table and chrome sideboard, vintage Italian chairs and a striking abstract in blue by Power Boothe conjure a glam, post-modern vibe.

The updated floor plan extends sightlines from the foyer and living room back to the open family room/kitchen. A stair hall separates spaces on the living room side while the dining room sits between the foyer and the new kitchen, decked out in marine blue Waterworks cabinetry.

Zapatka salvaged the original staircase, where natural light streams in from a skylight above. Stairs lead to the walkout basement, the second floor’s library and primary suite, and a guest room and home office on the third level. An elevator connects the basement and ground floor.

Benjamin Moore’s Downpour Blue drenches the primary suite, anchored by a French Moderne-style bed in ivory leather. An alcove screened by Brunschwig & Fils drapery opens to a garden terrace extending the full 22-foot width of the house—as does the library.

In that clubby space, Zapatka established order with a bank of low cabinets that neatly envelops existing radiators. “It provides storage, but also creates a cohesive visual line,” says the architect. Residents can read on the window seats or the cozy Lewis Mittman sofa. A Jacob Kainen painting pops on a wall saturated in glossy green.

Musing on their home’s bold palette, Palmer explains, “People are often shocked by our use of color. But pattern and color are hallmarks of our style. They may remind us of a place that is meaningful, or harken the memory of a loved one.”

The owners are delighted with their home’s dramatic transformation. As Palmer reflects, “When you use interior design to honor parts of your life—and lives together—it consciously and subconsciously brings you joy.”

THROUGHOUT
Drapery Fabrication: Goncalves & Sons; 703-528-5272. Front Window & Door Restoration: thecraftsmengroup.com. Rear Windows & Doors: loewen.com.

FOYER
Wallpaper: fornasetti.com. Rug: missoni.com through starkcarpet.com. Antique Italian Bench: averydash.com. Pillows: pierrefrey.com; bellafreud.com. Table: goodwooddc.com. Mirror: roomandboard.com. Prints, Sculpture, Pedestal & Table Lamps: thomasprestoninteriors.com. Console Table: martinandbrockett.com. Murano Glass Chandelier: 1stdibs.com. Ceiling Paint: Iceberg by benjaminmoore.com. Front Door Paint: Brinjal by farrow-ball.com.

LIVING ROOM
Rug: dwr.com. Sofas: jonathanadler.com. Coffee Table: chairish.com. Wall Paint: Stonington Gray by benjaminmoore.com. Ceiling Paint: Iceberg by benjaminmoore.com. Painting: Owners’ Collection. Side Table & Table Lamp: thomasprestoninteriors.com. Antique French Chairs: jean-pierreantiques.com. Fabric on Antique Chairs: Josef Frank. Fireplace Marble: rbratti.com. Mantle Paint: Lemon by benjaminmoore.com. Art Above Fireplace: Owners’ Collection. Metal Table: Vintage. Roman Shade Fabric: pierrefrey.com. Pillow Fabric: saved-ny.com; fornasetti.com.

DINING ROOM
Wall Paint: Fan Coral by benjaminmoore.com. Table & Sideboard: Paul Evans. Chandelier: rh.com. Rug: starkcarpet.com. Chairs: chairish.com. Blue Painting: Power Boothe. Benches & Sconces: vintage. Mirror: thomasprestoninteriors.com.

FAMILY ROOM
Wallpaper: cwstockwell.com. Sofa & Sofa Fabric: m2l.com. Twin Tables: chairish.com. Side Table & Rug: thomasprestoninteriors.com. Table Lamp: vintage.

KITCHEN
Cabinets & Hardware: waterworks.com. Cabinet Paint: Slate Teal by benjaminmoore.com. Wall & Ceiling Paint: Morning Sky Blue by benjaminmoore.com. Marble: rbratti.com. Stools: roomandboard.com. Pendants & Plumbing Fixtures: visualcomfort.com.

TERRACE
Custom Railing Design: christianzapatkaarchitect.com. Table & Chairs: rh.com.

STAIR
Wall Color: Stonington Gray by benjaminmoore.com. Painting: Owners’ Collection. Runner: missoni.com through starkcarpet.com. Sconce: kellywearstler.com.

PRIMARY BEDROOM
Bed: Mariette Himes Gomez for hickorychair.com. Lamps: hollyhunt.com. Night Tables: thomasprestoninteriors.com. Curtain & Roman Shade Fabric: Brunschwig & Fils for kravet.com. Ceiling Fixture: visualcomfort.com. Rug: starkcarpet.com. Paint: Downpour Blue by benjaminmoore.com. Art & Floor Lamp: Owners’ Collection. Bedding: missoni.com. Leather Chairs: 1stdibs.com. Chest of Drawers: jonathanadler.com.

LIBRARY
Paint: Amazon Moss and Lavender Ice by benjaminmoore.com. Roman Shade Fabric: kravet.com. Table, Cocktail Table, Table Lamp & Chair Fabric: thomasprestoninteriors.com. Chairs: vintage. Sofa & Sofa Fabric: ferrellmittman.com. Rug: Custom design by thomasprestoninteriors.com for missoni.com through starkcarpet.com. Armchair & Pillow Fabric: kravet.com. Blue Painting: davidbell.art. Art: Jacob Kainen through hemphillartworks.com.