Getting to know you and your goals, identifying opportunities then charting a path forward.
Conceptualizing and materializing a vision then creating the tools you need to build.
Selecting, contracting and coordinating with a contractor to realize the vision.
This project centers on the expansion of an artful 1950s mid-century modern home designed by an architect for his own family. The client, who is also the architect’s grandson, seeks to enrich and expand upon the environment envisioned by his grandfather with thoughtful new ideas on living and growing for the future generations of this family.
Through substantial alteration and renovation, this wonderfully quirky 1970s modern home embodies all the character of a charming Vermont ski house. The design includes a re-envisioned kitchen/dining room and the creation of new spaces like a second master bedroom suite, a study/homeschool room, a reading niche, and a powder room.
Perched over Rock Creek Park, this 1960s modern home has seen a complete revival with “Passive House” renovations. Grounded in sustainability with “smart wall” construction and geothermal HVAC, the home’s alterations include a cantilevered library addition, floating stair, stacked stone fireplace, and modern European kitchen design.
This 1950s mid-century modern home, designed by architects Satterlee and Lethbridge, was once owned by the historic Holmes Run Acres neighborhood builder. Its new owners require a thoughtful expansion to accommodate a primary suite, study, and future garage. The design features a cantilevered all-glass bay that reaches out to the woods.
This project, for a repeat client, involves alterations to the original compact kitchen. The 1950’s mid-century modern home is a stunning example of the modified ‘Bodor” model designed by architects Satterlee and Lethbridge. The new kitchen design features enlarged front windows, bespoke cabinets and functional elements inspired by the efficiency of a ship galley.
Christiane has been designing and overseeing construction for more than twenty years in the DC area. As the third generation in a family of artists, designers and builders, she embodies the true meaning of a “hands-on” approach. Christiane possesses a passion for building, a love of the early modernist aesthetic, and a deep commitment to lessening our collective carbon footprint through sustainable design.
Specializing in historic restoration and preservation, Robert is well-versed in the work of mid-century modern design and detailing. He has achieved unrivaled technical mastery through both his education and decades of experience.
Megan is one of many architectural interns who has joined the studio over time. While gaining exposure to all aspects of an architectural practice, our interns play a critical role in seeing that your project proceeds with smooth efficiency.