Photographer: John Sutton

http://www.cookarchitectural.com Perched on wooded hilltop, this historical estate home was thoughtfully restored and expanded, addressing the modern needs of a large family and incorporating the unique style of its owners. The design is teeming with custom details including a porte cochère and fox head rain spouts, providing references to the historical narrative of the site’s long history.

AFTER: Photo taken from same position as 'BEFORE' photo. With the laundry room and garage walls removed, this becomes open, light-filled space. A dramatic rustic wood countertop island anchors the room.

Case Design/Remodeling Inc. Bethesda, MD Project Designer David Vogt http://www.houzz.com/pro/dvogt/dave-vogt-case-design

Designed by Sally Ross Photograph by George Ross

Rob Karosis Photography www.robkarosis.com

Eclectic kitchen with recaimed barnboard beams and flooring.Berch cabinets with antique hardware and leaded antique glass doors.Herbeau white farm sink and integrating antique breakfront.

This project was a complete kitchen remodel of a 1980’s kitchen that maintained the current floor plan while redefining the relationship between the kitchen and family room. The cabinetry includes high glass cupboards to house special curios and allows for an easy, elegant transition into the contiguous family room. Surfaces such as the soap stone counter surrounding the farm sink and the wooden dining bar, were selected to accommodate the preferences of an active cook.