Hoi Ning Wong

Photography by Jim Tetro This house, built in the 1960s, sits southfacing on a terrific wooded lot in Bethesda, Maryland. The owners desire a whole-house renovation which would improve the general building fabric and systems, and extend the sense of living out of doors in all seasons. The original sixties-modern character is preserved and the renovation extends the design forward into a contemporary, modern approach. Connections to and through the site are enhanced through the creation of new larger window and door openings. Screened porches and decks perch above the sloped and wooded site. The new kitchen and bathrooms allow for opportunities to feel out-of -doors while preparing, cooking, dining, and bathing. Smart passive strategies guide the environmental choices for this project, including envelope improvements, updated mechanical systems, and on-site stormwater management.

Kolanowski Studio

A view of the exterior showing the variety of siding materials, etc. Peter Jahnke, photo

Left Side View Robyn Post

James J. Burry

Scott LePage Photography

The entire composition is tied together by a rich and elegant material palette that includes steel-troweled stucco, exposed concrete block, stainless steel railings, walnut millwork, cast glass partitions and Rheinzink. (Photo: Matthew Millman)

Photography by Whit Preston

The house is a contemporary expression of northwest regionalism designed to withstand serious coastal weather conditions without compromising the aesthetics considerations of massing, light and presence. The main level of this 2,700-square-foot residence accommodates all day-to-day functions and was planned for aging-in-place. photos: Martin Bydalek Photography

Custom designed and built LXD. Vancouver BC.