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Lothian, MD, United States
Special Mention, 2025 A+Awards, Residential - Unbuilt - Private House (L >3000 sq ft)
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Lothian, MD, United States
Special Mention, 2025 A+Awards, Residential - Unbuilt - Private House (L >3000 sq ft)
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Type
STATUS
Concept
YEAR
2025
SIZE
3000 sqft - 5000 sqft
This contemporary farmstead, designed for two artists, centers on two core concepts: establishing an unobstructed visual connection between interior and exterior spaces, and reinterpreting the site’s architectural heritage for a modern context.
Twin gables anchor the structure into the hillcrest, seamlessly integrating it with the landscape and honoring the property’s agrarian roots. These gable forms serve as the foundation for the living spaces, which are elevated by expansive glass and metal details that bring lightness and openness beyond the classic barn, library, and stair volumes. The resulting interplay between traditional forms and modern materials creates a dynamic balance of the familiar and the new.
Upon entry, visitors are greeted by an expansive, open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area. Two wings frame this central space, lending a sense of intimacy while showcasing sweeping views of the rolling pastures. The left wing encompasses the primary suite and guest rooms, each opening outward to embrace the gentle landscape. The right wing houses a studio for the artists’ varied media, while an exclusive guest suite and loft for gathering occupy the upper level.
Two key spaces—the barn and the library—are meticulously designed to reflect the clients’ creative pursuits. Wrapped on three sides by glass, these rooms foster an immersive connection with the outdoors. This design gesture orients daily activities toward the surrounding environment, providing boundless inspiration in an ever-changing scene of life and color.
Further rooting the home in its pastoral context, Abodo Vulcan exterior cladding is employed in a durable board-and-batten configuration, echoing the aesthetic of the farmstead. Chosen for its performance and sustainability, this material underscores the project’s commitment to blending traditional sensibilities with modern sophistication. In doing so, the design redefines timelessness—drawing from historical influences while establishing a forward-looking vision for contemporary rural living.
Twin gables anchor the structure into the hillcrest, seamlessly integrating it with the landscape and honoring the property’s agrarian roots. These gable forms serve as the foundation for the living spaces, which are elevated by expansive glass and metal details that bring lightness and openness beyond the classic barn, library, and stair volumes. The resulting interplay between traditional forms and modern materials creates a dynamic balance of the familiar and the new.
Upon entry, visitors are greeted by an expansive, open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area. Two wings frame this central space, lending a sense of intimacy while showcasing sweeping views of the rolling pastures. The left wing encompasses the primary suite and guest rooms, each opening outward to embrace the gentle landscape. The right wing houses a studio for the artists’ varied media, while an exclusive guest suite and loft for gathering occupy the upper level.
Two key spaces—the barn and the library—are meticulously designed to reflect the clients’ creative pursuits. Wrapped on three sides by glass, these rooms foster an immersive connection with the outdoors. This design gesture orients daily activities toward the surrounding environment, providing boundless inspiration in an ever-changing scene of life and color.
Further rooting the home in its pastoral context, Abodo Vulcan exterior cladding is employed in a durable board-and-batten configuration, echoing the aesthetic of the farmstead. Chosen for its performance and sustainability, this material underscores the project’s commitment to blending traditional sensibilities with modern sophistication. In doing so, the design redefines timelessness—drawing from historical influences while establishing a forward-looking vision for contemporary rural living.
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