PROJECT LOCATION: Crozet, Virginia CONTRACTOR: JW Smith, Inc. PHOTOGRAPHY: Gaines Group Architects
This luxury, neo-classical home in Crozet, Virginia was designed with an eye towards Jefferson’s Academical Village style. Our client wanted a formal brick home with classic details and connections from inside to outside. The many porch spaces allow for parties to flow out to enjoy the incredible views, and the interior frames the views through oversized windows. The intricate cornice details and attention to brickwork give the home a distinctive charm that is not found in most new homes.
PROJECT LOCATION: Ablemarle, Virginia CONTRACTOR: Wayne Herndon PHOTOGRAPHY: Gaines Group Architects
The Old Farm Road Renovation was a traditional ranch home when we arrived that had not been updated in decades. Our goal was to modernize the home and adapt it into a lifetime home. The features desired included an open kitchen and living space that had lots of light and access to the rear courtyard. We also wanted to add an in-law suite while improving the overall aesthetics. The homeowner needed a larger master suite and an interior pool for therapy. The existing house was neglected and had considerable termite damage which added to the renovation complications. We worked hard with the homeowner to develop a home that fit the neighborhood, addressed their aesthetic goals, and included all the amenities desired. The end result is an incredible home that allows for entertaining, quiet contemplation, formal and informal gatherings, and the ability to have live-in care.
PROJECT LOCATION: Camp Manakin, Virginia BUILDER: John W. Smith PHOTOGRAPHER: Gaines Group Architects
Camp Manakin is a traditional prairie style home nestled into the landscape. This home features natural wood and stone finishes, adheres to a strict 4′ module, and typical large overhangs with low sloped roof.
PROJECT LOCATION: Rockingham County, Virginia PHOTOGRAPHY: Asha L Beck and Susan Beck
CasaCielo is perched on the top of the property, and the views are magical. This home was carefully placed so that the connections to the site inside to outside were framed to capture nature’s beauty as the seasons pass. Glass wraps around the home on three sides from floor to ceiling blending the in-between spaces. The warm wood tones, high ceilings, and modest forms allow the site to be a celebration and the home to be a refuge. With a kitchen on one side of the living space, the home is anchored to the site, the morning views tell the story of the day while the functional spaces are all allocated to the rear of the building. Our clients have beautifully complimented the architecture with just the right furniture and fabrics.
PROJECT LOCATION: Elk Rock Meadow, Virginia CONTRACTOR: Herr & Co. PHOTOGRAPHY: Herr & Co.
Elk Rock Vista features a subdued street aesthetic with a complimentary detached garage, but once you enter the views through the home take your breath away. This modern form home has a blend of red and grey siding with lots of windows allowing for a bright interior. The main living space is warmed by the exposed beams and incredible woodworking. If you can take your eyes off the magnificent cabinetry you will be stunned by the 180 degree views in the sunroom right off the kitchen space. Venture down the hall to the craft room and the views explode again. The bold colors and incredible art work all have been placed perfectly to highlight each piece while working with the architecture. The stone found on the site during construction is reclaimed into landscaping along the slope from front to back of the house and the blend of steel and wood give the house a distinctive modern blend.
