by Bennett Frank McCarthy Architects, Inc.
Silver Spring, MD, US 20910 · 160 photos
Gracious front porch
http://www.bfmarch.com

 
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stonema wrote:
Square Foot - Hello, I love this cottage! Will you please tell the me square feet of living space? Thank you. »
· Comment · 3 days ago
Bennett Frank McCarthy Architects, Inc. Hi Stonema,

The cottage is approximately 2,100 sf on the first and second level. There is a basement which adds another 1,200 sf, some for utility and some occupiable space.

There have been several questions about this cottage here:




If you have other questions, feel free to call us directly and we will connevct you with the responsible partner to discuss the project.
3 days ago ·
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Alice Hatter wrote:
Does this cottage have storm windows? Do they still use storm windows? »
· Comment · 5 weeks ago
Bennett Frank McCarthy Architects, Inc. Hi Alice Hatter,

Most of the windows were replaced with with new windows in the renovation for this project. We have some projects that retain original windows with storms due to historic district regulations.

If you would like to know more, please give us a call and we would be glad to connect you with the partner in charge of this project.
5 weeks ago ·
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Haegglund Architecture wrote:
siding - I love the mitered corners on the siding. Is this wood siding or hardie plank, and do you have any tips on how we can get our mitered joints to stay tight? »
· Comment · 7 weeks ago
Bennett Frank McCarthy Architects, Inc. Hi Haegglund Architecture,

It is Hardie and we work with our contractor to install the siding with alternating lap miters as the manufacturer suggests. We were fortunate to have a highly skilled carpenter on this project. Feel free to call us if you have further questions - we would be glad to put you in touch with the partner responsible.
7 weeks ago ·
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smith_2002 wrote:
Railing - What railing system/ product is used? »
· Comment · 4 months ago
Bennett Frank McCarthy Architects, Inc. Hi Smith_2002,

The railing was custom designed by our firm and fabricated on site by the general contractor for this project.

Best, BFM
4 months ago ·
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cottage44 wrote:
What is the trim color (pillars, sofits, etc.) Is it white or cream? Thank you very much! »
· Comment · 6 months ago
Marie Ricci Hi, How many square feet is this cottage? Thank you for your time.
5 months ago ·
Bennett Frank McCarthy Architects, Inc. Hi Marie Ricci,

The cottage is approximately 2,100 sf on the first and second level. There is a basement which adds another 1,200 sf, some for utility and some occupiable space.

We would be glad to discuss the project with you -feel free to contact us and we will connect you with the partner in charge.

The medallions you make are quite nice.

Cheers -
5 months ago ·
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feliciatl wrote:
What do I tell a roofer to get a similar roof pattern? Shingles? Sheet? Special order strip? »
· Comment · 6 months ago
Bennett Frank McCarthy Architects, Inc. Hi Feliciati,

This roof is constructed from synthetic slate. Initially we laid out the pattern in a computer model, then refined it with physical color samples of the synthetic slates. We then met with the roofer on site and reviewed the pattern, mocking it up with the roofer to make sure we all understood how it would appear.

We would be glad to review this with you. Please feel free to give us a call and we will put you in touch with the principal in charge of this project.

Cheers -
6 months ago ·
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polorun wrote:
is this a flat roof or pitched roof »
· Comment · 7 months ago
Bennett Frank McCarthy Architects, Inc. Hi polorun,

This is a house that has lots of pitched roofs -

Cheers-
7 months ago ·
polorun Thanks Houzz Team for the quick response.
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marthabollier wrote:
would you please tell me the exterior siding color? thanks »
· Comment · 7 months ago
Jo Ann Pls tell me the size of the siding. Is it a 5" exposure?
6 days ago ·
Bennett Frank McCarthy Architects, Inc. Hi Jo Ann,

5" approximately. We usually layout the exposure in the field with the contractor to work with a variety of elements including any bands, mouldings and window elevations where applicable.

If you would like to talk about this feel free to call us and we will connect you with the partner responsible for the project.
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laurakat38 wrote:
What is the square footage of the inside of the house? Also would love to see more pictures inside:) »
· Comment · 8 months ago
Bennett Frank McCarthy Architects, Inc. The house has 1,300 sf on the main living level and basement, there is 750 sf on the second floor level above. If you have additional questions - please feel free to contact us directly. Cheers -
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Candice McCasland wrote:
I have a question regarding the construction of front porch railing - Was the second horizontal railing notched for the 2x6 slat to pass through or behind? »
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