--- title: "KUBE architecture — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/kube-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1795232930 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1795232930.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "KUBE architecture" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/d7c3a08b0e602e7d_1261-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "818 18th St NW, Suite 600, Washington, D.C. 20006, United States" latitude: 38.8964 longitude: -77.0447 phone: "(202) 986-0573" website: http://KUBE-arch.com rating: 5 review_count: 26 best_of_houzz_awards: 14 followers: 1567 last_updated: 2026-09-03 --- # KUBE architecture Original Houzz profile: [KUBE architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/kube-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1795232930) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Washington, DC - **Serves:** Washington, Alexandria, Annandale, Arlington, Bethesda, Cheverly, College Park, DC (Washington), East Coast / West Coast, Forest Heights, Fort Washington, Franconia, Ft Washington, Greenbelt, Hyattsville, Landover, Laurel, Lincolnia, Merrifield, New Carrollton, North Bethesda, North Chevy Chase, North Springfield, Oxon Hill, Potomac, Silver Hill, Silver Spring, Springfield, Takoma Park, University Park, West Mclean, West Springfield, White Oak - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (26 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 14 awards (2013–2026), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Industry Research - Barometer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Award winning - Offers Custom Work KUBE architecture is an award winning modern architecture studio that challenges the norms of daily life and attempts to reinterpret ways of working and living in the built environment. Every new challenge is considered in the most creative way possible. KUBE views its clients as partners in the design process, and works to create customized spaces that suit their lifestyle, desires, functional needs, and budget. KUBE emphasizes the primary components of architectural space: light, color, texture, and materiality. Working with new materials and methods of construction, research is an on-going process at KUBE. We believe in the value of sustainable materials, and utilize green products whenever possible. Finally, KUBE believes in economy of means, and in creating efficient spaces that achieve both richness and simplicity. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Floor Plans - Bathroom Design - Green Building - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Universal Design - Pool House Design & Construction - Drafting - Project Management - Handicap-Accessible Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Basement Remodeling - Mudroom Design - Basement Design - Attic Conversion - Tiny House Construction - Staircase Design - Deck Design - Garage Design - Laundry Room Design - Home Gym Design & Construction - Rooftop Deck Installation - Custom Home ### Areas Served - Washington - Alexandria - Annandale - Arlington - Bethesda - Cheverly - College Park - DC (Washington) - East Coast / West Coast - Forest Heights - Fort Washington - Franconia - Ft Washington - Greenbelt - Hyattsville - Landover - Laurel - Lincolnia - Merrifield - New Carrollton - North Bethesda - North Chevy Chase - North Springfield - Oxon Hill - Potomac - Silver Hill - Silver Spring - Springfield - Takoma Park - University Park - West Mclean - West Springfield - White Oak ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | KUBE architecture | | Address | 818 18th St NW, Suite 600, Washington, D.C. 20006, United States | | Phone | (202) 986-0573 | | Website | http://KUBE-arch.com | | Followers on Houzz | 1567 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/pages/kube-architecture/90483538340?fref=ts - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/KubeArch - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/company/153779?trk=tyah&trkInfo=tarId%3A1396839847840%2Ctas%3Akube%20archite - Blog — https://www.instagram.com/kube\_arch/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [KUBE architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/kube-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1795232930) - **Website:** http://KUBE-arch.com - **Phone:** (202) 986-0573 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - numerous awards and publications: AIA - Remodel magazine- Washintonian Magazine- Architect magazine - various international magazines : see web site for full list : www.kube-arch.com - **Best of Houzz:** 14 awards (2013–2026), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 26 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Spaced Out, June 2017** > Kube was very helpful in collaboration with me on a rear deck design. Their knowledge of innovative materials sets them apart in the DC market. **★★★★★ — Mersoa Woodwork and Design, LLC, Dec. 2014** > We have worked with KUBE Architecture on a number of projects in past 5 years and it is always a great pleasure to work with. It's not just that they have remarkable designs, but they are very knowable and professional, and they always bring a great deal of positive energy. > Looking forward to the next project. **★★★★★ — Daniel Karr, Dec. 2014** > I worked with Rich from Kube for the underpinning (dig out) and complete design and build of a two bedroom/two bath in the basement of a DC townhouse. Rich provided exceptional vision and the necessary experience to turn what could have been a dreary, boring street-level apartment into an open, light-filled space that I am proud to call my home. > > The project can be found here: http://www.houzz.com/projects/747111/karr-pad **★★★★★ — lenloe, Oct. 2014** > KUBE is a great firm, with architectural solutions that not only win awards, they are functionally efficient! I look forward to my next project with KUBE! **★★★★★ — nfeddis, July 2013** > We hired Kube for a condo stair and landing project for 3-levelcourtyard and front entrance. The architect, Janet Bloomberg has been professional, engaged, reliable, committed and enthusiatic on a challenging project.She has been particularly patient with the engineer and has stepped in when one of our managers became unavailable. She respects , welcomes, and responds to various owners' opions, including those diferent from her own so that we, the client, will be happy with the final project. Note: While design and plan are complete, project awaits regulator approval to begin actual construction. **★★★★★ — nicolevg, July 2013** > We have been working with Janet for 10 years and continue to rely on KUBE to bring their signature to our new renovation projects - from a raw steel-wrapped stainless steel bar to our beautiful new interlaced ipe and cement board garden wall. > Janet (slightly pre-KUBE) was one of a few architects we were to interview in 2003 for a major renovation of our 1910 Wardman row house - we clicked with Janet as soon as we started discussing ideas. She made us realize that the clean, simple, modern work we admired was within our grasp (and our budget!). Honoring our restrictions to keep the house facade intact and to retain what was possible of the interior finishes, Janet designed a new (bump up) third floor master suite with walkout roof patio and a practical but sleek basement rental apartment. The new warm modern third floor was seamlessly integrated with a clean renovation of the existing two-story house - a simple, light raw steel staircase running down the core of the house and the warmly-colored common wall grounded the modern 3rd floor in the more historical part of the house. All in all, the results were much more than we had thought possible... Throughout, Janet helped us keep to our tight budget and ensured we felt included in every detail. That last bit was important to us - we very much appreciated Janet's collaborative work style. If we had an idea, she listened and usual found a way to incorporate the thought. > Janet was more than just a designer, however. She was with us through the entire project, helping us with the bidding process and general contractor selection. Once construction began, she acted as both our advocate and a collaborator with our general contractor. Her guidance was indispensable. We've since become friends both with Janet and the lead Carpenter - a testament to the sense of teamwork on the job. > As we've said, we've continued to work with KUBE whenever we renovate - new kitchen and backyard. Though we've primarily worked with Janet, we've benefited from Richard's wonderful vision once they teamed up to start KUBE. As a team, they function as true partners - no egos, just incorporating each other’s perspectives and ideas. > We are extremely pleased we've worked with KUBE. We never would have envisioned when we started this process that we would be living in a Washingtonian Award-winning house and having an ongoing relationship with our architect. We couldn't have picked better. **★★★★★ — lshawhub, July 2013** > Janet and her team designed our dream addition to our weekend home which is now our home home. They gave us exactly what we wanted with some innovative design ideas which have made us very happy. We wanted modern, liveable, and affordable, and they delivered! Also, they are detail-oriented, which made a huge difference in the final look and feel of our home. > > I highly recommend KUBE architecture for their skill, creativity, knowledge, responsiveness, caring, and professionalism. > > ~Linda H **★★★★★ — piazzgi, July 2013** > Seven stars; the five I gave Kube, plus Janet and Rich, architecture stars in their own right. I had my house fully redone by Kube architecture and I could not have been happier: they understood my needs and taste, they led me - with a very light touch - through the process, they saved me by my mistakes and I am now the happy owner of the most beautiful house. If you want professional advice, high level architectural expertise and a true partner, look at Kube **★★★★ — Liz H, June 2013** > We had a charming Capitol Hill townhouse office with a not very charming interior. Kube did a fantastic job of melding modern clean lines with the classic qualities of a 1900s building. They spent significant time listening to how we wanted to use the space, what qualities would make it a workable office, and how we wanted to present the office in relation to the industry that we work in. Use of innovative cove lighting and glass brought light and a sense of spaciousness to the interior. A few great splashes of color, beautiful hardwood floors built to withstand office use, and nice assignment of space all make this a friendly, comfortable, modern office. Great job. **★★★★★ — rharris17, June 2013** > I highly recommend Kube and Rich Loosle - I cannot say enough good things about this firm, professional, creative, involved, hands-on personal touch - everything you would want from a design firm and then some. I have a townhouse in Georgetown, built in the late 1800s, and I wanted to upgrade and modernize my kitchen. A challenging task to say the least. Kube came up with some great ideas and worked with me and contractors all the way to completion, which, blushes aside, resulted in an award-winning kitchen. Kube took my ideas, added ideas I could not have thought of, and helped me create an ideal kitchen and entertainment area. They stayed involved in all phases of the project with daily check-ins over many months and made sure it all came together in the end. Kudos to Kube - a highly-recommended firm. **★★★★★ — ncabreraross, June 2013** > Fabulous! smart, very nice to work with - helpful - delivering high quality work - not cheap, though. I would hire them again - They did an amazing job in our bathroom renovation. The only thing is that they don't always cut cost - so you have to keep on top of it. **★★★★★ — Ron Ames, June 2013** > Janet Bloomberg is a wonderful person, which is a big plus when you attach that quality to Kube's skill and professionalism. She provided us with timely drawings of two possibilities for our kitchen remodel. I like her receptivity to and respect of the changes that we suggest. Space is the final frontier in our kitchen, and she has helped us reclaim that with her architectural know how. I look forward to experiencing the completed project. ## Selected projects - [Miami Drift / Miami Beach FL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/miami-drift-miami-beach-fl-pj-vj~7779450) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - [Nottingham - Bethesda. MD](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nottingham-bethesda-md-pj-vj~7869746) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: 3D images of rear addition and interior renovation - Living Room and kitchen - for a single family home in Maryland. New pool and patio / deck are designed to integrate with the open porch and expanded living area. Large windows and doors were added to increase natural light into the interior. Walls between the kitchen and living were removed to facilitate flow and entertainment. - [Court House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/court-house-pj-vj~6547138) - Location: Bethesda, MD - Photos: 22 - Description: This new ground-up house unifies indoor and outdoor space. Enclosed courtyards that operate as “outdoor rooms” merge seamlessly with adjacent indoor areas, blurring the line between the two. Composed of a transparent central 2-story living space flanked by volumes with ancillary functions, each room frames the next. The staircase and fireplace are feature elements, displaying steel and glass screens that reflect the spatial layering of the overall composition. The previous house on the site was… - [SUB-Urban](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sub-urban-pj-vj~6814855) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 23 - Description: This new house located on a 5-acre suburban site was designed for a small family who did not want to move out of the city. While this new location works better for schools and their children’s activities, they wanted their house to feel and operate as an urban dwelling. The challenge of this project was to create suburban architecture that evokes a sense of urban living. KUBE’s solution was to de-construct the typical suburban residence and reimagine its possibilities. Materials familiar to the… - [Casa Blanco](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/casa-blanco-pj-vj~3051489) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 19 - Description: A young couple, in anticipation of starting a family, desired a new family home that reflected their cultural background and individual taste. He was Spanish, and was drawn to black and white minimalism. She was Mexican, and wanted splashes of color in a modern home. Their existing home in the Maryland suburbs was small and dark, and did not take advantage of the views to the green parkway behind it. The design solution included razing the existing house, keeping the basement, and building a new… - [Book Box](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/book-box-pj-vj~7561552) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 11 - Description: The homeowners of this semi-detached house in NW DC wanted to convert their rear single car garage to a library for their extensive book collection. In addition, as avid chess players, they needed a home for a chess table that had been used in international competitions. The main house had been renovated by KUBE several years earlier for a different owner, who used the garage principally for storage. The goal for this adaptive reuse project was to create a sanctuary space that was simple, effici… - [Nouri 34](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nouri-34-pj-vj~1199221) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 19 - [Annapolis Bay House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/annapolis-bay-house-pj-vj~7365856) - Location: Annapolis, MD - Photos: 8 - [Modern Duo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-duo-pj-vj~7562291) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - Description: Washington. DC. Fourteen years after renovating their space in DuPont Circle, our clients asked us to modernize their new condo on Connecticut Ave. The 2-bedroom unit was entirely re-done to open the main living spaces up to one another and pull in more natural light. New flooring, lighting, kitchen cabinets and special wall finishes give the space an open and welcoming contemporary vibe. The photos show the before and after of the living space and entry. contractor: RessaBuilt photos: Greg Powe… - [Perch House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/perch-house-pj-vj~6974016) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 20 - Description: Washington DC PERCH house sits on a steep slope bound in the rear by a high retaining wall, overlooking trees and city. The Owners, whose first child was born during the design process, wanted to enlarge the house for their growing family, and take better advantage of the unique site. The solution was to reorganize the interior completely, creating a better spatial sequence and opening up the first floor as one large space that connects to a new deck facing the rear yard. The addition is focused… - [Storyboard](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/storyboard-pj-vj~6963165) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 15 - Description: Architecture tells stories. The façade of this new condominium building in Washington DC frames scenes from the residents’ lives, through glass bays that project at varying angles. These figural elements occupy the space between private and public, living room and street. Not only do these bays offer glimpses into the building, but they also provide uninterrupted views of city life from within. The project is a speculative development located in an up-and-coming neighborhood of the city. While t… - [Linnean](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/linnean-pj-vj~7518551) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: This new house for a developer is situated on a beautiful, steeply sloped and wooded site in NW Washington DC. The driveway connects to the house on the 2nd floor, which serves as the main living level. Lower level bedrooms are nestled into the ground, with recreational spaces and a small pool on the lowest level. The master bedroom is above, including a lounge, additional guest bedrooms, and outdoor deck(s). The main views face SE and SW, with large trees very close to the building. Cantilevere… - [Jane's Garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/jane-s-garden-pj-vj~7347030) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [MIAMI house](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/miami-house-pj-vj~7051875) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - [Sarka](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sarka-pj-vj~7287174) - Location: Bethesda, MD - Photos: 16 - [Mountain Peak](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mountain-peak-pj-vj~7118598) - Location: Asheville, NC - Photos: 15 - Description: This renovation in Asheville, NC, serves as a retirement home for KUBE’s Salt + Pepper House clients. Asheville is an artistic community located within a beautiful natural setting. The house sits at a high elevation, with a panoramic view of the mountains. The program consists of a full interior renovation, including new kitchen, dining, and living space, and master suite. The exterior of the house could not be modified, but the goal for the interior was to create a clean, modern environment, wi… - [Military Road Condos](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/military-road-condos-pj-vj~7366573) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 7 - [Lawrence Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lawrence-kitchen-pj-vj~7371843) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 7 - Description: Washington DC Lawrence Kitchen : A young couple needed to renovate and expand their kitchen for their growing family. We pushed the narrow space outwards with a new wall of glass sliding doors to brighten the interior and connect the kitchen to the rear yard. Light wood veneer and white cabinets (innately Italy) were selected to keep the space looking clean, bright and minimal. A light gray porcelain tile floor and white painted walls are complimented with LED strips which highlight the work are… - [Tim's Pad](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tim-s-pad-pj-vj~7007571) - Location: Arlington, VA - Photos: 14 - [Home Operations](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-operations-pj-vj~5524763) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 29 - Description: The homeowners of this semi-detached house in NW DC wanted to pre­serve some of the original woodwork and other key elements of the house, recognizing the importance of preservation in sustainable design. There­fore, the renovation strategy consisted of a series of “surgical” alterations that contrasts existing traditional elements with modern ones The design solution included the following interventions: OPERATIONS – Multiple existing elements are re-configured around a modern context throughou… [See all 96 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/kube-architecture-pfvwus-pf~1795232930) ## Ideabooks - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/127354844/list/wish-list) — 3 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/rico99) ## Community Q&A **Q: tell me more about the stainless steel back splash behind the cooktop?** *(in Photo Questions)* tell me more about the stainless steel back splash behind the cooktop. Where did you get it? Was it difficult to install? Is it easy to clean? What else do I need to know? A: thank you for your question....the stainless backsplash was fabricated and installed by our steel fabricator... it has a brushed finish....easy to use and clean..... i know .you can purchase a metal "stainless" backsplash from IKEA - as long as it fits your size requirements (30" wide is typical) -or you might try shopping around on the internet for pre-fabricated back splashes ..... cheers .Rich **Q: Hi! can you tell me what the square footage is of this home?** *(in Photo Questions)* I am building a home quite similar to this in Atlanta and would love to know the square footage. Thank you. A: The final sf for this project was 2,700 sf.... Cheers **Q: What are the linear lights in the ceiling? Good look. Thanks.** *(in Photo Questions)* Type of, manufacturer, etc. Thanks. A: https://www.glowbackledstore.com/ thanks for your question LED strips **Q: How were the floating shelves accomplished? Thank you.** *(in Photo Questions)* They are so thin but can take so much weight. A: The shelves are actually "L" shape steel ... the vertical "l" part is anchored to the studs in the wall...and then covered w/ drywall .. so the lower "\_" horizontal appears to float .... see attached another example..... you could achieve the same effect w/ wood....but instead use a full backer panel attached to studs / blocking....and then paint to match wall..... hope that makes sense..Rich **Q: Love this house! What is the siding?** *(in Photo Questions)* Love the white and wood. Could you tell me what they each are? A: Thanks for your comment- the WHITE is stucco... the "wood" effect is Abet Laminati - an exterior cladding material - https://abetlaminati.com/en/collezioni/meg/ comes in many colors and textures - **Q: love the lights.** *(in Photo Questions)* Where can i find them? A: It’s the Resolute Chapeau pendant. More than ten years old. There one On eBay (used) and it’s still on the Resolute lighting web site. Not sure of availability. 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