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address: "1688 E. Gude Dr Ste 304, Rockville, Maryland, United States"
latitude: 39.087
longitude: -77.168
phone: "(305) 992-1688"
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rating: 4.9
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# The Rooted Studio

Original Houzz profile: [The Rooted Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/the-rooted-studio-pfvwus-pf~310508142)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms
- **Location:** Rockville, MD
- **Serves:** Silver Spring, Gaithersburg, Bethesda, North Bethesda, Potomac, Olney, North Potomac, Takoma Park, Chevy Chase, North Kensington, South Kensington, Ashton-Sandy Spring, Friendship Village, Kensington, Chevy Chase Village, Derwood, Chevy Chase View, Chevy Chase Section Three, Chevy Chase Section Five, North Chevy Chase, Glen Echo, Glen Echo Heights, Brookeville, DC (Washington), Washington
- **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (15 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2020–2025), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Recommended on Houzz
- 25 Ideabook Saves
- Best of Houzz winner
- Locally owned
- Offers Custom Work

We are all about fun and family....you have to have a house you love to enjoy both of those aspects of life. We are the boutique design build & interiors firm located in Rockville, Maryland that can help you love your house...whatever your budget is, we can help! We specialize in partnering with our clients to find complex and unique solutions to your home's challenges. We love working with houses of all ages and strive to provide first class customer service taking our projects from concept to completion including design, planning, estimating, permitting, construction, and warranty work.

### Services Provided

- Home Remodeling
- Custom Homes
- New Home Construction
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Home Additions
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Kitchen Design
- Bathroom Design
- Building Design
- Basement Remodeling
- Deck Building
- Architectural Drawings
- Outdoor Kitchen Construction
- Multigenerational Homes
- House Plans
- Pool House Design & Construction
- Project Management
- Floor Plans
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Garage Building
- Basement Design
- Outdoor Kitchen Design
- Green Building
- Laundry Room Design
- Sustainable Design
- Porch Design & Construction
- Lighting Design
- Historic Building Conservation
- Deck Design
- Mudroom Design
- Site Planning
- Garage Design
- Home Theater Design
- Tiny House Construction
- Wood Floor Installation
- Modular Home Additions
- Outdoor Lighting Design
- Prefab Houses
- Passive Solar Heating & Cooling

### Areas Served

- Silver Spring
- Gaithersburg
- Bethesda
- North Bethesda
- Potomac
- Olney
- North Potomac
- Takoma Park
- Chevy Chase
- North Kensington
- South Kensington
- Ashton-Sandy Spring
- Friendship Village
- Kensington
- Chevy Chase Village
- Derwood
- Chevy Chase View
- Chevy Chase Section Three
- Chevy Chase Section Five
- North Chevy Chase
- Glen Echo
- Glen Echo Heights
- Brookeville
- DC (Washington)
- Washington

### Typical Job Cost

$100,000 - 1 million

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | The Rooted Studio |
| Address | 1688 E. Gude Dr Ste 304, Rockville, Maryland, United States |
| Phone | (305) 992-1688 |
| Website | http://www.therootedstudio.com |
| License Number | 134329 |
| Followers on Houzz | 16 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/therootedstudio/
- Blog — https://www.instagram.com/the\_rooted\_studio/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [The Rooted Studio](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/the-rooted-studio-pfvwus-pf~310508142)
- **Website:** http://www.therootedstudio.com
- **Phone:** (305) 992-1688

## Credentials

- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2020–2025), for Service.

**Affiliations**
- [AIA Potomac Valley](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-potomac-valley-pfvwus-pf~2047859558)
- [NCARB](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/ncarb-pfvwus-pf~1477640315)
- [AIA Maryland](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-maryland-pfvwus-pf~1008144465)
- [U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/u-s-green-building-council-usgbc-pfvwus-pf~1797160658)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 15 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 50.0

### Reviews

**★★★★★ — HU-125539359, Nov. 2024**

> We highly recommend The Rooted Studio for home design and remodel projects.  We are grateful to have hired the firm to design and complete an extensive renovation of our 1968 Colonial home.  Our home was outdated and in desperate need of updating, especially the kitchen and bathrooms.  Jimmy and Linda are an awesome team to work with, and their individual talents complement one another.  From the design phase to construction and the selection of materials, finishes and furniture, they made the entire process a creative, collaborative, and enjoyable experience.  We always thought that we needed to build an addition to our first floor but we were shown that it was unnecessary with a reconfiguration of the first floor, creating the openness, space and light we wanted.  We now have a home that we love and we still pinch ourselves with our amazing kitchen and first floor design!

**★★★★★ — William Ragen, May 2024**

> Linda helped us with a number of design and home decorating issues when we moved into our new home. Se always listened and offered very helpful suggestions. She not only spent time at our place but also went out to show rooms, stores, etc with us. She was great to work with and we are very happy with all the decisions she helped us make.

**★★★★★ — Madeline Feinberg, Aug. 2019**

> I heard about Linda from several friends who had used her services and who had suggested she’d be just the person to help me select colors for all the rooms in both of my homes. Since I had  never used any colors except white for walls, colors were a big step for me and I was a nervous wreck. Linda was great! We talked about choices, options etc and what impressed me at the time was the fact that she is such a good listener and helped me make decisionI never thought I could make. Of note irs been 7 or 8 years since we did the work,and I needed to repaint a few rooms, but I couldn’t find info on colors that she had given me, I called her to ask for suggestions and the next day  she gave me a complete list of all the colors etc that we had used for each room all those years ago!

**★★★★★ — S Goodall, Aug. 2019**

> Linda gets to know you and your personal style and always keeps that front and center with her design work. She brings a wealth of knowledge to her work. We've used her for many years and are always happy with the results.

**★★★★★ — timm2, Aug. 2019**

> We love our porch.  Jimmy Stringer and his crew checked on our project daily, paid attention to small and large details.  The quality of the work is excellent. Jimmy’s architectural expertise provides additional intrinsic value because the work not only looks wonderful, but the finished project looks like it was always supposed to be part of our home.
> Every day, Jimmy or an associate was on our site talking to us, making sure construction was correct and timely.  At the end, they asked us to create a “punch list” of things that needed attention, but we couldn’t make a list because they took care of things as the job progressed.
>
> They truly care that you are happy during construction and upon completion.  We highly recommend the Rooted Studio.
>
> Their motto is, “We want you to love it.”   And, we do!

**★★★★★ — vlivezey, Aug. 2019**

> We worked with Jimmy and Linda on our conversion of a space in our home into an in-law suite by adding a bathroom, bedroom and sitting room. They took care of literally every detail and the finished product is beautiful. We absolutely love the space, as does anyone who sees it. The finishings are really top notch. Jimmy and Linda are also absolute pleasures to work with and were always available. I highly recommend them for any complex project.

**★★★★★ — Larrie Greenberg, Aug. 2019**

> Linda Kushner is a professional whom I have used over the years to consult on my decorating needs. She works with me, outlining how one approach might be better than another. She is never pushy and works within my budget. I feel comfortable contacting her even when time has gone by and we haven';t spoken for a while. Her effusiveness is contagious, representing her boundless energy. She thinks out-of-the-box and works magic with colors. I have recommended her to many friends.

**★★★★★ — Terri Smith, Aug. 2019**

> Great design work changed our family room and powder room into spaces that spark joy—and spruced up the rest of the house.. Linda’s professional advice and ideas made it easy to choose paint color, furniture, fabrics—everything.  It was wonderful to have one source to coordinate carpeting, electrical work, plumbing changes, painting and drapery hanging. Everything was choreographed to get the work done and minimize the chaos in the house.

**★★★★★ — Joyce Schuman, Aug. 2019**

> My experience with Rooted Studio couldn't have been better.  They listen and they respond with a design that truly reflects our personalities.  The finished product is gorgeous and we get compliments galore on our home's appearance.

**★★★★ — Caryn Anthony, Aug. 2019**

> We used them to install a backsplash and fireplace tile, and to do some painting.  The price was fair, they were professional, and responsive.

**★★★★★ — Beth Mallon, July 2019**

> We're so thankful we chose The Rooted Studio to design + build for our home renovation which included 500 sq ft addition.  We are absolutely thrilled with the outcome!  Jimmy and his team worked meticulously to ensure all the details were properly planned and executed.  He was patient with us during the design process and was willing to incorporate our ideas. His design software allowed us to virtually walk through the space. We chose to move out for the renovation and were at ease knowing The Rooted Studio was taking good care of our home.  We've been in our new space for 1+ year and couldn't be happier with their work!

**★★★★★ — L Ahlers, July 2019**

> Working with Linda Kushner was great. She helped me go outside my comfort zone by presenting ideas that were the perfect combination of color, pattern, and texture.  Linda listened to me and designed a bedroom that is beautiful and relaxing.  My husband and I both love it. I would gladly work with Linda in the future for any design needs.

## Selected projects

- [Lake Hallowell Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-hallowell-renovation-pj-vj~5755644)
  - Location: Olney, MD
  - Photos: 17
- [Camelia 1](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/camelia-1-pj-vj~3134495)
  - Location: Rockville, MD
  - Photos: 27
- [Azalea Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/azalea-remodel-pj-vj~5755634)
  - Location: Rockville, MD
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: First floor open concept remodel in Rockville.
- [Manor Park Stone house](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/manor-park-stone-house-pj-vj~5755609)
  - Location: Rockville, MD
  - Photos: 16
- [Olney Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/olney-residence-pj-vj~2918782)
  - Location: Olney, MD
  - Photos: 24
- [Brooke Manor Front Porch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/brooke-manor-front-porch-pj-vj~5755627)
  - Location: Rockville, MD
  - Photos: 5
- [SIlver Spring Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/silver-spring-bathroom-pj-vj~5781928)
  - Location: Silver Spring, MD
  - Photos: 3
- [Red Clover](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/red-clover-pj-vj~2039708)
  - Location: Rockville, MD
  - Photos: 12

[See all 8 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/the-rooted-studio-pfvwus-pf~310508142)

## Ideabooks

- [Hall Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/185697671/list/hall-bathroom) — 1 idea
- [Modern Living](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/131604539/list/modern-living) — 8 ideas
- [TRS - Outdoor Inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108490018/list/trs-outdoor-inspiration) — 7 ideas
- [TRS - Kitchen Inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/108399941/list/trs-kitchen-inspiration) — 12 ideas
- [TRS - Landscape & garden inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4800777/list/trs-landscape-garden-inspiration) — 13 ideas
- [TRS - Renovation Inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/50109779/list/trs-renovation-inspiration) — 217 ideas
- [TRS - Hardie Plank Siding](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/87915044/list/trs-hardie-plank-siding) — 17 ideas
- [TRS - Bathrooms-classic](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/26906598/list/trs-bathrooms-classic) — 34 ideas
- [rustic](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/31830863/list/rustic) — 5 ideas
- [office playroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/70443781/list/office-playroom) — 2 ideas
- [mudroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/55464905/list/mudroom) — 9 ideas
- [red clover master bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/55369580/list/red-clover-master-bathroom) — 11 ideas
- [eastern shore](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/50989640/list/eastern-shore) — 12 ideas
- [exterior](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/25809543/list/exterior) — 24 ideas
- [Modern Additions](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/48245009/list/modern-additions) — 5 ideas
- [modern](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3544324/list/modern) — 8 ideas
- [Gardens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/45188712/list/gardens) — 1 idea
- [new homes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/45169839/list/new-homes) — 9 ideas
- [rustic zen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/43949414/list/rustic-zen) — 3 ideas
- [basement](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32329458/list/basement) — 2 ideas

[See all 23 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/jdstringerjr)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Does this come with the chimney section?** *(in Product Questions)*

A: Can it fit in a 8' ceiling application?

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-15.*