--- title: "FORMA Design — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/forma-design-pfvwus-pf~914454844 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~914454844.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "FORMA Design" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/0a1302440bfaa826_8090-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1524 U Street, NW, Suite 200, Washington, D.C., D.C. 20009, United States" latitude: 38.9202 longitude: -77.0375 phone: "(202) 265-2625" website: http://FORMAonline.com rating: 5 review_count: 41 best_of_houzz_awards: 23 followers: 2401 last_updated: 2026-09-08 --- # FORMA Design Original Houzz profile: [FORMA Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/forma-design-pfvwus-pf~914454844) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Washington, D.C., DC - **Serves:** Washington, Alexandria, Annandale, Arlington, Baileys Crossroads, Beltsville, Bethesda, Bowie, Calverton, Camp Springs, Cheverly, Chevy Chase, Chillum, Colesville, College Park, DC (Washington), Fairmount Heights, Falls Church, Forest Heights, Fort Washington, Franconia, Ft Washington, Greenbelt, Hillandale, Hillcrest Heights, Idylwood, Jefferson, Lake Barcroft, Landover, Langley Park, Laurel, Marlow Heights, Mclean, New Carrollton, North Bethesda, North Chevy Chase, North Springfield, Oxon Hill, Potomac, Riverdale Park, Rockville, Seabrook, Seat Pleasant, Seven Corners, Silver Hill, Silver Spring, Springfield, Takoma Park, University Park, White Oak - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (41 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 23 awards (2013–2026), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 500,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Award winning - Published nationally Since 1994, Washington, DC and Miami Beach based FORMA Design, Inc., has produced memorable, creative and thoughtful Architecture and Interior Design projects that have garnered, to date, 15 awards from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and 21 awards from the International Interior Design Association (IIDA), and have been published in over 200 local, national and International books and magazines. Our projects have also been featured on National TV- HGTV's "Small Space, Big Style", "Bang for Your Buck" and Fine Living Network's " What you get for Your Money". We are CBE certified in Washington, DC. We were nominated, for the seventh year in a row, for Cooper-Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum’s National Design Awards, a nationwide awards program honoring excellence, innovation, and lasting achievement in American design. We are registered architects who specialize in Interiors- Interior Architecture and Interior Design. From architectural reconfiguration of a home to the selection of finishes and lighting, furniture, artwork, down to the accessories. Our work has been referred to as "warm modernism with european sensibilities", that results in homes that don't just look great but are also warm and livable. Each and every project is tailored to the individual client, their lifestyle, their budget and what is appropriate to the home itself, so the results are always unique, based on those parameters. Let us know how we can assist you on your project! Follow us on Houzz, if you like our work, or like us on Facebook, at https://www.facebook.com/pages/FORMA-Design/60835977892 We also have a YouTube channel with "before" and "after " videos of each project, so you may better understand the scope of each intervention. http://www.youtube.com/user/formaonline\#g/u ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Universal Design - Multigenerational Homes - Drafting - Handicap-Accessible Design - Basement Remodeling - Basement Design - Construction Drawings - Custom Homes ### Areas Served - Washington - Alexandria - Annandale - Arlington - Baileys Crossroads - Beltsville - Bethesda - Bowie - Calverton - Camp Springs - Cheverly - Chevy Chase - Chillum - Colesville - College Park - DC (Washington) - Fairmount Heights - Falls Church - Forest Heights - Fort Washington - Franconia - Ft Washington - Greenbelt - Hillandale - Hillcrest Heights - Idylwood - Jefferson - Lake Barcroft - Landover - Langley Park - Laurel - Marlow Heights - Mclean - New Carrollton - North Bethesda - North Chevy Chase - North Springfield - Oxon Hill - Potomac - Riverdale Park - Rockville - Seabrook - Seat Pleasant - Seven Corners - Silver Hill - Silver Spring - Springfield - Takoma Park - University Park - White Oak ### Typical Job Cost $250,000 - 10 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | FORMA Design | | Address | 1524 U Street, NW, Suite 200, Washington, D.C., D.C. 20009, United States | | Phone | (202) 265-2625 | | Website | http://FORMAonline.com | | Followers on Houzz | 2401 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/forma-design/60835977892?ref=ts - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/\#!/forma\_design - Blog — http://youtube.com/user/formaonline\#g/u ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [FORMA Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/forma-design-pfvwus-pf~914454844) - **Website:** http://FORMAonline.com - **Phone:** (202) 265-2625 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - American Institute of Architects (AIA) - International Interior Design Association (IIDA) - **Best of Houzz:** 23 awards (2013–2026), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [AIA Potomac Valley](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-potomac-valley-pfvwus-pf~2047859558) - [AIA Miami](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-miami-pfvwus-pf~2081442305) - [American Institute of Architects, Washington DC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-institute-of-architects-washington-dc-pfvwus-pf~882126009) - [AIA Northern Virginia](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-northern-virginia-pfvwus-pf~219616069) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 41 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — goumenis, July 2023** > We engaged Andreas to finish the interior and exterior and furnish our brand new penthouse apartment in Athens. We live in Australia and were not able to travel to Athens at the time we engaged Andreas and we relied on him to manage and complete the project for us completely remotely. Andreas used his local connections to execute the project to budget and in a timely manner. He communicated with us very effectively and kept us involved in the project (even if remote) every step of the way. Andreas has fabulous taste and an eye for all the necessary details. His ideas for an appropraite layout and the best furniture to fit our family's needs were all fantastic. Andreas engaged custom furniture makers to customise all the pieces to ensure they fit our unique layout as best as possible. We could not be happier with the finished result and having now spent time in it are very appreciative of all the custom elements that were incorporated to most effectively use all our spaces. He was thoughtful in all of his suggestions whilst accomodating of our requests (our daughter had a number of these for her room!). We could not have completed the project without Andreas' help and we are very thankful to have crossed paths with him. The results far exeeded our expectations. We highly recommend Andreas. **Comment from FORMA Design:** > Thank you so much for your kind comments Bill and Sonia! I hope you enjoy your fab penthouse for years to come. **★★★★★ — User, Sept. 2022** > Andreas and Juan helped us to modernize an outdated 1980s duplex condo. Interior kitchen and stairwell walls were removed, giving us open, bright spaces that reflect the way we live. The primary bedroom suite was completely re-imagined to create two separate walk-through dressing rooms and center the sleeping area on the view. And they even figured out a way to create a proper laundry room (a priority for us) to replace a stacked washer/dryer closet. We could not be happier! **Comment from FORMA Design:** > Thank you! The end result is spectacular! I hope you enjoy the home in good health for many many years! **★★★★★ — arlington610, Sept. 2022** > Andreas and Juan helped us to modernize an outdated 1980s duplex condo. Interior kitchen and stairwell walls were removed, giving us open, bright spaces that reflect the way we live. The primary bedroom suite was completely re-imagined to create two separate walk-through dressing rooms and center the sleeping area on the view. And they even figured out a way to create a proper laundry room (a priority for us) to replace a stacked washer/dryer closet. We could not be happier! **Comment from FORMA Design:** > Thank you! It was a pleasure working with you and helping to transform the original dated space into your forever home! Cheers! **★★★★★ — Ross Charap, Nov. 2021** > My wife Michele and I are working with Andreas and Juan for the second time and cannot imagine working with another team of architects/designers on our new home. They are consummate professionals who have come to understand what we like and what we don't care for. They present many lovely options from a palette they know we'll be comfortable with both in style and price and, thus, most decisions come very easily. Just remarkable. > > Our first experience with them was in 2013 when we were about to buy a duplex apartment in a landmark building in Greenwich Village in New York. We toyed with idea of doing things on our own, but soon realized we were investing too much money to leave things to our untrained eyes. I happened to be looking at Houzz for some ideas and saw several apartments designed by Andreas that just jumped off the screen. Michele was equally excited Although Forma is based in D.C., Andreas agreed to come to New York and look at our place. What he described to us was nothing less than enthralling. And in execution, it was just as thrilling. Over 8 years, not one visitor has come to our place without remarking on the beauty of the design and its European feel. > > We decided to move out of the city this year to be near one of our grandsons and to have more space to entertain and host family. We found the perfect place and promptly called Andreas. This collaboration is just as exciting as the first, maybe moreso because Michele has learned a great deal from Andreas and Juan and feels like a team member. I just nod (or don't if I disagree), but once again the design will make this nice house, spectacular. Do yourselves a favor and at the very least consult with Forma. They are terrific. **★★★★★ — S. A. Michaels, Dec. 2020** > We hired FORMA Design to help us finish the new apartment we purchased. Other that the floors, the apartment was delivered unfinished, so we asked FORMA to assist us in designing the kitchen, select the appliances, lighting, air conditioning, fixtures and fittings throughout, as well as fully furnish this two bedroom flat in the Gazi area of Athens, with its amazing view of the Acropolis and the Parthenon. The results are amazing, and we couldn’t be happier! **Comment from FORMA Design:** > Thanks so much for your kind words. > The views of the Acropolis and the Parthenon are awesome, so getting the interiors to be on par was exciting! **★★★★★ — Brian Hicks, Dec. 2020** > We were fortunate to have found Andreas and Forma Design through Houzz. We were looking for help furnishing our new home. Andreas listened to what we wanted and helped us refine our vision to create a sleek, modern home. He was patient and flexible with us when our timeline changed and was extremely responsive every time we reached out. Andreas has impeccable taste and a keen eye for bold and unique pieces, each of which could stand alone as a work of art. The colors and the theme for each room created a cohesive look and feel throughout the house. The last few items are due to arrive soon and we can't wait to see the finished product! Thank you Andreas for helping us make our house a beautiful home. **Comment from FORMA Design:** > Brian, it has been a pleasure working with you and Julie to bring the house to its potential and make it a customized home that accommodates your lifestyle and taste. I trust you will both be very happy there. **★★★★★ — cmdelprete, Nov. 2019** > Andreas and Juan at Forma Design are experts at transforming a home into a modern showpiece. Their meticulous attention to detail ensures the design will be true to the vision in every aspect, right down to the selection of hardware and placement of electrical outlets. Also, because of Andreas’s keen eye for design and his connections in the industry, we are completing my home renovation with unique and exciting furniture and fixtures that I would not have considered before. I went to Forma with a desire to renovate, and I left with a plan to transform **Comment from FORMA Design:** > Thank you, Catherine. We enjoyed working with you and pushing the envelope on your project. Glad you are pleased! **★★★★★ — Brian Stro, Nov. 2018** > We worked with several designers & architects in the DC area before we found FORMA Design. Finally, Andreas and his team knew the look we were going for. They worked hard to help us furnish a modern house with pieces that were not only attractive, but comfortable. Those two words are not often used together with modern furniture. They also helped cap off our whole house renovation by transforming a dated bar/entertainment/lounge area into a sleek and gorgeous show piece. They brought the WOW Factor into our project. Andreas and his team have been patient and extremely professional with us and taught us a lot. Thank you all at FORMA Design! **Comment from FORMA Design:** > Brian and Barbara- thank you for allowing us to work on your project. We are proud of the results. **★★★★★ — Bo B, Nov. 2018** > I found out about Forma Design on a simple google search, saw their work and awards on local projects and loved their aesthetics. I contacted Andreas and soon after we were walking my property. I expressed the vision I had for the space and over the next few months Andreas and Juan brought the vision to reality. The property has kept a simple palate all the while creating a clean, cutting edge, modern and ultimately breathtaking space. Andreas's creativity along with the technical knowledge brought by Juan took a dated environment and brought it into a creative and avant garde space for the modern day. **Comment from FORMA Design:** > Thank you for this endorsement of our work , Bo. The space is indeed breathtaking, but a project is only as good as the client's involvement, and your were a part of this team effort every step of the way, so kudos to you, too.. **★★★★★ — ruthie carliner, Aug. 2017** > David and I learned of Forma Design through houzz. Upon meeting Andreas, and looking at his work, we knew we found the best firm in town. Not only did Andreas bring his architectural taste, and expertise to our apartment in DC-but his attention to color, detail, and interior design was innovative while keeping our personal taste his priority. The project was finished in a timely fashion, and we are very happy with everything. **Comment from FORMA Design:** > Dear Ruthie and David- thank you so much for this endorsement. It was a pleasure working with you, and for being open minded and allowing us to push the envelope on every level on your project. The results of our collaboration speak for themselves. Thank you! **★★★★★ — Scott Coulter, Dec. 2016** > Andreas & Juan are a pleasure to work with. Over the last 10 years we have collaborated on numerous projects spanning the full realm of Corporate Interiors, Dental Studios & Residential Design. What I appreciate most is their ability quickly and concisely conveys the unique vision they have created to suite the needs of their Project/Clients. I find that my time at their office is always well spent and I take a lot of pleasure being a small park of their amazing designs. > Scott **★★★★★ — Manuel Morquecho, Dec. 2016** > We hired Andreas for the second time to do a full renovation of a 2,500 sf 1900 townhouse in the Logan Circle neighborhood in DC. We wanted a completely open, airy, modern space and Andreas's design delivered it, making a great use of every single space. Despite of the challenges the project presented given the age of the house, everything went smoothly without major surprises and incredible results. **Comment from FORMA Design:** > Thank you Manuel! We hope you enjoy your renovated new home for many many years! ## Selected projects - [FORMA profile](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/forma-profile-pj-vj~6305593) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Flat at 3303 Water Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/flat-at-3303-water-street-pj-vj~3382393) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 58 - Description: The clients, a couple that for years have been living in Baltimore, MD., bought this apartment at 3303 Water street, by the Potomac river in Georgetown. The intent was to use it as a weekend getaway to access Washington’s cultural events, restaurants, museums and the Kennedy Center plays and concerts. They approached FORMA to explore together how to bring the 2 bedroom/2 bath, 1400sf apartment to its potential. The space was tight- and our goal was to create architecture that transformed the spa… - [Penthouse in Adams Morgan](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/penthouse-in-adams-morgan-pj-vj~5408143) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 31 - Description: The client purchased this two-story penthouse in the Adams Morgan neighborhood of Washington, DC, with spectacular views of the city. His intention was to use it as a pied-a-terre when in DC, but also as his city office, when meeting clients, as well as entertaining during the daytime or hosting evening events. The space went through an extensive renovation. The floors and stair were refinished, and railings changed to glass throughout. Walls from the upper rooms were removed, to allow for views… - [Corcoran Street Rowhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/corcoran-street-rowhouse-pj-vj~2600538) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 39 - Description: These two-time clients engaged us to completely gut and renovate a 3-story row house on Corcoran street, right off the 14 street corridor, in Washington, DC. The lower unit was to become a rental unit, and the upper two floors were to be turned into a modern apartment for the couple. The previous convoluted plan was a series of rooms with difficult circulation and walls that blocked the light. The result is an open, light filled modern apartment that allows for the display of art and for unclutt… - [Bethesda Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bethesda-modern-pj-vj~1456813) - Location: Bethesda, MD - Photos: 31 - Description: FORMA Design was commissioned to work with the base building architect in the interior architecture and interior design of this new construction home in Bethesda, MD. The clients were living in Hong Kong at the time, and wanted to build a home locally, to use on their occasional visits to the area. They asked us to guide them in setting a warm tone for the home, taking advantage of the large open plan but at the same time making sure the end result were modern and sun-filled spaces that felt coz… - [Craftsman Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/craftsman-modern-pj-vj~527527) - Location: Arlington, VA - Photos: 43 - Description: FORMA Design was commissioned to work with the base building architect to create modern interior architecture and interior design for this North Arlington, VA new construction. We reconfigured the interior layouts to provide more formal spaces in the front of the house, but more casual and open plan in the kitchen/living room areas in the back that face the woods. A 4 story stair with glass and steel railings buffers the front and back of the house and allows for abundant daylight to filter insi… - [Duplex at The Weslie](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/duplex-at-the-weslie-pj-vj~7049274) - Location: Arlington, VA - Photos: 29 - Description: The clients purchased a dated 1980’s duplex apartment at The Weslie Condominium in Arlington, VA, with postcard views of the National Mall and its monuments. They said from the get-go that this would be their forever home, and that allowed us to plan ahead for items such as future internal elevator and accessible bathrooms. The clients appreciated the beauty and complexity of the POLIFORM line of cabinetry for the kitchen and bathrooms, as well their furniture line, and the project was a close c… - [House in the Palisades](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-in-the-palisades-pj-vj~7084722) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 100 - Description: The clients engaged FORMA Design for the complete gut renovation of a four level residence in the Palisades neighborhood of Washington DC. The project included adjusting the layouts and redeveloping all the interior spaces of the home, re-imagining the home exterior and the project is in the process of new landscaping, a new entry pavilion and a pool area dining pavilion and lockers. - [Penthouse with Acropolis Views](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/penthouse-with-acropolis-views-pj-vj~7090238) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 52 - Description: A Sydney based Greek and Spanish Australian couple (and their 12 year old daughter), engaged FORMA Design to develop the Interior Architecture and Interior Design of a recently purchased duplex penthouse in a brand new high-rise in the historic center of Athens. The couple bought the Acropolis view apartment sight unseen, but wanted to bring it to its potential and celebrate its amazing location and unique views. FORMA built on the modern lines of the structure and designed a glass bridge to con… - [Spring Valley Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/spring-valley-residence-pj-vj~2118298) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 39 - Description: The owner, a developer, was working with FORMA Design on several other projects, and asked one day if we would come by his house in Spring Valley, where he had tasked another base building architect to put an addition to his existing 5000sf home, so we might assist in the interior architecture and interior design. We suggested that, instead of an addition, he might consider rethinking the existing layout of the house, proportions, finishes, circulation, etc, modernize the house and instead of an… - [Skyline Flat in Rosslyn](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/skyline-flat-in-rosslyn-pj-vj~1325589) - Location: Arlington, VA - Photos: 25 - Description: The client, a young successful surgeon, bought this unfinished apartment at Turnberry Towers, with views of the Potomac River towards Washington, and engaged FORMA to select finishes, lighting, furniture and make the space a home for him. The space was non-descript, but the views were amazing. We chose to define the spaces using custom cabinetry, stone walls, modern furnishings and using accent colors in the bedrooms and some of the recessed ceilings throughout, to define and give a specific cha… - [Logan Circle Duplex](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/logan-circle-duplex-pj-vj~786576) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 19 - Description: The client commissioned FORMA to re-design, de-clutter and modernize a two story, two-bedroom apartment in the popular Logan Circle area of Washington, DC. The space was not much above builder grade, and while many of the functions were left in their original location, their look was upgraded and their finishes seamlessly coordinated with the rest of the space. The length of the openings of the balconies of the two bedrooms upstairs were maximized and new railings were added, while new curtains… - [McLean Transitional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mclean-transitional-pj-vj~1296275) - Location: McLean, VA - Photos: 41 - Description: FORMA was retained to re-design this two bedroom two-and-a-half bath apartment in McLean by a couple who was selling their large single-family home in the area and downsizing to simplify and enjoy life as empty nesters. The layout of the apartment was opened up as much as the existing structural elements would allow, and we infused a touch of modernism in an otherwise more traditional environment, both in layout and due to the presence of some of the clients' existing furniture and artwork. In t… - [Tenleytown Rowhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tenleytown-rowhouse-pj-vj~292050) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 45 - Description: The clients contacted FORMA while still living in Central America. They had purchased this 3-story rowhouse in Tenleytown in Northwest Washington, DC and commissioned FORMA to completely renovate the home to fit their lifestyle and extensive collection of sculpture, painting and photography, while they were still abroad. FORMA re-configured the apartment, raised the doors to the outdoor deck and allowed for more light to filter throughout. Wide-plank espresso wood floors contrast with crisp whit… - [Loft in Arlington](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/loft-in-arlington-pj-vj~1078963) - Location: Arlington, VA - Photos: 27 - Description: The client purchased a brand new loft in Arlington, and contacted FORMA to assist him in bringing the builder-grade apartment to its potential. He shared images that appealed to him and once we discussed his goals and budget, we proposed several options that would transform the space. The design process, initially in plan, then in 3D, examined the spatial configurations, materials and colors, until the client signed off on the design he felt best met his goals. We stayed involved to turn that vi… - [Penthouse on Church Street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/penthouse-on-church-street-pj-vj~1079028) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 28 - Description: The couple were repeat clients of FORMA. They decided to sell their two story townhouse in Dupont Circle for this single-level Penthouse flat with a fantastic mature garden facing the National Cathedral and Washington’s cityscape, located right on Church Street, in the buzzing Logan Circle neighborhood. Their main request, other than updating the look and feel of the faux-industrial space, was for finding ways to maximize storage, as the apartment had minimal storage, exposed ceilings and ducts,… - [Flat on the Georgetown Canal](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/flat-on-the-georgetown-canal-pj-vj~38592) - Location: Washington, DC - Photos: 35 - Description: The clients, a South American couple, commissioned FORMA to totally re-design this 1500sf two bedroom/two bath flat on the Canal in Georgetown, to be used as their US pied-a-térre. The difficult floor-plan is triangular in shape, with large exposed concrete columns marching through it, and it incorporates as interior space a second balcony off the north facade. FORMA's approach was to open up as much as possible all the interior spaces (especially the kitchen), and use mirrors, translucent resin… - [House in Potomac](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-in-potomac-pj-vj~4111) - Location: Rockville, MD - Photos: 27 - Description: FORMA was retained to redesign the interiors of a traditional colonial house in Potomac, by a couple who preferred the modern vocabulary of design. With minor reconfiguring and total renovation of finishes, lighting, kitchen and bathrooms, as well as a new collection of furniture and artwork, FORMA delivered. The space was featured in the Fall 2004 issue of Remodeling Trends", and in Washington Spaces magazine in the Fall of 2005 and "Syntheseis" magazine in October 2005. Client comments: "We've… - [House in Potomac 2.0](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-in-potomac-2-0-pj-vj~529935) - Location: Rockville, MD - Photos: 23 - Description: Several years after FORMA was commissioned to redesign their two-story 4000 sf Potomac home, this young family came back and tasked us with bringing the 2000 sf unfinished full english basement up to par with the rest of the house, and adding all the additional functions that a modern family with a 10 and a 13 year old needs today to complement their lifestyle. A large study room for the kids accommodated computers and filing areas, homework and game table and ample storage for toys and books. A… - [Great Falls Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/great-falls-modern-pj-vj~5520699) - Location: Great Falls, VA - Photos: 11 - Description: The clients bought this home in Great Falls, VA over 10 years before they contacted FORMA, and had a new addition done that included a new Master Bedroom suite, extra garage space and a fitness room on the lower floor, and renovated the baths and loft areas. They asked us to re-imagine the existing basement into a family room and wine bar, but also to help with the interior design, furniture, artwork and accessories throughout the house, so that it became a cohesive entity. The project was compl… [See all 50 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/forma-design-pfvwus-pf~914454844) ## Ideabooks - [FORMA Design as Featured in Houzz Idea Books](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/9229252/list/forma-design-as-featured-in-houzz-idea-books) — 11 ideas - [FORMA Design Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/163545640/list/forma-design-lighting) — 28 ideas - [Test Idea Book](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/136851603/list/test-idea-book) — 1 idea - [FORMA Design Staircases](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3840370/list/forma-design-staircases) — 14 ideas - [FORMA Design Bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1433175/list/forma-design-bathrooms) — 71 ideas - [FORMA Design Living Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1433366/list/forma-design-living-rooms) — 86 ideas - [FORMA Design Home Offices](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1650417/list/forma-design-home-offices) — 19 ideas - [FORMA Design Bedrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1433233/list/forma-design-bedrooms) — 56 ideas - [FORMA Design Powder Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3840180/list/forma-design-powder-rooms) — 8 ideas - [FORMA Design Dining Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1704950/list/forma-design-dining-rooms) — 36 ideas - [FORMA Design Splash of Color](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3840617/list/forma-design-splash-of-color) — 34 ideas - [FORMA Design Fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1465995/list/forma-design-fireplaces) — 34 ideas - [FORMA Design Custom Furniture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1433494/list/forma-design-custom-furniture) — 29 ideas - [FORMA Design Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1433036/list/forma-design-kitchens) — 40 ideas - [FORMA Design Custom Area Rugs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/26864539/list/forma-design-custom-area-rugs) — 32 ideas - [FORMA Design-Art work selection completes the space.](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4684639/list/forma-design-art-work-selection-completes-the-space) — 67 ideas - [Process](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5740927/list/process) — 5 ideas - [FORMA Design Hidden Beds](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3841969/list/forma-design-hidden-beds) — 3 ideas - [FORMA Design wins 6 "Best of Houzz 2013" Awards](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7108234/list/forma-design-wins-6-best-of-houzz-2013-awards) — 6 ideas - [FORMA Design Before+After Living Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11690553/list/forma-design-before-after-living-rooms) — 10 ideas [See all 24 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/formadesign) ## Community Q&A **Q: fixture hanging height** *(in Photo Questions)* do you know how high the bottom of the light fixture is hanging from the table top? Average is 30-36 but yours looks higher and i love it! A: Fixture aligns with the top of the painting on the wall. **Q: Love the flooring! Can you share the manufacturer/style/color? Thanks!** *(in Photo Questions)* I would love to know more about it. A: The stone is Concordia Velvet from Stone Source in Washington, DC. **Q: what type of white stone is used for the fireplace?** *(in Photo Questions)* Name of white stone on fireplace A: Hmmm.. there’s no fireplace in the image you sent. **Q: where can I get the bed?** *(in Photo Questions)* Where can I get the bed? A: https://resourcefurniture.com **Q: bed lights** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you provide information on the lights on the headboard. Behind the headboard and side lights> Thanks. A: The lights in the cove at the headboard are puck lights. They could also be a strip of LED lights, at 2700K. There is a huge selection of mini pendants shown hanging above the night stands- check out the link below: https://www.ylighting.com/mini-pendant-lights/?start=96&sz=96 **Q: Brand and color of Flooring?** *(in Photo Questions)* What hardwood flooring was used A: it was a custom stain they did for our project. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-08.*