This newly constructed custom family home was designed from the ground up to meet the evolving needs of a young family. The layout balances open-concept living with quiet, more private moments, creating a home that is both stylish and functional. Every detail has been considered for both day-to-day living and long-term enjoyment. A curated palette of natural materials ensures a sense of calm and continuity throughout the home. The thoughtful layout supports daily life, while layered materials and refined details create a calming atmosphere. Most importantly, it’s a home that the family can grow into—designed with both the present and future in mind.

What began as a kitchen remodel for this family in Clarksville evolved into a sophisticated full-home transformation featuring a luxury transitional kitchen with inset cabinetry, a striking cobalt blue hood, Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, waterfall countertops, and a cozy custom banquette designed for everyday gathering. The project also included a dramatic color-drenched library with illuminated bookshelves and a rolling ladder, a reimagined lounge space, and layered designer details throughout including bold wallpaper, rich textures, and thoughtfully curated finishes.

Photography: Deanna Cash This new construction home is situated on 200 acres of reclaimed farmland. Wanting to renew the well used earth, the clients restored the land to it's original prairie state. Additionally, a large pond was added that will evolve into a natural habitat for fish and wildlife. A grove of 200 young trees was planted to be distributed throughout the property as they mature. Cleared Cherry and Hickory trees from another property were reclaimed and used as accents around the house in their raw state.

This basement renovation offered an enticing opportunity for this family with growing kids to maximize their living space and create functional areas that cater to evolving needs. Once used for storage, the kids now have a dedicated place to play and the parents have a lovely place to hang. In keeping with the integrity of the Brookline brownstone, we played up the gorgeous brick wall, and carried that theme into the newly created laundry room flooring. The laundry was moved from the first floor down to the basement, and matches the decor of the new bathroom to the right. There was dead space under the stairs, which created an opportunity to hide and keep toys organized. With thoughtful planning and design, this basement will grow alongside the family, providing versatile and adaptable spaces that accommodate changing lifestyles and preferences.

Inspiration for a large transitional porcelain tile and multicolored floor enclosed kitchen remodel with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

This house outside Boston was built of Chester County fieldstone to evoke Pennsylvania stone farmhouses the owners had admired when they were growing up around Philadelphia. The house and outbuildings, though new, have the feeling of having grown and evolved over time.

A 20-year partnership creates a green space that is ever-evolving. Many of our clients continue a partnership with D. A. Dunlevy long after the initial design and build is finished. This elegant Potomac residence started the journey with stone walls and ornamental plantings being installed in 1999. Since then, we have provided ongoing landscape maintenance, as well as adding new elements that fit in organically with the original design. Most recently, D. A. Dunlevy designed and built a flagstone patio and fire pit, and put in additional plantings to expand the gardens. This project is a perfect example of how an outdoor space can change and mature over the years, and how implementing new design ideas can keep things fresh for the homeowners.

This project beautifully captures the essence of Southern charm with a modern twist. The design features a thoughtful blend of lush shrubs, ornamental grasses, and vibrant perennials, creating a dynamic and elegant garden that evolves throughout the seasons. Central to this project is the harmonious mix of evergreens, providing year-round structure and color, complemented by a burst of summer blooms that add a touch of vibrancy, carefully curated planters that serve as focal points, drawing the eye and adding depth to the overall design. A few aspects of this project include: Diverse textures Refined and welcoming design Advanced irrigation for plant health. Strategic lighting to enhance evening aesthetics. Classic Southern sophistication throughout.

What began as a kitchen remodel for this family in Clarksville evolved into a sophisticated full-home transformation featuring a luxury transitional kitchen with inset cabinetry, a striking cobalt blue hood, Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, waterfall countertops, and a cozy custom banquette designed for everyday gathering. The project also included a dramatic color-drenched library with illuminated bookshelves and a rolling ladder, a reimagined lounge space, and layered designer details throughout including bold wallpaper, rich textures, and thoughtfully curated finishes.

An avid traveller and art collector, the client had accumulated an eclectic assortment of artwork and mixed-media pieces without a dedicated place to display them. We transformed the dining room wall into a deeply personal gallery, combining varied frame sizes, finishes and styles in an intentionally relaxed composition. Rather than appearing overly formal, the arrangement feels as though it has evolved naturally over time and can continue growing with the client’s collection. Photographer: Stephani Buchman

Photography: Deanna Cash In the Four Season sunroom scissor beams support and accent the vaulted ceiling while reclaimed cherry wood covers the ceiling. This new construction home is situated on 200 acres of reclaimed farmland. Wanting to renew the well used earth, the clients restored the land to it's original prairie state. Additionally, a large pond was added that will evolve into a natural habitat for fish and wildlife. A grove of 200 young trees was planted to be distributed throughout the property as they mature. Cleared Cherry and Hickory trees from another property were reclaimed and used as accents around the house in their raw state.

We reconfigured this primary bathroom to give the homeowner the walk in shower they were missing and transform the original shower into much needed storage & shelving. This sleek design gives the space a refreshing atmosphere with the ideal foundation to evolve an aesthetic over time. Classic white cabinetry, neutral gray surfaces & bold black hardware perfectly express urban chic in this home spa

Feature WALL in the Dining Room > This feature wall was designed to 'grow' over time on the base of 'plant' wall decals and a gorgeous wood and iron shelving unit from Crate & Barrel. With the constant additions of both faux and real plants, useful daily kitchen wares and vintage collections, this wall will beautifully evolve the more it's used. In the meantime, the addition of a dozen candle holders make it a focal point during dinner parties - and a great conversation piece! - Dishware from various or vintage ALL PHOTOS by Ally Fotografy Media Co

This project beautifully captures the essence of Southern charm with a modern twist. The design features a thoughtful blend of lush shrubs, ornamental grasses, and vibrant perennials, creating a dynamic and elegant garden that evolves throughout the seasons. Central to this project is the harmonious mix of evergreens, providing year-round structure and color, complemented by a burst of summer blooms that add a touch of vibrancy, carefully curated planters that serve as focal points, drawing the eye and adding depth to the overall design. A few aspects of this project include: Diverse textures Refined and welcoming design Advanced irrigation for plant health. Strategic lighting to enhance evening aesthetics. Classic Southern sophistication throughout.

Feature WALL in the Dining Room > This feature wall was designed to 'grow' over time on the base of 'plant' wall decals and a gorgeous wood and iron shelving unit from Crate & Barrel. With the constant additions of both faux and real plants, useful daily kitchen wares and vintage collections, this wall will beautifully evolve the more it's used. In the meantime, the addition of a dozen candle holders make it a focal point during dinner parties - and a great conversation piece! - Dishware from various or vintage ALL PHOTOS by Ally Fotografy Media Co

This visualization project draws inspiration from the traditional farmhouse building type, rooted in the modest rural houses constructed by American pioneers during the 1700s and 1800s. Typically single-floor and rectangular, these structures were crafted from local materials such as wood, stone, and mudbricks, often built by the inhabitants themselves. The farmhouse style evolved, becoming standardized with features like clapboard exterior siding and semi-enclosed front porches, later appearing in the Sears Roebuck modern home catalogs in the 1900s. Garden Farm House embraces this heritage as a two-level clapboard-clad structure with three bedrooms, a two-car garage, and front and rear porches.

This project began with a home rooted in a distinctly 1990s aesthetic that the client was ready to evolve. Their vision was a lighter, more contemporary West Coast–inspired interior, anchored by white oak floors and a warm, modern kitchen. We designed a fully custom white oak kitchen that balances clean lines with natural texture, along with a statement-scale dining room cabinetry piece that delivers both generous storage and visual impact. The result is a refreshed, transitional home that feels current yet timeless—blending modern restraint with warmth and livability.

A 20-year partnership creates a green space that is ever-evolving. Many of our clients continue a partnership with D. A. Dunlevy long after the initial design and build is finished. This elegant Potomac residence started the journey with stone walls and ornamental plantings being installed in 1999. Since then, we have provided ongoing landscape maintenance, as well as adding new elements that fit in organically with the original design. Most recently, D. A. Dunlevy designed and built a flagstone patio and fire pit, and put in additional plantings to expand the gardens. This project is a perfect example of how an outdoor space can change and mature over the years, and how implementing new design ideas can keep things fresh for the homeowners.

“Brickart” - a shaped clay, wisely molded, aged and artfully glazed all over unique surface’s imperfections. The collection is set forth an exclusive and surprising personality in the versatile 2” x 9” size where colors and shades evolve in a prestigious, organic and colorful concept.