A mountain retreat for an urban family of five, centered on coming together over games in the great room. Every detail speaks to the parents’ parallel priorities—sophistication and function—a twofold mission epitomized by the living area, where a cashmere sectional—perfect for piling atop as a family—folds around two coffee tables with hidden storage drawers. An ambiance of commodious camaraderie pervades the panoramic space. Upstairs, bedrooms serve as serene enclaves, with mountain views complemented by statement lighting like Owen Mortensen’s mesmerizing tumbleweed chandelier. No matter the moment, the residence remains rooted in the family’s intimate rhythms.

A mountain retreat for an urban family of five, centered on coming together over games in the great room. Every detail speaks to the parents’ parallel priorities—sophistication and function—a twofold mission epitomized by the living area, where a cashmere sectional—perfect for piling atop as a family—folds around two coffee tables with hidden storage drawers. An ambiance of commodious camaraderie pervades the panoramic space. Upstairs, bedrooms serve as serene enclaves, with mountain views complemented by statement lighting like Owen Mortensen’s mesmerizing tumbleweed chandelier. No matter the moment, the residence remains rooted in the family’s intimate rhythms.

“Tranquil Grandeur” captures the essence of a home that marries refined tradition with quiet luxury, thoughtfully designed to accommodate three generations living under one roof. Central to this vision are the custom window treatments, crafted to enhance each space with subtle sophistication—softly diffusing light, adding gentle movement, and accentuating architectural details without overwhelming them. Layered textures, tailored construction, and nuanced trims bring depth and elegance, while comfortable furnishings ensure the home meets the needs of a busy family with grandparents, parents, and three young children. The result is a residence where timeless craftsmanship, bespoke finishes, and understated elegance create spaces that are both luxurious and inviting for every member of the family.

A mountain retreat for an urban family of five, centered on coming together over games in the great room. Every detail speaks to the parents’ parallel priorities—sophistication and function—a twofold mission epitomized by the living area, where a cashmere sectional—perfect for piling atop as a family—folds around two coffee tables with hidden storage drawers. An ambiance of commodious camaraderie pervades the panoramic space. Upstairs, bedrooms serve as serene enclaves, with mountain views complemented by statement lighting like Owen Mortensen’s mesmerizing tumbleweed chandelier. No matter the moment, the residence remains rooted in the family’s intimate rhythms.

A mountain retreat for an urban family of five, centered on coming together over games in the great room. Every detail speaks to the parents’ parallel priorities—sophistication and function—a twofold mission epitomized by the living area, where a cashmere sectional—perfect for piling atop as a family—folds around two coffee tables with hidden storage drawers. An ambiance of commodious camaraderie pervades the panoramic space. Upstairs, bedrooms serve as serene enclaves, with mountain views complemented by statement lighting like Owen Mortensen’s mesmerizing tumbleweed chandelier. No matter the moment, the residence remains rooted in the family’s intimate rhythms.

A mountain retreat for an urban family of five, centered on coming together over games in the great room. Every detail speaks to the parents’ parallel priorities—sophistication and function—a twofold mission epitomized by the living area, where a cashmere sectional—perfect for piling atop as a family—folds around two coffee tables with hidden storage drawers. An ambiance of commodious camaraderie pervades the panoramic space. Upstairs, bedrooms serve as serene enclaves, with mountain views complemented by statement lighting like Owen Mortensen’s mesmerizing tumbleweed chandelier. No matter the moment, the residence remains rooted in the family’s intimate rhythms.

“Tranquil Grandeur” captures the essence of a home that marries refined tradition with quiet luxury, thoughtfully designed to accommodate three generations living under one roof. Central to this vision are the custom window treatments, crafted to enhance each space with subtle sophistication—softly diffusing light, adding gentle movement, and accentuating architectural details without overwhelming them. Layered textures, tailored construction, and nuanced trims bring depth and elegance, while comfortable furnishings ensure the home meets the needs of a busy family with grandparents, parents, and three young children. The result is a residence where timeless craftsmanship, bespoke finishes, and understated elegance create spaces that are both luxurious and inviting for every member of the family.

This house was resting vacant for 7 years in a neighborhood undergoing a renewal. It was purchased by a builder intent on showing his craft by renovating this Shingle Style Dutch Colonial. The project involved a dramatically sloping site and constraints involving a traditional neighborhood with residents on the Historical Design Review Board. During Construction, a couple purchased the home adding requirements for multigenerational living. It was necessary to underpin and lower the basement to accommodate for elderly parents and a live-in care provider. All of these constraints have been architecturally sculpted into a contextually sensitive and elegant design. An ARDA for Renovation Design goes to Gaver Nichols Architect Designs: Gaver Nichols Architect with Deborah Nichols From: Alexandria, Virginia

This house was resting vacant for 7 years in a neighborhood undergoing a renewal. It was purchased by a builder intent on showing his craft by renovating this Shingle Style Dutch Colonial. The project involved a dramatically sloping site and constraints involving a traditional neighborhood with residents on the Historical Design Review Board. During Construction, a couple purchased the home adding requirements for multigenerational living. It was necessary to underpin and lower the basement to accommodate for elderly parents and a live-in care provider. All of these constraints have been architecturally sculpted into a contextually sensitive and elegant design. An ARDA for Renovation Design goes to Gaver Nichols Architect Designs: Gaver Nichols Architect with Deborah Nichols From: Alexandria, Virginia

This house was resting vacant for 7 years in a neighborhood undergoing a renewal. It was purchased by a builder intent on showing his craft by renovating this Shingle Style Dutch Colonial. The project involved a dramatically sloping site and constraints involving a traditional neighborhood with residents on the Historical Design Review Board. During Construction, a couple purchased the home adding requirements for multigenerational living. It was necessary to underpin and lower the basement to accommodate for elderly parents and a live-in care provider. All of these constraints have been architecturally sculpted into a contextually sensitive and elegant design. An ARDA for Renovation Design goes to Gaver Nichols Architect Designs: Gaver Nichols Architect with Deborah Nichols From: Alexandria, Virginia

“Tranquil Grandeur” captures the essence of a home that marries refined tradition with quiet luxury, thoughtfully designed to accommodate three generations living under one roof. Central to this vision are the custom window treatments, crafted to enhance each space with subtle sophistication—softly diffusing light, adding gentle movement, and accentuating architectural details without overwhelming them. Layered textures, tailored construction, and nuanced trims bring depth and elegance, while comfortable furnishings ensure the home meets the needs of a busy family with grandparents, parents, and three young children. The result is a residence where timeless craftsmanship, bespoke finishes, and understated elegance create spaces that are both luxurious and inviting for every member of the family.

A mountain retreat for an urban family of five, centered on coming together over games in the great room. Every detail speaks to the parents’ parallel priorities—sophistication and function—a twofold mission epitomized by the living area, where a cashmere sectional—perfect for piling atop as a family—folds around two coffee tables with hidden storage drawers. An ambiance of commodious camaraderie pervades the panoramic space. Upstairs, bedrooms serve as serene enclaves, with mountain views complemented by statement lighting like Owen Mortensen’s mesmerizing tumbleweed chandelier. No matter the moment, the residence remains rooted in the family’s intimate rhythms.

. In our early years, our parents love and provide for us and naturally when we grow up, we want to give back with the same level of compassion to them. . Aama ghar is a way of showing appreciation from two sons to their mother and we feel elated to have been a part of that. . No matter where you travel to, how far you go in life, you will always have an unexplainable longing to come back home. . Aama ghar is a two storey residence with an open living- dining- kitchen unit, a master bedroom, a guest room, a puja room and lovely open to sky spaces (backyard, courtyard and terrace). The spaces in this modern tropical house is centered around the courtyard garden to aid cross ventilation that helps the building breathe and combat the terai weather. . The overall design is minimal and functional to maximize the comfort of the user and hence gives off a statement on its own. .

“Tranquil Grandeur” captures the essence of a home that marries refined tradition with quiet luxury, thoughtfully designed to accommodate three generations living under one roof. Central to this vision are the custom window treatments, crafted to enhance each space with subtle sophistication—softly diffusing light, adding gentle movement, and accentuating architectural details without overwhelming them. Layered textures, tailored construction, and nuanced trims bring depth and elegance, while comfortable furnishings ensure the home meets the needs of a busy family with grandparents, parents, and three young children. The result is a residence where timeless craftsmanship, bespoke finishes, and understated elegance create spaces that are both luxurious and inviting for every member of the family.

“Tranquil Grandeur” captures the essence of a home that marries refined tradition with quiet luxury, thoughtfully designed to accommodate three generations living under one roof. Central to this vision are the custom window treatments, crafted to enhance each space with subtle sophistication—softly diffusing light, adding gentle movement, and accentuating architectural details without overwhelming them. Layered textures, tailored construction, and nuanced trims bring depth and elegance, while comfortable furnishings ensure the home meets the needs of a busy family with grandparents, parents, and three young children. The result is a residence where timeless craftsmanship, bespoke finishes, and understated elegance create spaces that are both luxurious and inviting for every member of the family.

“Tranquil Grandeur” captures the essence of a home that marries refined tradition with quiet luxury, thoughtfully designed to accommodate three generations living under one roof. Central to this vision are the custom window treatments, crafted to enhance each space with subtle sophistication—softly diffusing light, adding gentle movement, and accentuating architectural details without overwhelming them. Layered textures, tailored construction, and nuanced trims bring depth and elegance, while comfortable furnishings ensure the home meets the needs of a busy family with grandparents, parents, and three young children. The result is a residence where timeless craftsmanship, bespoke finishes, and understated elegance create spaces that are both luxurious and inviting for every member of the family.

“Tranquil Grandeur” captures the essence of a home that marries refined tradition with quiet luxury, thoughtfully designed to accommodate three generations living under one roof. Central to this vision are the custom window treatments, crafted to enhance each space with subtle sophistication—softly diffusing light, adding gentle movement, and accentuating architectural details without overwhelming them. Layered textures, tailored construction, and nuanced trims bring depth and elegance, while comfortable furnishings ensure the home meets the needs of a busy family with grandparents, parents, and three young children. The result is a residence where timeless craftsmanship, bespoke finishes, and understated elegance create spaces that are both luxurious and inviting for every member of the family.

“Tranquil Grandeur” captures the essence of a home that marries refined tradition with quiet luxury, thoughtfully designed to accommodate three generations living under one roof. Central to this vision are the custom window treatments, crafted to enhance each space with subtle sophistication—softly diffusing light, adding gentle movement, and accentuating architectural details without overwhelming them. Layered textures, tailored construction, and nuanced trims bring depth and elegance, while comfortable furnishings ensure the home meets the needs of a busy family with grandparents, parents, and three young children. The result is a residence where timeless craftsmanship, bespoke finishes, and understated elegance create spaces that are both luxurious and inviting for every member of the family.

A mountain retreat for an urban family of five, centered on coming together over games in the great room. Every detail speaks to the parents’ parallel priorities—sophistication and function—a twofold mission epitomized by the living area, where a cashmere sectional—perfect for piling atop as a family—folds around two coffee tables with hidden storage drawers. An ambiance of commodious camaraderie pervades the panoramic space. Upstairs, bedrooms serve as serene enclaves, with mountain views complemented by statement lighting like Owen Mortensen’s mesmerizing tumbleweed chandelier. No matter the moment, the residence remains rooted in the family’s intimate rhythms.