Penza Bailey Architects designed this extensive renovation and addition of a two-story penthouse in an iconic Beaux Arts condominium in Baltimore for clients they have been working with for over 3 decades. The project was highly complex as it not only involved complete demolition of the interior spaces, but considerable demolition and new construction on the exterior of the building. A two-story addition was designed to contrast the existing symmetrical brick building, yet used materials sympathetic to the original structure. The design takes full advantage of views of downtown Baltimore from grand living spaces and four new private terraces carved into the additions. The firm worked closely with the condominium management, contractors and sub-contractors due to the highly technical and complex requirements of adding onto the 12th and 13th stories of an existing building.

Penza Bailey Architects designed this extensive renovation and addition of a two-story penthouse in an iconic Beaux Arts condominium in Baltimore for clients they have been working with for over 3 decades. The project was highly complex as it not only involved complete demolition of the interior spaces, but considerable demolition and new construction on the exterior of the building. A two-story addition was designed to contrast the existing symmetrical brick building, yet used materials sympathetic to the original structure. The design takes full advantage of views of downtown Baltimore from grand living spaces and four new private terraces carved into the additions. The firm worked closely with the condominium management, contractors and sub-contractors due to the highly technical and complex requirements of adding onto the 12th and 13th stories of an existing building.

Penza Bailey Architects designed this extensive renovation and addition of a two-story penthouse in an iconic Beaux Arts condominium in Baltimore for clients they have been working with for over 3 decades. The project was highly complex as it not only involved complete demolition of the interior spaces, but considerable demolition and new construction on the exterior of the building. A two-story addition was designed to contrast the existing symmetrical brick building, yet used materials sympathetic to the original structure. The design takes full advantage of views of downtown Baltimore from grand living spaces and four new private terraces carved into the additions. The firm worked closely with the condominium management, contractors and sub-contractors due to the highly technical and complex requirements of adding onto the 12th and 13th stories of an existing building.

Penza Bailey Architects designed this extensive renovation and addition of a two-story penthouse in an iconic Beaux Arts condominium in Baltimore for clients they have been working with for over 3 decades. The project was highly complex as it not only involved complete demolition of the interior spaces, but considerable demolition and new construction on the exterior of the building. A two-story addition was designed to contrast the existing symmetrical brick building, yet used materials sympathetic to the original structure. The design takes full advantage of views of downtown Baltimore from grand living spaces and four new private terraces carved into the additions. The firm worked closely with the condominium management, contractors and sub-contractors due to the highly technical and complex requirements of adding onto the 12th and 13th stories of an existing building.

Penza Bailey Architects designed this extensive renovation and addition of a two-story penthouse in an iconic Beaux Arts condominium in Baltimore for clients they have been working with for over 3 decades. The project was highly complex as it not only involved complete demolition of the interior spaces, but considerable demolition and new construction on the exterior of the building. A two-story addition was designed to contrast the existing symmetrical brick building, yet used materials sympathetic to the original structure. The design takes full advantage of views of downtown Baltimore from grand living spaces and four new private terraces carved into the additions. The firm worked closely with the condominium management, contractors and sub-contractors due to the highly technical and complex requirements of adding onto the 12th and 13th stories of an existing building. Appliances: Sub Zero Refrigerator and refrigerator drawers, Viking Range, Buest Hood, Fisher Paykel dishwashers Plumbing fixtures: Franke, Waterworks, Kohler, Newport Brass, Graff

Atherton has many large substantial homes - our clients purchased an existing home on a one acre flag-shaped lot and asked us to design a new dream home for them. The result is a new 7,000 square foot four-building complex consisting of the main house, six-car garage with two car lifts, pool house with a full one bedroom residence inside, and a separate home office /work out gym studio building. A fifty-foot swimming pool was also created with fully landscaped yards. Given the rectangular shape of the lot, it was decided to angle the house to incoming visitors slightly so as to more dramatically present itself. The house became a classic u-shaped home but Feng Shui design principals were employed directing the placement of the pool house to better contain the energy flow on the site. The main house entry door is then aligned with a special Japanese red maple at the end of a long visual axis at the rear of the site. These angles and alignments set up everything else about the house design and layout, and views from various rooms allow you to see into virtually every space tracking movements of others in the home. The residence is simply divided into two wings of public use, kitchen and family room, and the other wing of bedrooms, connected by the living and dining great room. Function drove the exterior form of windows and solid walls with a line of clerestory windows which bring light into the middle of the large home. Extensive sun shadow studies with 3D tree modeling led to the unorthodox placement of the pool to the north of the home, but tree shadow tracking showed this to be the sunniest area during the entire year. Sustainable measures included a full 7.1kW solar photovoltaic array technically making the house off the grid, and arranged so that no panels are visible from the property. A large 16,000 gallon rainwater catchment system consisting of tanks buried below grade was installed. The home is California GreenPoint rated and also features sealed roof soffits and a sealed crawlspace without the usual venting. A whole house computer automation system with server room was installed as well. Heating and cooling utilize hot water radiant heated concrete and wood floors supplemented by heat pump generated heating and cooling. A compound of buildings created to form balanced relationships between each other, this home is about circulation, light and a balance of form and function. Photo by John Sutton Photography.

The project began with the owner’s vision to create on their Atherton property a new home, reminiscent of the Mediterranean villas and gardens they loved to visit on European holidays. They wanted to create an oasis, a home that would nurture their creativity and foster a feeling of calm. The design creates this sense of transition right as you enter the property, through a long, tree-lined driveway, thru a custom gate and into a gracious entry court. Walking through a formal entry garden, you arrive at a round entry tower, completing the transition from street to home. Separated into three primary zones, the main bedroom wing is a two-story volume anchoring one side of the center Living / Dining spaces, while the 2-story Library and Kitchen / Family Room anchor the other. All of the primary public spaces in the home are oriented toward the rear garden. The home features 5,500 square feet of living space, a 3-car garage, a separate guest suite and private master sauna pavilion. Solar power, battery back-up, integrated building controls and on-site water storage are a few of the technical systems installed.

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Penza Bailey Architects designed this extensive renovation and addition of a two-story penthouse in an iconic Beaux Arts condominium in Baltimore for clients they have been working with for over 3 decades. The project was highly complex as it not only involved complete demolition of the interior spaces, but considerable demolition and new construction on the exterior of the building. A two-story addition was designed to contrast the existing symmetrical brick building, yet used materials sympathetic to the original structure. The design takes full advantage of views of downtown Baltimore from grand living spaces and four new private terraces carved into the additions. The firm worked closely with the condominium management, contractors and sub-contractors due to the highly technical and complex requirements of adding onto the 12th and 13th stories of an existing building. Appliances: Sub Zero Refrigerator and refrigerator drawers, Viking Range, Buest Hood, Fisher Paykel dishwashers Plumbing fixtures: Franke, Waterworks, Kohler, Newport Brass, Graff

Using the existing staircase as a unifying element, this three-story penthouse was transformed from a glum 1980’s renovation into a bright and welcoming home. Due to technical reasons, the existing stair to the roof could not be removed. Instead it was re-imagined by replacing much of the stairwell enclosure with vertical aluminum elements tied together with custom millwork. Glass risers and polished chrome hardware give the stair just the right amount of sparkle. The dilapidated and dark roof penthouse was removed and reinvented as an open, zinc-clad family room with expansive views of Boston’s Back Bay and South End. With the introduction of splashes of color and modern furnishings, this Victorian home has entered the 21st century.

Using the existing staircase as a unifying element, this three-story penthouse was transformed from a glum 1980’s renovation into a bright and welcoming home. Due to technical reasons, the existing stair to the roof could not be removed. Instead it was re-imagined by replacing much of the stairwell enclosure with vertical aluminum elements tied together with custom millwork. Glass risers and polished chrome hardware give the stair just the right amount of sparkle. The dilapidated and dark roof penthouse was removed and reinvented as an open, zinc-clad family room with expansive views of Boston’s Back Bay and South End. With the introduction of splashes of color and modern furnishings, this Victorian home has entered the 21st century.

A complete interior design project for a large family home, where every room tells its own story. The master bedroom features custom-designed furniture with geometric gold inlays and a dramatic marble accent wall. Three children's rooms were designed around each child's personality — a football-themed room with a chalkboard wardrobe, a gamer's room with neon ceiling lights and PlayStation details, and a sports-inspired room for a girl who plays football. The entrance hall features a custom mirror composition as an artistic statement. Full project scope: concept design, 3D visualization, technical drawings, custom furniture design, and material specifications. Style: Contemporary, Eclectic

Using the existing staircase as a unifying element, this three-story penthouse was transformed from a glum 1980’s renovation into a bright and welcoming home. Due to technical reasons, the existing stair to the roof could not be removed. Instead it was re-imagined by replacing much of the stairwell enclosure with vertical aluminum elements tied together with custom millwork. Glass risers and polished chrome hardware give the stair just the right amount of sparkle. The dilapidated and dark roof penthouse was removed and reinvented as an open, zinc-clad family room with expansive views of Boston’s Back Bay and South End. With the introduction of splashes of color and modern furnishings, this Victorian home has entered the 21st century.

A complete interior design project for a large family home, where every room tells its own story. The master bedroom features custom-designed furniture with geometric gold inlays and a dramatic marble accent wall. Three children's rooms were designed around each child's personality — a football-themed room with a chalkboard wardrobe, a gamer's room with neon ceiling lights and PlayStation details, and a sports-inspired room for a girl who plays football. The entrance hall features a custom mirror composition as an artistic statement. Full project scope: concept design, 3D visualization, technical drawings, custom furniture design, and material specifications. Style: Contemporary, Eclectic

A complete interior design project for a large family home, where every room tells its own story. The master bedroom features custom-designed furniture with geometric gold inlays and a dramatic marble accent wall. Three children's rooms were designed around each child's personality — a football-themed room with a chalkboard wardrobe, a gamer's room with neon ceiling lights and PlayStation details, and a sports-inspired room for a girl who plays football. The entrance hall features a custom mirror composition as an artistic statement. Full project scope: concept design, 3D visualization, technical drawings, custom furniture design, and material specifications. Style: Contemporary, Eclectic

A complete interior design project for a large family home, where every room tells its own story. The master bedroom features custom-designed furniture with geometric gold inlays and a dramatic marble accent wall. Three children's rooms were designed around each child's personality — a football-themed room with a chalkboard wardrobe, a gamer's room with neon ceiling lights and PlayStation details, and a sports-inspired room for a girl who plays football. The entrance hall features a custom mirror composition as an artistic statement. Full project scope: concept design, 3D visualization, technical drawings, custom furniture design, and material specifications. Style: Contemporary, Eclectic

A complete interior design project for a large family home, where every room tells its own story. The master bedroom features custom-designed furniture with geometric gold inlays and a dramatic marble accent wall. Three children's rooms were designed around each child's personality — a football-themed room with a chalkboard wardrobe, a gamer's room with neon ceiling lights and PlayStation details, and a sports-inspired room for a girl who plays football. The entrance hall features a custom mirror composition as an artistic statement. Full project scope: concept design, 3D visualization, technical drawings, custom furniture design, and material specifications. Style: Contemporary, Eclectic

A complete interior design project for a large family home, where every room tells its own story. The master bedroom features custom-designed furniture with geometric gold inlays and a dramatic marble accent wall. Three children's rooms were designed around each child's personality — a football-themed room with a chalkboard wardrobe, a gamer's room with neon ceiling lights and PlayStation details, and a sports-inspired room for a girl who plays football. The entrance hall features a custom mirror composition as an artistic statement. Full project scope: concept design, 3D visualization, technical drawings, custom furniture design, and material specifications. Style: Contemporary, Eclectic

A complete interior design project for a large family home, where every room tells its own story. The master bedroom features custom-designed furniture with geometric gold inlays and a dramatic marble accent wall. Three children's rooms were designed around each child's personality — a football-themed room with a chalkboard wardrobe, a gamer's room with neon ceiling lights and PlayStation details, and a sports-inspired room for a girl who plays football. The entrance hall features a custom mirror composition as an artistic statement. Full project scope: concept design, 3D visualization, technical drawings, custom furniture design, and material specifications. Style: Contemporary, Eclectic