CITATION ─ Residential Architecture Project: Trees on the Roof Location: Chevy Chase, Maryland Architect: Meditch Murphey Architects Owner/Developer: Withheld Contractor: Design Build, Inc. Photographer: Michael Moran

HONOR AWARD ─ Residential Architecture Project: bm Modular One Location: Bethesda, Maryland Architect: Robert M. Gurney, FAIA, Architect Owner/Developer: Withheld Contractor: Sandy Spring Builders Photographer: Maxwell MacKenzie

Interior stairway in Civic Center Apartments connecting dining area in previous photo with media/ theater space in what was an access ramp for vehicles. Client Photo (named withheld)

Photo of Civic Center Apartments. Building was originally a church, converted to a parking garage and automotive dealership, then USO / Civic Center. Now this building has new life as a mixed-use, urban apartment locale. Client Photo (named withheld)

A West Village bachelor pad inspired by classic mid-century modern designs, mixed with some industrial, traveled, and street style influences. The space was a pre-war one bedroom that had certainly withheld the test of time, and we wanted to highlight the architectural elements that the space offered (such as the molding details, windows etc.). Our client took inspiration from both this travels as well as his city (NY!), and we really wanted to incorporate that into the design. In the foyer we turned a photo that we had taken of a nearby graffiti wall into a removable wallpaper, that we inset into the picture frame style moldings. Photos by Matthew Williams

Grand Master Bath Full renovation — walnut vanity, stone vessel sink (SHOCK), dark slate mosaic, pivot shower door Primary Bath Jetted tub (not soaking), pivot door (not slider), walnut shiplap left wall, matte black fixtures The Summit Antique brass hardware ONLY. Limewash fireplace wall. Cognac headboard. Cove LED tray ceiling. The Hollow Naval SW 6244 midnight blue. Antique brass. Low platform oak bed. WITHHELD from listing (Peak Moment). Living Room Blackman Cruz pendant = SHOCK OBJECT. Performance greige sofa. No bouclé on seating.

A West Village bachelor pad inspired by classic mid-century modern designs, mixed with some industrial, traveled, and street style influences. The space was a pre-war one bedroom that had certainly withheld the test of time, and we wanted to highlight the architectural elements that the space offered (such as the molding details, windows etc.). Our client took inspiration from both this travels as well as his city (NY!), and we really wanted to incorporate that into the design. In the foyer we turned a photo that we had taken of a nearby graffiti wall into a removable wallpaper, that we inset into the picture frame style moldings. Photos by Matthew Williams

A West Village bachelor pad inspired by classic mid-century modern designs, mixed with some industrial, traveled, and street style influences. The space was a pre-war one bedroom that had certainly withheld the test of time, and we wanted to highlight the architectural elements that the space offered (such as the molding details, windows etc.). Our client took inspiration from both this travels as well as his city (NY!), and we really wanted to incorporate that into the design. In the foyer we turned a photo that we had taken of a nearby graffiti wall into a removable wallpaper, that we inset into the picture frame style moldings. In the entry we found large metal vintage letters that fit perfectly into the recess, to add interest to what was a long, boring hallway. Photos by Matthew Williams

This kitchen, originally built on a budget in 1952, is both cozy and functional. I thought the maple countertops would be ruined in no time, but they've withheld superbly even though they're used daily. The cabinet doors slide and there were no drawers in the kitchen. I added the steel medical cabinet with drawers to hold small utensils and to support the countertop. The colorful glass collection in the window changes with the light. Despite it's smallish size, the layout, and light make it a kitchen that cooks! While waiting for water to boil, I can look up into those skylights and see huge tree branches and sky overhead. Photography by Norman Sizemore

Photo: Ten Ten Creative
Wet bar - transitional single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar idea in Dallas with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, black backsplash, subway tile backsplash and gray countertops

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE: Certificate of Merit PROJECT: Pittsburgh Monospace CLIENT: Name Withheld ARCHITECTURE FIRM: studio d’ARC architects, P.C. ENGINEERS: Keystone Structural Solutions; Iams Consulting, LLC CONTRACTORS: McNicol Construction PHOTOGRAPHER: Massery Photography, Inc. DESCRIPTION: Located on the edge of Mt. Washington, this project is a new construction within a 1970s era building apartment building made of brick, block, and hollow core plank. The interior acts as a overlapping series of open areas which at times can be spatially reconfigured, including a rotating couch, allowing for flexibility and select views of Pittsburgh and its landscape. JURY COMMENTS: The attention to detail and seamless integration of all systems, lighting and mechanical, into this rigid bamboo box is commendable. The space is so rich and nicely detailed. Ultimately, it feels very comfortable and seems as if it would always feel fresh and inviting. The red sofa looks very James Bond and though distracting, the strength of the overall design minimizes that singular image.

DESIGN + INNOVATION: Award of Excellence PROJECT: The Prairie House CLIENT: Name Withheld ARCHITECTURE FIRM: Fisher ARCHitecture PHOTOGRAPHER: Fisher ARCHitecture DESCRIPTION: Designed to relate directly to its location, the Prairie House recontextualizes Midwestern building motifs from the 1950s and ’60s, simultaneously old fashioned and tough yet ambiguously futuristic. Interior spaces are nestled in the ground, with earth sheltered construction protecting from high winds and variable temperatures that characterize this part of the country; rooms have a direct relationship with one of three partially enclosed courtyards that are carved from the solid mass of earth. JURY COMMENTS: The interesting aspect of this project is the self-imposed exploration of contextualizing a Midwest site where there are only roads and cornfields. The iconographic images remind us of Venturi’s Learning from Las Vegas, from the large-scale billboard and letters to the symbolic buffalo on the renderings. The design gestures all seem responsive to its site both in terms of its cultural heritage and to its environmental realities.

Latch hardware in upper cabinets.
Inspiration for a mid-sized craftsman u-shaped medium tone wood floor eat-in kitchen remodel in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and a peninsula

Master Bedroom with Red Bed Frame and custom drapery and bedding.
Bedroom - traditional master light wood floor bedroom idea in Charlotte

Powder room with glam geometric wallpaper complimented with a vessel sink rustic vanity with riveted hardware. Counter top is quartz Viatera - Truffle. Mirror framed wall mirror. Ryan Hainey

Great room - tropical great room idea in Miami with white walls

We used: Custom cherry cabinetry in Arts & Crafts Shaker style by Kabinart in Boulder and Espresso stains. Liberty Hardware Venetian bronze 1-1/2" cabinet knobs. KitchenAid Architect II Series 22 CF counter-depth French door refrigerator. KitchenAid Architect Series II 27" convection single wall oven. KitchenAid 36" 6-burner dual fuel freestanding commercial-style range. KitchenAid Architect II Series 24" dishwasher. Sharp Insight Pro Series 24" built-in microwave drawer (Model #KB6524PS). Crystorama Solaris 12" wide pendant lights in English bronze. Granite countertops in Brown Fantasy. 3"x6" polished marble backsplash. Paint colors: Walls: Glidden Silver Cloud 30YY 63/024 Ceilings/Trims/Doors: Glidden Swan White GLC23 Robert B. Narod Photography

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Kids' room - transitional kids' room idea in Chicago

Gorgeous master bath finished with Dal-Tile's Fabrique porcelain tile in the color Noir Linen polished. Tile size is 12"x24" installed in a brick joint pattern. The floor boasts underfloor heating on a timed thermostat.