Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc.

Architects

About Us

Since 1989, BarnesVanze Architects has built a prolific practice known for exceptional beauty and craft. Based in Washington, D.C.’s historic Georgetown, the 23-member firm consists of six principals and a talented studio team who together create sophisticated architecture in a range of contexts, climates, and historical traditions. The firm’s portfolio of expertly designed residential, commercial, institutional, and ecclesiastic projects can be found nationwide and in six other countries, from Canada to the Caribbean. Principals Wayne Adams, Melanie Giordano, Ellen Hatton, Michael Patrick, and founding principals Anthony “Ankie” Barnes and Stephen Vanze guide the organization’s commissions — whether new construction, restoration, renovations or additions — addressing all equally with experience, knowledge, imagination, and skill.

Services Provided

Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Building Design, Energy-Efficient Homes, Floor Plans, Green Building, Historic Building Conservation, Home Additions, Home Extensions, Home Remodeling, Home Restoration, House Plans, Pool House Design & Construction, Project Management, Staircase Design, Sustainable Design, Custom Homes, Remodeling, Interior Design

Areas Served

Alexandria, Arlington, Bethesda, DC (Washington), North Bethesda, Potomac, Washington, Chevy Chase, Falls Church, Lake Barcroft, Mclean, Maine, Florida, Utah, France, Canada, South America, Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard

Awards

The John Russell Pope Award from the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art; Traditional Building magazine’s Palladio Awards; Awards for Excellence by the American Institute of Architects, DC Chapter; Firm of the Year Award by AIA|DC and the Washington Architectural Foundation.

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39 Projects

Washington, DC

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3 Reviews for Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc.

Helen Pearson

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Client

Working with BVA was a wonderful experience from start to finish. Ankie and his team are highly talented, knowledgeable, and experienced architects and are a pleasure to work with. We came to them with ideas for an ambitious renovation on a tight timeline, and they rose to the challenge without hesitation. They have a deep understanding of the personal nature of residential projects and work hard to design thoughtful spaces that respond to the individual needs of their clients. We appreciate their thoughtful and beautiful work with each passing month as we continue to settle into our renovated house. I highly recommend this outstanding team of professionals.

December 7, 2015

Michael G Imber, Architects

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professional colleaugue

As a colleague of Barnes Vanze Architects I can think of few architectural firms that garnish the level of respect and admiration of the profession as this firm merits. Their work has been noted for both its beauty as well as its importance in the development of traditional and classical design on the East Coast. As a result, they have won numerous design awards for their work and have influenced the practice of traditional architecture nation-wide. I highly recommend this firm for its professionalism and its ability to create beautiful and noteworthy architecture.

November 6, 2015

Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath

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Colleague

Known for their flexible and dynamic designs, Barnes Vanze consistently designs imaginative solutions tailored to each client’s needs. Teaming with Barnes Vanze results in outstanding projects that are much more than the sum of their parts, proving that collaborating with true professionals at the top of their fields produces stellar work.

January 19, 2015

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298 Comments

Commented: carpet in loungeWe were responsible for the architecture of this renovation and didn't handle the interior design, so we don't have information on this rug, sorry.

April 7, 2019

Commented: Island colorAll the finishes were handled by the interior designer, who is also the homeowner. She is Ally Banks, of Ally Banks Interior Design in Washington, DC

March 23, 2019

Commented: Beautiful work!We didn't handle the interior design, so unfortunately we don't have that information.

January 2, 2019

Commented: Was the shelf door ready made or custom made?The door was custom.

December 1, 2018

Commented: What would be the height of the TV cabinet?It's a custom design, 36 inches high.

November 26, 2018

Commented: What type of roof shingles are used?This is an interior space. Not sure what you mean by roof shingles?

August 17, 2018

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