ANNAPOLIS F I N E
L I V I N G
O N
T H E
C H E S A P E A K E
B AY
HOME
SEASIDE MODERN PR EMIER CUSTOM BU IL DER S HIST OR IC L A N DSC A PE | C R I T IC ’S R E V IE W: L A P OSTA PIZ ZER I A Vol. 11, No. 4 2020
Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 1
Imagine…
WITH McHALE YOU CAN. SINGLE SOURCE
DESIGN + BUILD LANDSCAPE MASONRY CARPENTRY MAINTENANCE CONSTRUCTION LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Winner of:
4 Decade, 4 Grand & 5 Distinction Awards in 2019 for Excellence in Landscape. Presented by the Landscape Contractors Association MD-DC-VA.
McHALE LANDSCAPE DESIGN MAIN: 301.599.8300
MCLEAN:703.760.8600
2
EASTON: 410.770.9449
ANNAPOLIS:410.990.0894
CLARKSBURG: 301.972.9090
ANNAPOLIS HOME
mchalelandscape.com
Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 1
2
ANNAPOLIS HOME
ARCHITECT: ALT BREEDING SCHWARZ BUILDER: PYRAMID BUILDERS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT: CAMPION HRUBY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS
Purple Cherry Architects Anthony DeSimone Builder
ARCHITECTURAL WINDOW SUPPLY Annapolis, MD 21401 Phone: 410.266.5254 www.archwin.com
PROUD PARTNERS OF
Kimmel Studio Architects Pete Albert Photography Lynbrook of Annapolis, Inc.
FINE RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION 410-295-3313 www.lynbrookofannapolis.com
Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 9
“Where cutting edge manufacturing technology meets old world fine craftsmanship” At LePage Windows & Doors each product is uniquely manufactured according to your exact specifications. They deliver high-quality windows and doors, manufactured and assembled entirely by hand to exceed the highest quality standards of craftsmanship, architectural integrity, and energy efficient performance. Their teams of experienced experts and meticulous artisans, work in tandem on each window order to satisfy the most discerning clientele, and meet the needs of being on time, and on budget. For some of their artisans; their pride in LePage goes back more than 40 years. Woodworking has always been their passion, and they will continue the tradition of continuous innovation and unmatched quality to satisfy the ever-changing market needs of tomorrow. LePage Millwork understands an individual’s dream is unique. They offer distinctive quality and innovative details to translate one’s imagination and point of view, into a beautiful reality. LePage Millwork can bring a project to life with seamlessly integrated product designs and finishes, all covered under their best-in-class warranty. Ensuring each dream home will be enjoyed for years to come. “Custom Made to Order, No Compromises.”
OVER 10
0 YE
A RS
DESIGN STUDIO Product Selection Services for Discerning Clientele SERVING CONTRACTORS, ARCHITECTS & DESIGNERS ARCHITECTURAL WINDOWS, DOORS & CUSTOM WOODWORK
208 West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401 | 443.808.1481 www.twperry.com | designstudio@twperry.com
75% of our clients live on the water. We specialize in the design of Waterfront Homes. We concentrate on framing the view with a beautiful interior and using comfortable, casual, and classic furnishings that withstand the test of time.
Let’s get started with the Initial Consultation and brainstorm your project!
410.269.1965
fitzsimmonsdesign.com
Percent of Luxury Homes Bought and Sold
Bringing More Luxury Buyers and Sellers Together in the Baltimore | Annapolis | Eastern Shore Region
Long & Foster | Christie’s
18.7% 12.2%
CBRB Benson & Mangold Monument SIR KW Integrity
4.3% 4.1% 3.8%
Source: Baltimore | Annapolis | Eastern Shore defined as Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Caroline, Carroll, Cecil, Dorchester, Harford, Howard, Kent, Queen Anne’s, Somerset, Talbot, Wicomico, and Worcester Counties and Baltimore City. Information included in this report is based on data supplied by Bright MLS and its member Association(s) of REALTORS, who are not responsible for its accuracy. Does not reflect all activity in the marketplace. March 1, 2019 – February 29, 2020, as of March 10, 2020. Information contained in this report is deemed reliable but not guaranteed, should be independently verified, and does not constitute an opinion of Bright or Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. ©2020 All rights reserved. Luxury is defined as homes $750,000 and above.
Sherry Cleveland
Matt Gardner
REALTOR®
REALTOR®
o 410 263 3400 c 443 691 7092 Sherry.Cleveland@lnf.com
o 410 263 3400 c 443 871 8315 mgardner@lnf.com
As a real estate agent who was born and raised in Maryland, I am passionate about this beautiful state and all it has to offer. I am also passionate about helping you on your real estate journey, whether you’re buying, selling, or just looking. I work and live for the love of home, and I will diligently work for you every step of the way. And with the family of Long & Foster Companies behind me, all working together to help you find that perfect place, your one stop shop is here. Let me help you with your journey home!
Matt Gardner is an Annapolis, Maryland real estate agent, he understands that buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction: it’s a life-changing experience. That’s why he is dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized service for all of his clients. He takes great pride in the relationships that he builds and always works relentlessly on the client’s behalf to help them achieve their real estate goals.
Deborah Laggini
Kristin Mrotek
REALTOR®
REALTOR®
o 410 263 3400 c 410 991 6560 Deborah.Laggini@longandfoster.com
o 410 263 3400 c 301 252 5513 Kristin.Mrotek@longandfoster.com
Deborah has been selling real estate full time in Annapolis since 2005. She specializes in waterfront and luxury homes, new construction, and relocation to the Annapolis area. Deborah formed Laggini and Associates and is the #1 Group at Annapolis Fine Homes. Prior to real estate, Deborah spent 20 years in corporate sales and marketing and received an MB from Pepperdine University. Deborah has two daughters and four grandchildren and currently resides in the City of Annapolis.
I’m Kristin Mrotek, wife, mom, and real estate agent. Home ownership means a lot to me. I grew up on a farm that my parents have owned for over 50 years. After college, I moved to Maryland where I met my husband. We bought our first home in 1998 and we still live there…22 years later! The importance of home is the reason I am honored to serve as a Friends of The Light House Board Member. I love having the opportunity to connect families with homes in the Annapolis community!
Suzanne Pletcher
Denise Smith
REALTOR®
REALTOR®
o 410 263 3400 c 301 802 9911 SuePletcher@comcast.net
o 410 263 3400 c 410 991 6851 Denise.Smith@lnf.com
I am the wife of a military officer and have lived in many places in the world and in many different homes. I know the importance of finding a comfortable home for a person or a family and am committed to doing my best to accomplish that. I love the Annapolis and surrounding area because of the friendly community and would be so happy to help you settle here.
A lifelong resident of Anne Arundel County, my intimate knowledge of the area and experience with a diversity of clients give me unique insight into buyer and seller needs. With a warm and friendly approach, my passion for real estate lies in helping clients smile and have fun on the road to achieving their goals. I work hard, listen, communicate effectively and follow through building a relationship of trust. Please call me anytime without obligation, I am ready to go to work for you!
Steve Songer
Lori Willis
REALTOR®
REALTOR®
o 410 263 3400 c 410 279 7527 songerrealestate@gmail.com
o 410 263 3400 c 410 708 1277 lawillis@lnf.com
Steve has been an exemplary Realtor® since 2002. An Alumni of Salisbury University, Steve has been an Anne Arundel County resident for 35 years. He believes real estate is a form of sales compared to no other due to the fact that as an agent you are forming a team with each clients to meet that individuals desired goals. The definition of a Realtor® is someone who is a great listener and puts his/her clients needs above all else. That’s the motto Steve has always followed in order to make his clients dreams reality.
Whether you’re buying or selling, I will diligently work for you through any challenges to help achieve your goals. Trusting in me, you will benefit from years of real estate experience and a background in finance management to guide you through the most complex real estate transactions. My expertise ranges from luxury waterfront estates, equestrian and beach properties, farms and hunting parcels in Maryland and Delaware. Dedicated to market knowledge and a local perspective, I can help you find that place to call home!
Annapolis Fine Homes | 145 Main Street, Annapolis, MD 21401 | 410-263-3400 longandfoster.com/luxury
EVERYTHING
YOU NEED FOR A JOB WELL DONE
Purple Cherry Architects Choptank Builders, Contractor David Burroughs Photography
S E RV I N G A L L O F M A RY L A N D A N D D. C . HOMEOWNERS | ARCHITECTS | BUILDERS Windows & Doors . Mi l lwork . Bui ld ing Suppl ies . Hardware . K itchens Baths . Custom Woodwork . Deck ing . Exot ic Hardwood . A nd So Much More
8 7 0 8 B R O O K S D R I V E , E A ST O N, M A RY L A N D 2 1 6 0 1
4 1 0 . 8 2 0 . 8 9 8 4 | WA R R E N S W O O D W O R K S. C O M
INTERIOR CONCEPTS INCORPORATED
A FULL-- SERVICE DESIGN FIRM 2560 RIVA ROAD ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.224.7366 | 301.970.8009
INTERIORCONCEPTSINC.COM
|
@INTERIORCONCEPTSINC
S H O W RO O M
Summer Sanctuary.
Annapolis, MD: 410. 267.7110 | Baltimore, MD: 410.789. 8000 | Easton, MD: 410. 819. 8900 | Gaithersburg, MD: 240. 650.6000 . Mechanicsville, MD: 301. 274. 2570 | Takoma Park, MD: 301. 608. 2600 | Chantilly, VA: 703. 263. 2300 | York, PA: 717. 845.6500
ADU.COM
Murray Hill Classic, restored 1917 Georgian Revival home on double lot steps from Spa Creek. Over 5000 SF of finished living space over 4 levels. State of the art white kitchen, wood floors, 4-5 bedrooms, private lap pool, porches, lush gardens and 1-car garage. $2,195,000
HiStoriC diStriCt IE BERKINS RG
W HA
TE
AN
N
AP
O LIS
TA
GEO
This elegant, impeccably updated Federal Style residence, circa 1840, steps from St. Johns College and the US Naval Academy. 4500+ SF, 4 BRs, 4.5 BAs, 3 gas fireplaces, walnut/heart of pine floors, modern updates throughout, large outdoor patio & parking for 2 cars! $1,875,000
REAL
ES
Cape St. JoHn Private, custom waterfront home with pier and waterside cabana off the South River and set on extensively landscaped, one acre lot. Over 6000 SF of interior living space including walkout lower level. Fabulous indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces. $1,998,000.
aCtonS landing Luxury, end unit townhome in downtown Annapolis with 2-car garage overlooks common green space. 3 BRs, 4 FBs, high ceilings, wood floors, gourmet kitchen w/ granite and stainless. Steps from waterside park on Spa Creek. Lock & Leave opportunity! Offered at $1,100,000.
Georgie Berkinshaw
#1 Coldwell Banker Agent in the Annapolis Market & Greater Baltimore Metro GBerkinshaw.com | GBerkinshaw@CBMove.com | C: 443.994.4456 Annapolis Church Circle Office | 410.263.8686 Š 2020 Coldwell Banker. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker logos are trademarks of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. The Coldwell BankerŽ System is comprised of company owned offices which are owned by a subsidiary of Realogy Brokerage Group LLC and franchised offices which are independently owned and operated. The Coldwell Banker System fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act.
Annapolis, MD 410-990-1700
Charlottesville, VA 434-245-2211
Middleburg, VA 540-687-4646
Greenbrier, WV 304-956-5151
Award-Winning Designs
410.263.4900 | KITCHENENCOUNTERS.BIZ
CAROL SNYDER GROUP is pleased to welcome
Melissa Press Melissa has been practicing real estate for almost 20 years with a proven track record of successfully assisting buyers and sellers in negotiating and securing properties. We are happy to have Melissa as a valuable addition to our team!
380 SOUTH RIVER LANDING ROAD, EDGEWATER, MD 21037 WATER ACCESS | $769,000
11 RIVERVIEW ROAD, SEVERNA PARK MD 21146 WATERFRONT | |$2,195,000
CS
S N Y D E R BRADSHAW
CAROL SNYDER GROUP 537-A Baltimore Annapolis Blvd, Severna Park, MD 21146 Direct (410) 216-0018 • Office (443) 906-3848 carol@carolsnydergroup.com • www.CarolSnyderGroup.com
Real estate agents affiliated with Monument Sotheby’s International Realty are independent contractor agents and are not employees of the company. The property information herein is derived from various sources that may not be limited to county records and the Multiple Listing Service and it may include approximations. Although the information is believed to be accurate, it is not warranted, and you should not rely upon it without personal verification. Not intended as a solicitation if your property is already listed by another broker. An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC.
The Annapolis Store
2349 Solomons Island Road Annapolis, MD 21401 Phone: 410.266.1122
Other Locations in Maryland and No. Virginia
Chevy Chase, MD • Falls Church, VA TheSomervilleBathAndKitchenStore.com
Award Winning Firm
Kat alin Far nady Allied Member ASID 443.822.3248 f ar nadyint er iors.com
Make Your Move GREATER ANNAPOLIS’ PREMIER LUXURY PROPERTY EXPERT • Over $19 Million Total SOLD Volume Since March 2020 • 9 Active Waterfront Listings Priced at $1.5 Million and Above • Properties Sold in 19 Days on Average for 96% of Asking Price
BRAD KAPPEL m +1 410 279 9476 bkappel@ttrsir.com BradKappel.com Annapolis Brokerage 209 Main Street o +1 410 280 5600
ANNAPOLIS HOME
F E AT U RI N G T H E F I N E ST E STAT E S O F T H E C H E S A P E A K E B AY
CONTENTS
30 58 66 80
Seaside Modern
A beach home in Bethany rises from the ashes, in tune with land and sea.
Heart-Centered Home on South River
Newly married homeowners create an inspired haven, with a little help from their architects.
Historic Garden Grows
A look at an influential historic garden by trailblazers Wolfgang Oehme and James van Sweden.
The High-Heeled Gardener
The Magic of Mass Plantings The HHG learns how to “Go big at home.”
DEPARTMENTS 28 Publishers’ Letter | Remembering Lisa Publicover 29 Robert’s Picks 40 Custom Builder Showcase 74 Beauty Room | Get Ready to Set Sail
82 84 86 88
On the Cover: An exterior view of “Seaside Modern.” Photograph by Julia Heine. 26
ANNAPOLIS HOME
The State of Luxury Real Estate During a Pandemic Straight Up on Dining Out | La Posta Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen Home and Professional Services Guide National Memorial for Peace and Justice
76
High Design | Set Sail Venture out on the water this summer and sail away!
Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 27
Publishers Kymberly B. Taylor Robert E. Haywood Editor Kymberly B. Taylor Creative Director Ryan Gladhill Senior Designer Samantha Gladhill Director of Advertising & Business Development Elizabeth Davis Executive Assistant Carly Hemingway Photographers Julia Heine Geoffrey Hodgdon Writers Anna Nardone Hayden Elizabeth Heubeck Copy Editor Patricia Stainke Finance Barb Eilertsen
PUBLISHERS’ LETTER Welcome to the July issue of Annapolis Home Magazine! We are glad to share the work of some of the most creative professionals working today in Annapolis and the D.C. region. Inside these pages, you’ll find a story about a heart-centered home representing a fresh start for a newly married couple, a historic garden created by the landscape architect pioneers who spearheaded “The New American Garden,” and a modern beach house designed with the contours of the land and prevailing winds in mind.
We would like to devote the rest of our letter to Lisa Publicover, a talented and beloved interior designer who passed away from cancer this month. We first met Lisa through the Annapolis Design District, where she was an active member. Later, Robert spent extensive time with her, planning her website. Her office was next Lisa Publicover door to Annapolis Home, so we often saw Lisa and heard about various projects she was working on. Lisa was a great colorist, so we were always delighted when we could feature her work in Annapolis Home. Architects, builders, and kitchen designers loved working with her because of her gifts as a designer, her reliability, and her kindness. When she learned she had cancer several years ago, she and Robert had something in common, and they were able to share stories about the toil of chemotherapy. We cheered when she went into remission, only to learn months later that her cancer had returned. At that point, Lisa had mostly retired from interior design and was looking forward to spending time with her new grandchild. We are happy that after closing her studio, she was able to spend more time with her family and her grandchildren. We will miss Lisa’s presence. At the same time, we honor her for all she contributed to design in Annapolis and far beyond, including her many contributions to Annapolis Home.
Kymberly Taylor & Robert Haywood Publishers Annapolis Home is published bimonthly by Taylor Haywood Media, LLC. No part of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without express written consent of the publishers. Publishers disclaim any and all responsibility for omissions and errors. Publishers disclaim any and all responsibility for an advertiser’s products, services, or claims. The views expressed in this magazine are solely those of the writer. All rights reserved. © 2020 by Taylor Haywood Media, LLC.
28
ANNAPOLIS HOME
kymberly@annapolishomemag.com | robert@annapolishomemag.com Annapolis Home can be purchased at Barnes and Nobles throughout Annapolis. Back copies are not available, but can be found online at issuu.com. For subscriptions, visit annapolishomemag.com For operations, contact Robert Haywood at robert@annapolishomemag.com or call 443.942.3927. For advertising inquiries, contact Elizabeth Davis at edavis@annapolishomemag.com or call 443.618.2201
For mailing, contact ahm@annapolishomemag.com Annapolis Home Partners:
Robert’s Picks
1
Spring, summer, or fall is a great time to visit Mount Vernon, the home of George and Martha Washington. While the house was still closed when I visited recently, the gardens are now open to the public. You can walk the entire property, which has spectacular views of the Potomac. Mount Vernon is a lesson in the 18th-century life of a solider, wealthy entrepreneur, and the first president of the United States. It is also a tragic story of enslaved people—Washington had over 300—and Mount Vernon has made serious attempts to acknowledge that history. Mount Vernon is one of the most significant historical sites and museums in the U.S. and a critical resource for scholars and the public alike. Plus, it is less than 50 miles from Annapolis—a perfect day trip!
2
On the subject of 18th-century life, the beautiful gardens of William Paca House in Annapolis are now open on selected days. Learn more about the home and garden and the outstanding Historic Annapolis organization at annapolis.org.
3
Another of our great historical treasures, the HammondHardwood House, is hosting a Virtual Secret Garden tour, which is now available online. The annual garden tour is a fundraiser for the Hammond-Hardwood House, so consider donating this year online. Visit hammondharwoodhouse.org.
4
All of our vital local art and cultural resources are suffering from their inability to host events and sell tickets to performances. In addition to the above historic houses, some of these organizations are the Annapolis Symphony, Annapolis Shakespeare Company, Annapolis Opera, Maryland Hall, Live Arts Maryland, Ballet Theatre of Maryland, Compass Rose Theatre, Mitchell Gallery, and many more. Select your favorites and consider making a donation now.
5
Local author Cyana Riley has written an illustrated children’s book, Not So Different, that encourages children and their parents to appreciate and respect their diversity. Diversity is not about someone else; it is all of us together. Not So Different is a positive book that is a perfect gift for anyone with children. I ordered a copy and you can too at notsodifferentbook.com.
Robert Haywood has a Ph.D. in art and architecture history from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. His book, Allan Kaprow and Claes Oldenburg: Art, Happenings and Cultural Politics, is out now from Yale University Press, London. It is available from Yale.
Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 29
SEASIDE MODERN BY ELIZABETH HEUBECK
|
PHOTOGRAPHY BY JULIA HEINE
With its white elevated porch steps, airy spiral staircase and multiple decks, this home takes advantage of views, sun patterns and prevailing winds off the Bay. Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 31
W
hile traditional architecture continues to dominate the residential landscape in Bethany and other area beaches, modern aesthetics are finding their place among more classic-style homes. For much of their marriage, this Washington, D.C.-based couple searched for the perfect spot for their vacation beach house—one where they could host family and friends and revel in the outdoor lifestyle they both deeply appreciate. They thought they’d found it in a Cape Cod-style cottage fronting a canal on Bethany Beach’s bayside. One summer night about five years ago, while at their Bethany beach house, their dear friends' house caught on fire next-door. Devastated, the displaced owners chose to start over elsewhere. But before the displaced family put their property on the market, they asked their good neighbors, who had come to their rescue the night of the fire, if they’d like to buy it. The couple debated for two years. Eventually, they said yes. Now, they’re so glad they did. As it turned out, the horrific event had a bright side. In a bold leap forward, they built a spectacular get-away house in its place with the help of architect Mark McInturff.
The modern mid-section of the home, flanked by two traditional-style gables, is where the family likes to live.
32
ANNAPOLIS HOME
The living area’s intentionally minimalist appearance doesn’t spill over into the austere, thanks to subtle “warming” touches like a wood ceiling.
The living area’s intentionally minimalist appearance doesn’t spill over into the austere, thanks to subtle “warming” touches like a wood ceiling.
The open-space modern floor plan ensures family, friends, and summer breezes can circulate through the home.
INSIDERS’ KNOWLEDGE INFORMED DESIGN McInturff feels fortunate to have worked with the family to build this special house. The husband, a well-reputed home builder in the D.C. area, understood the complexities behind the effortless grace exuded by a handsome and well-crafted home. And, because the clients had spent countless hours in their friends’ home, they shared an intimate knowledge of how to best showcase the landscape’s natural elements. “They knew everything about how the land was going to behave. They knew where the sun was, where the wind was,” McInturff observes. This pre-existing knowledge allowed them to make informed decisions, like where to position the pool. Many people would have built the pool in the back of the home overlooking the bay, for privacy and water views. But this couple had a different plan.
36
ANNAPOLIS HOME
Putting the pool in the front, the owners realized, would allow them to enjoy a wonderful afternoon breeze and welcome poolside shade after a hot day at the beach. And because it’s tucked behind a privacy wall in a courtyard of sorts, the pool isn’t visible from the road. Had the homeowners built the pool in the back of the house, poolside loungers would get scorched by the afternoon sun. They might also disturb the serene vibe on the back deck, where they enjoy ospreys, eagles and the estuary’s infinite life forms. Fortunately, the home’s well-positioned expansive windows allow someone to be in the pool and see straight through to the water views on the other side of the home.
At dusk, a window wall reveals intriguing land masses and estuaries where a heron or egret may settle in for the night.
DESIGNED TO SHOWCASE NATURE’S GLORY Together, several features of the home’s modern design frame the surrounding nature: clean lines, an open floor plan, ample windows, and outdoor views on all four levels—including a rooftop deck that affords breathtaking, panoramic visibility. “People want houses that are open and light-filled. It’s hard to do that in a saltbox,” McInturff observes. While traditional architecture continues to dominate the residential landscape in Bethany and other area beaches, modern aesthetics are finding their place among more classic-style homes. This unique residence intermingles elements of both. Its traditional vernacular shape fits in well with the other homes in the neighborhood. But, as McInturff points out, the roof ’s classic gables bookend a very modern middle.
“The middle speaks to the way they want to live,” McInturff says. On the main floor, the maximally open design creates an exceptionally airy feel. But the living area’s intentionally minimalist appearance doesn’t spill over into the austere, thanks to subtle “warming” touches like a wood ceiling. Other home details add intrigue and depth to the overall aesthetic: cedar shingles, black windows juxtaposed against white siding, exterior spiral stairs, and stainless cable deck rails, to name a few. Another deliberate design decision was to direct all external views toward the natural landscape. “From the inside, you can’t see another house,” McInturff says.
Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 37
What you do see from the home, which fronts a canal, is a view of the inland waterways, namely Beach Cove and the Indian River, as well as the ocean’s horizon. McInturff believes it offers the best of both worlds: water views, but with more depth than if you were simply staring out onto the ocean. “Here, there’s no ‘black hole’ syndrome at night, where it goes dark, and that’s it,” he says. The couple regularly indulges in the simple pleasure of gazing upon the water views. She delights in the gentle rocking of their oldfashioned rowboat at the water’s edge. They both gauge the wind with regularity: she’s checking to see if conditions are right for a row; he, for a bike ride. If not, they can always choose to stay at home and enjoy nature from one of several vantage points—inside or outside the house, in front or in back. AH ARCHITECT: Mark McInturff, mcinturffarchitects.com, Bethesda, Maryland | CUSTOM BUILDER: Hugh H. Hickman & Sons Inc., hughhhickman.com, Bethany Beach, Delaware
Natural decking, lots of glass walls, and minimal cable railing are all that separates this home from the waters just beyond.
A N N A P O L I S D E S I G N D I S T R I C T. C O M ,
YOUR LINK TO LEADING HOME INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS
MEMBER PROJECT SHOWN Interior Design: Annapolis Interiors annapolisinteriors.com Visit AnnapolisDesignDistrict.com for a directory of Members and services.
Interior construction by Pyramid Builders
Sponsored Section
Showcase premier
custom
builder
In this issue of Annapolis Home, we celebrate the art of residential construction. You will see in these pages exceptional craftsmanship by many of the finest builders, large firms and small, in the greater Annapolis area. If you build or remodel your home, the builder you select is of primary importance. Get to know these builders through their bios and websites and meet with the ones who are most aligned with your vision. After all, the builder is the one who will ultimately translate your living aspirations into a three-dimensional reality.
PYRAMID BUILDERS
BAYVIEW BUILDERS APTER REMODELING/ CRAFTSMAN DiZEBBA & SONS GATE ONE BUILDERS LUNDBERG BUILDERS MUELLER HOMES
CREATIVE SPACES BUILDING & REMODELING PROCOPIO HOMES WOOD VISIONS YOUNGER CONSTRUCTION CARLIN BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION
PYRAMID BUILDERS With more than three decades of experience constructing homes on both sides of the Chesapeake Bay, Pyramid Builders offers architects and homeowners a trusted partner in the great craft of homebuilding. Our highly personalized approach is built on the enduring vision of company principles and is reinforced with the success of each new home we construct. A company culture of collaboration and teamwork keeps every project moving smoothly on the path to completion, and our dedication to uncompromising craftsmanship ensures your legacy will live on for generations. A trusted partner in the great craft of homebuilding in MD, VA, and D.C.
OUR STORY Bret Anderson founded Pyramid Builders in 1985 with the mission to create custom homes of extreme quality. He envisioned a processdriven company of talented individuals who would provide clients with the best possible methods, materials, and craftsmanship. Over the past 30 years, Pyramid has built remarkable homes in both waterfront and urban settings, relying on our experienced team of more than 70 artisans and building professionals. Pyramid collaborates with many of the top architects, interior designers, and landscape architects in the region. “It is our belief that the best results are achieved when client, architect, and builder function as a team,” says Anderson. Pyramid Builders places an emphasis on exceeding clients’ expectations and delivering a highly personalized experience.
PYRAMID BUILDERS 2 WOMACK DRIVE, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 | 410.571.7707 | PYRAMID-BUILDERS.COM
BAYVIEW BUILDERS “Your Vision is Our Passion.” Bayview Builders is a premium custom home building and remodeling firm specializing in Architect-designed waterfront construction. We have a passion for turning the vision of architects and designers—and the dreams of homeowners—into a reality. We understand our job is not just to build, but to provide guidance and help find solutions. We strive to understand the vision behind the plans in order to faithfully execute their intent. From large custom homes to challenging renovations, our quality craftsmanship is evident in our attention to the details.
Alt Breeding Associates Architecture Photography by David Burroughs
THE PROJECT Logistics are often difficult for an in-town build, but navigating the site requirements on this new waterfront home on Spa Creek was particularly challenging. Extensive tree protection preceded carefully staged site work, with tight lot lines and a pool overlooking the water. The house captures downtown views, with its clad windows and doors open to decks and terraces at the water’s edge. The exterior features natural cedar roof shingles and woven corner fiber cement siding. The interior takes on a decidedly modern feel with brushed white oak floors, stone fireplace surround, and a chef ’s kitchen with exotic stone countertops. Extensive interior millwork is complemented by the feature staircase with wrought iron detailing.
BAYVIEW BUILDERS 1912 A LINCOLN DRIVE, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.280.0303 | BAYVIEWBUILDERSMD.COM
APTER REMODELING/ CRAFTSMAN Apter Remodeling/Craftsman, based in Annapolis, Maryland, offers expert remodeling and renovation services for homes in Anne Arundel and surrounding counties. We are your luxury first choice as a remodeler to hire for whole house renovations, kitchens, bathrooms, second floor additions, decks, garages, finished basements, historic renovations and more. We work as a team with some of the area’s finest Architects, Sub-Contractors and material suppliers to fully customize and craft your home from design through finished construction,. We are award-winning and featured in Remodeling Magazine as one of the 50 best remodelers in the country. Andy Apter is National Secretary of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) and a founder of the Chesapeake Bay Chapter of NARI. NARI is the only trade association dedicated to remodeling. NARI members are committed to integrity, high standards, a Code of Ethics, and training. Members enjoy benefits networking opportunities, continued education, award programs, and national advocacy efforts.
THE PROJECT It was over a decade ago that I was contacted by a couple who purchased a home in downtown Annapolis built in 1850. I was referred to them by their neighbors next door to a home they just sold prior to moving in to their new historic property. We instantly collaborated on the massive challenge that laid ahead to rework this home while preserving the charm and unique feel of the property. Over the next dozen years we accomplished a great whole house renovation agreeing to tackle the project in pieces to enable them to live in the house during this process. Some of the renovations were roof to foundation. Some of these hallmarks were adding copper roofing and gutters, a bathroom, renovating an existing bathroom, replacing doors, windows and siding, entrance decks, reworking electrical and HVAC systems culminating in this new minimalist Scandinavian style kitchen.
APTER REMODELING/CRAFTSMAN 7 WILLOW STREET, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 | 410.295.9410 | APTERREMODELING.COM
DIZEBBA & SONS Gaetano “Guy” DiZebba has been schooled in the fine art of home building since he could hold a trowel. His grandfather descends from a long line of Old-World bricklayers who immigrated to America from Italy in 1914. In 1938 he brought his two sons into the fold and founded DiZebba and Sons. Guy’s father and uncles taught him everything they knew, especially the masonry arts. His older brother, Fioravante, specialized in artisan woodworking. Over the years, Guy and his brother gravitated to the Annapolis market, bringing with them the craftsmanship absorbed from years of working with the old masters. Today, Guy brings the knowledge and pride passed down for five generations to his life’s passion—building well-crafted homes, technologically advanced yet polished to an Old-World gleam, worthy of inspection by his grandfather and father. THE PROJECT This home on South River echoes the design of an Arts and Crafts home from the 1930s. It is embraced by the land, with arresting dormers and angles. The beauty of this home is in its details, from the well-defined rooflines to the wood floors, doors, trim, and elegant staircase. What unites this home is the attention to and juxtaposition of natural materials. Cedar shingles, master exterior painting, and hand-laid stone foundation define the true meaning of shelter. Its subtle beauty is created by often invisible building techniques passed down through generations, and reveals the creativity and Old-World artistry Guy DiZebba and Sons bring to each project.
48
ANNAPOLIS HOME
DIZEBBA & SONS CROWNSVILLE, MD 21032 | 410.923.6022 | DIZEBBA.COM
GATE ONE BUILDERS Gate One Builders is owned and operated by U.S. Naval Academy graduates and long time residents of the Greater Annapolis area, Matt Long and John Pilli. Through this unique partnership between Matt and John, Gate One Builders provides a wide range of services including custom homes, additions, and renovations to existing homes, and historic restorations. Matt and John work in close collaboration with each customer from the planning stage to project completion to ensure a quality product that exceeds their customer’s expectations. Their commitment to quality is evident in every project— small or large—that they take on. The result is award-winning work that has been recognized by their clients, the community, and the Historic Annapolis Foundation. THE PROJECT For this distinctive home, Gate One Builders constructed a modern farmhouse on Weems Creek in Annapolis. The 5,500 square foot home, designed by Marta Hansen, takes advantage of the water views while providing special guest rooms for the couples’ children and grandchildren when they visit. Gate One Builders, working closely with the architect and homeowners, created a meticulously crafted home that stands out in Annapolis for both its vernacular style and contemporary, casual elegance.
GATE ONE BUILDERS 100 CATHEDRAL STREET, SUITE 3, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.268.0778 | GATEONEBUILDERS.COM
Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 49
MHBR #748 | MHIC #11697
LUNDBERG BUILDERS Celebrating 43 years, Lundberg Builders has proudly served the Annapolis and Eastern Shore community, delivering exquisitely crafted custom homes with full design and build capabilities, exceptional customer care, and family-owned integrity. As the science of building has grown more complex each year, we take pride in the expertise of our team and in our dedication to doing things right. Our goal is to help our customers achieve their dreams by delivering the best quality and value for their dollar. Services include design-build, custom homes, remodeling and renovations, decks, patios and porches, and even home maintenance and repairs. Lundberg Builders is conveniently located at 314 Main Street in Stevensville, Maryland under the same roof as our affiliate, 314 Design Studio, which specializes in kitchen and bath design services.
THE PROJECT This stunning contemporary custom home is the result of a winning collaboration among Lundberg Builders, residential designer, Bob Moreland (Residential Design and Drafting, LLC) and civil engineering firm, Drum Loyka & Associates. Located on the South River in Riva, Maryland, the client dreamed of an elegant, peaceful, and private home, designed to capture breathtaking waterfront views. The threelevel home’s exterior features vertical tongue and groove cedar wood, and trim board painted black made from PVC. The interiors are clean with simple lines for an open floor plan that boasts cathedral ceilings, a modern custom kitchen and a walkout finished basement. Aging in Place features abound to provide accessibility and comfort. The project required creativity and innovation as a challenging waterfront lot to regrade the hill in preparation for the home. As a critical area location, extreme care and planning was taken to ensure the environmental protection of the surrounding property.
LUNDBERG BUILDERS, INC. 314 MAIN STREET, STEVENSVILLE, MD 21666 410.643.3334 | LUNDBERGBUILDERS.COM
MUELLER HOMES At Mueller Homes, we believe that your home is a reflection of your lifestyle. We also believe that when you are ready to build your dream home, you should be informed and have a trusted partner by your side. So, we build your home with decades of experience, proven building processes, sound business acumen, and genuine core values. Mueller has won numerous awards from the Maryland Building Industry Association (MBIA) and has been featured in local and national publications such as Professional Builder, Chesapeake Home, Home & Design, and Annapolis Home. Ultimately, we provide our clients with a truly unique home building experience that brings us tremendous pride in what we do.
Designing & Building
Your Custom Dream Home
THE PROJECTS ABOVE: A unique lake style architectural design was utilized to give this home a very distinctive look, here in the Mid-Atlantic. The indoor and outdoor elements of the home's design maximize viewing of the 64 acre home site overlooking a forest conservation area. The builder and architect collaborated effortlessly to provide the homeowner with unique, one-of-a-kind handcrafted elements. LEFT: Mueller Homes has just completed a new book that is a must-read for anyone considering building a custom luxury home! This comprehensive resource provides insight to save you considerable time, money, and even heartbreak. Download your free e-copy on the MuellerHomes.com website!
NEW OFFICE IN ANNAPOLIS DESIGN DISTRICT! 202 LEGION AVENUE, SUITE 4, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.549.4444 | MUELLERHOMES.COM
How to Create an Experience You’ll Love to Remember! Paul Mueller, Sr. & Paul Mueller, Jr.
with Suzanne Ratti
CREATIVE SPACES BUILDING & REMODELING With its proven step-by-step process, Creative Spaces Remodeling removes uncertainty and stress from home remodeling. Owner John Johnson brings more than 30 years of building and remodeling experience to each project. From kitchen and bath updates to outdoor living spaces and hardscapes, to additions and custom homes. Creative Spaces is detail-oriented, flexible, and knowledgeable. They offer a unique 5-year guarantee on all projects, large and small—a testament to their solid workmanship and enduring commitment to customer satisfaction. Creative Spaces is often told by their clients that “listening” is what sets them apart from the rest. John is always guiding and coaching his team that the details matter, listen carefully. THE PROJECT Need more space when friends and relatives visit? This luxurious guest/pool house was exactly what was needed nestled along the West River. The patio level features an open screened entertainment area with tiki bar, pool storage room and an outdoor bathroom with shower. A paver walkway leads from the patio to the pool and the main house. The open second level has a bedroom, living room, kitchen, washer/dryer closet and stunning bathroom with tile and glass shower enclosure. Doors in the bedroom and living room lead to a large deck for social gatherings or morning coffee overlooking the pool and the river. A spiral staircase leads from the patio level to the 2nd level, and further to the peaceful rooftop deck.
52
ANNAPOLIS HOME
CREATIVE SPACES BUILDING & REMODELING 3179 BRAVERTON STREET, SUITE 101 EDGEWATER, MD 20137 410.541.1268 | REMODELTHEBAY.COM Clear Communication. Innovative Design.
Extraordinary Craftsmanship.
CUSTOM HOMES FULL REMODELS ADDITIONS OUTDOOR SPACES
PROCOPIO HOMES Procopio Homes, founded by Albert Procopio, Sr. and Albert Procopio, Jr, have been building some of the finest custom homes throughout the Baltimore/ Washington and Annapolis area for over 60 years. We have built our reputation on trust, integrity, and communication. This is proven by our commitment to excellence, our personal customer care, and our attention to detail throughout every aspect of the home building process. We strive to make the process of designing and building your dream home as seamless as possible.
PROCOPIO HOMES 1046 ANNAPOLIS ROAD, GAMBRILLS, MD 21054 410.551.8454 | PROCOPIOFAMILYHOMES.COM Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 53
CARLIN BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION ANNAPOLIS, MD | 410.401.9913 | CARLINBROS.COM
“At Carlin Brothers, we build the future one brick at a time.”
YOUNGER CONSTRUCTION 3175 PATUXENT RIVER ROAD, DAVIDSONVILLE, MD 21035 | 410.626.8602 | YOUNGERCONSTRUCTION.COM
Younger Construction is a general contractor based out of Annapolis, Maryland that specializes in new construction, home remodeling, and renovations. As a residential and commercial construction firm, they offer construction of custom homes, large renovations, and additions in Maryland Counties like Anne Arundel, Prince George’s, and Queen Anne’s. Younger Construction, led by Greg Younger, is skilled in the construction of custom homes, renovations, kitchens, and bathrooms. Using only premium materials, skilled craftsmen, and trade professionals, Younger Construction will Younger 54 Construction ANNAPOLIS HOMEconstruct, design, and build a custom home that you will be very proud to call your own! Custom home building or custom building and remodeling remodeling should be handled by experts if you want the job done right.
WOOD VISIONS
DAMASCUS, MD 20872 | 301.253.4903 | WOOD-VISIONS.COM Wood Visions Construction, Inc. is an award-winning custom home builder. What sets us apart is economical pricing, creative detailing, and functionality. Our custom-built homes are engineered for durable trouble-free living. Each home we build is backed by a pledge to guarantee your satisfaction. Our firm’s attention to every aspect and detail of the construction coupled with our use of top-of-the-line materials and superb craftsmanship creates dwellings of enduring value, comfort and pleasure. With experienced in-house craftsmen and over 30 years in the business, there is no question we can’t answer or problem we can’t solve.
CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING | FINE CUSTOM HOMES
3 We shape our buildings; thereafter, they shape us. Winston Churchill
Piers | Platforms | Pilings | Catwalk | Bulkheads | Retaining Walls Boatlift Installation | Shore Erosion Control | Stone Revetments C-Loc Vinyl Bulkheads | Rip Rap | Jetties | Breakwaters
Jeff & Laura Gosnell, Owners
New Construction and Repair | Commercial & Residential A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau. SHA Erosion & Sediment Control Certification. Member of The Maryland Marine Contractors Association. MHIC Licensed # 120670, MDE State Registered Marine Contractor (047E), Fully insured.
410.879.3121 | 888.886.1213 BAYPILEDRIVING.COM
Š 2020 California Closet Company, Inc. All rights reserved. Franchises independently owned and operated.
Pantry custom designed by California Closets
We design custom solutions for the stories of your life. Together with us, the space where you live becomes the place you love.
Find yourself at home with
Free In-Home or Virtual Design Consultations californiaclosets.com 410.247.8088 BALTIMORE Sulphur Spring Rd ANNAPOLIS Bestgate Rd ELLICOTT CITY Bethany Sq
The original home’s second floor master bedroom and several interior walls were removed to create a soaring cathedral ceiling. 58
ANNAPOLIS HOME
A deep alcove made of tongue-and-groove Ipe and glass, mirrors the home’s wooded, cove-like setting.
Heart-Centered HOME ON SOUTH RIVER
B Y A N N A N A R D O N E H AY D E N P H O T O G R A P H Y B Y G E O F F R E Y
H O D G D O N
This story is not just about a dramatic waterfront renovation. It is also about the creation of a home where emotions take on visible forms, with love of family expressed through its architecture, building and design. Here’s how it began. Lily and Joe Vallario, recently married, each have three children from previous marriages. The home they hoped to purchase had to be big enough to not only house but also embrace both families, including six young adults. Each child would have their own room thoughtfully decorated. They envisioned a kitchen big enough for all to gather for family breakfasts and a great room generous and welcoming .
Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 59
The mahogany beams’ simple lines and the creamy beige leather couch fuse sophistication with comfort.
Their initial hunt for a special piece of land to build upon led them to a home upon a quiet knoll at the end of Cove Road on South River. The moment Lily opened the door, her heart soared, “I just love it! It’s ugly. We can create it however we want. I saw it immediately.” Hidden behind the entrance were two completely separate homes—two staircases, kitchens, living spaces. It was dark with lots of little windows and closed off rooms. For most, this may have been a deterrence, but not for the Vallarios. They saw an opportunity to fuse two homes into one. The two homes mirrored, in a sense, their unique solitary journeys. Its renovation pointed towards transformation, good times, and spectacular views.
of lights within the great room. The cathedral ceilings, studded with dimmable recessed lights, elicit a feeling of lounging under the stars. The interplay of light throughout reflects the different moods of the day, generating a harmonious rhythm between nature and home.
With 180 degrees of waterfront, the first step was to capture the natural light and sweeping water vistas. Removing the secondfloor master bedroom entirely, as well as several interior walls, and replacing myriad windows with three walls of glass, instantly opened-up the home, breathing in new life. “The most exciting and ambitious part was taking the second floor out and seeing the light,” says Joe. This one change required substantial structural engineering to support the steep rooflines necessary for a grand cathedral ceiling.
Lily’s oldest, Sophia Chedrauy, remarks, “Everyone enjoys being here. It’s beautiful. It could have been a ‘Look and don’t touch house’,” instead it’s welcoming and livable.” The kitchen and family rooms particularly illustrate this design style.
Mindful of ambiance and the connection between indoors and outdoors common to contemporary design, Lily created a canopy
60
ANNAPOLIS HOME
Lily’s aesthetic is defined by a clean, minimalist design woven with rich earth tones and textures, which she refers to as “Warm Contemporary.” Her collection of luxurious, elegant furnishings in room after room reflects what is important to her—inviting a feeling of comfort, beauty, and stability.
Fit for a serious chef with Viking stove, Thermador wine cooler and granite island, this kitchen rivals any decorator showcase. At Compass Stone and Tile Studio in Annapolis, she found a stunning backsplash that shimmers with velvety chocolate and caramel swirl tiles. When the light is just right, they come alive and glisten, contrasting dramatically with dark wood cabinetry and chandeliers crafted of glass and chrome.
The chef-worthy stove and generous island are not surprising. Lily Vallario owned restaurants in Colombia, before coming to the United States.
The family room is appointed with sleek custom cabinetry that, crafted by Geoffrey Neuman, frames perfectly the portrait gas fireplace enhanced by Saul Lopez’ marble-like porcelain surround. The mahogany beams’ simple lines and the creamy, beige leather couch fuse sophistication with comfort.
Because the whole first floor of the home is flooded with light, the kitchen tile changes colors as the sun moves across the sky.
Equally important to the project was the exterior. When Lily contacted Spire Architecture to help with this phase, they had no idea of the adventure ahead. The couple gave Spire creative carte blanche. “They shared a few ideas and trusted us,” says Spire partner Craig Martin. With the modern contemporary focus and a desire to give as much attention to the street side as the waterfront, Spire presented a dramatic design. Their renderings revealed a cathedral-like portico that spanned two stories. “We suggested a stucco and stone exterior trimmed with dark brown oversized fascia boards to frame the home and hid the down spouts to create clean lines,” explains Rick McCallum from Spire. The dark trim rises up from the ground tracing the gable roof lines.
Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 61
A waterfront deck wraps around most of the house; this end is devoted to casual entertaining.
Builder Albert Procopio of Procopio Family Homes notes that hiding the gutters was challenging. “The house has no exposed gutters, we had to figure out how to get the water off the roof,” he says. Just as the architects wished, he solved the problem by hiding them within the roof and inside the exterior walls. Another stand-out feature is the custom front door, which measures 4’ x 8’ and pivots in either direction, he explains. The grand portico framing the door is composed of tongue and groove Ipe, an exotic Brazilian hardwood. The mahogany and glass portico invites you to enter the home. “It stands out like a jewel box on the point,” explains Kurt Shepard, referring to the dramatic crest of land overlooking the river and South River Bridge. The family affectionately calls their home Cove, a name that references its physical location and more. In a nautical sense, a cove is formed by land masses that enclose a sheltered bay, a circle of calm in which to anchor. Cove’s soaring dome-like space and flowing interior reveal uplifting design, the heartcentered home envisioned by Lily and Joe. Situated on a cove and grounded in family, here is a haven beyond troubled waters. AH
The home is situated on a crest of land overlooking a small cove and South River.
ARCHITECTURE: SPIRE Architecture, spirearch.com, Annapolis, Maryland | CUSTOM BUILDER: Procopio Homes, procopiofamilyhomes.com, Annapolis, Maryland | KITCHEN BACKSPLASH: Compass Stone & Tile Studio, cst-studio.com, Annapolis, Maryland | EXTERIOR STUCCO: Robey, Inc., robeyinc.com, Frederick, Maryland | EXTERIOR STONE: Craftmark Stone Veneers, LLC, La Plata, Maryland | LANDSCAPE: Ciminelli’s Landscape Service, ciminellislandscape.com, Bowie, Maryland 62
ANNAPOLIS HOME
COMING AUGUST 2020!
Tony & Frank Inanloo
ANNAPOLIS C ARPET & FLOORING AMERIC A The showroom, still under construction, will open August 2020.
443.7 75. 2 216 300 CHINQUAPIN ROUND ROAD, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 We are putting the finishing touches on our brand new showroom! However, our warehouse is open for business. Frank and Tony invite you for our pre-opening specials.
A N N A P O L I S C A R P E TA N D F LO O R S .C O M HOME OF: . . . AND MANY MORE
F E AT U R I N G A D E B U T C O L L E C T I O N A N D T H E L AT E S T C A R P E T , H A R D W O O D , T I L E , A R E A R U G S A N D R U N N E R S F R O M T H E F I N E S T N AT I O N A L A N D I N T E R N AT I O N A L V E N D O R S .
We Are Open!
Your Best Choice 302 Harry S Truman Pkwy. Suite A | Annapolis, MD 21401 410.224.0700 | cst-studio.com
Annapolis’ Premier Showroom for Stone and Tile In-Store Design Service | Over 25 Years’ Experience in the Tile Industry Stone, Ceramic, Metal, Glass Products and More Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM | Saturday: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM | Evening hours available by appointment.
HISTORIC GARDEN GROWS BY KYMBERLY TAYLOR PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OEHME, VAN SWEDEN | OVS
Inspired by the “luminosity and glow� of Dutch landscape paintings by Johannes Vermeer, James van Sweden and his associates approach design with light in mind. Planted at left: Calamagrostis x acutaflora grass
Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 67
“THE SUBURBAN HOME HAD AN OCEAN OF LAWN, A RING OF IMPATIENS AROUND A RING OF BOXWOODS AROUND THE HOUSE, AND MAYBE A JUNIPER AT EACH CORNER FOR SYMMETRY OR BALANCE. WOLFGANG RIPPED ALL OF THAT OUT.” - ERIC GROFT, FASLA
Calamagrostis x acutaflora grasses are shifting sculptural forms in the landscape.
68
ANNAPOLIS HOME
Planted beyond fence: Miscanthus and Sedum Autumn Joy Vegetable Garden: Lettuces and tomatoes
Hidden away near Annapolis, Maryland, this property designed by Wolfgang Oehme and James van Sweden is historically significant. Conceived in the 1980s, it is one of their first large projects to integrate meadow grasses and native perennials into the pristine lawnscape. Revisiting the garden in 2020 reveals a thriving ecosystem and much wider acceptance of landscapes that merge the natural and the cultivated.
in the mid-1970s, even advocating the elimination of the lawn itself. Though our manicured plots persist, the Annapolis-area garden was one of the larger properties on the Chesapeake Bay that exemplified Oehme and van Sweden’s avant-garde approach. Marc Cathey, Director of the National Arboretum, referred to it as “The New American Garden” when describing a garden they created for the Arboretum in 1981.
Eric Groft FASLA, mentored by Oehme, helped to install the Annapolis garden when he joined the firm in 1986. “It was an important garden; it turned heads,” he recalls. Still at work on the garden 40 years later, he notes, “We just added a major collection of different day lilies.”
Landscape architecture is a continuum, with each generation building upon the shoulders of the last. Mien Ruys, a landscape architect in Amsterdam whom van Sweden admired, used native grasses freely in her projects. However, this garden marks the time when landscape architects began to use native plants and sweeping grasses ornamentally for commissions on the Chesapeake Bay, explains Groft, now vice president of OEHME, VAN SWEDEN | OvS.
Oehme and van Sweden were at the forefront of a revolution against the American residential landscape
Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 69
A sea of perennials: Rudbeckia fulgida “Goldsturm” Molinia windspiel Eupatorium Petasites japonicus 70
ANNAPOLIS HOME
He places the garden in context. “The suburban home had an ocean of lawn, a ring of impatiens around a ring of boxwoods around the house, and maybe a juniper at each corner for symmetry or balance. Wolfgang ripped all of that out.” Oehme was fervent about his beliefs. A client once complained to him that a garden he designed was “taking over.” In a 2009 interview with the Cultural Landscape Foundation, van Sweden said that he told the client to “move the house.” Oehme, who immigrated here from Germany and lived in the Baltimore area, and van Sweden, who studied Dutch landscape techniques while attending Delft University of
Technology in the Netherlands, joined forces to incorporate Oehme, van Sweden and Associates in 1977. They shared a renegade streak; the blue jean-clad pair would roam forests and fields, and do almost anything to obtain a particular plant. It seems that in this profession, obsession is not unusual. For example, swaying wheat-like along the riverfront is feather reed grass Calamagrostis x acutaflora, a species van Sweden’s mentor Karl Foerster discovered. “The story goes that when Foerster was on a train to Denmark, he saw Calamagrostis growing along the railroad tracks. And he pulled the chain and stopped the train and got out and pulled out the grass
Ten thousand naturalized daffodils bloom in powerful masses; as they die back, black-eyed susans will spring up at the same height, masking their demise. Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 71
A free-form sculpture rises from a sea of Miscanthus floridulus and Pennisetum adding an element of surprise. one “suite,” or section, explains Groft. Over 10,000 daffodils were planted; as they die down in the spring, the black-eyed Susans spring up at the same height, masking their demise. As the seasons progress, the palette shifts, weathers gracefully, dies back, and renews. William Blake wrote, “Exuberance is beauty.” Oehme and van Sweden would agree. Their gardens stir the heart; painters such as abstract expressionist Helen Frankenthaler, who let paint take control of the canvas, informed their style. They planted wild yet mindful tapestries that, when seen from a window, might emit “the luminosity and glow of Vermeer’s landscapes,” said van Sweden, who created terraces based on some of the floors in Johannes Vermeer’s 17th century paintings. Yet, landscape architects do much more than plant pretty gardens, cautions Groft. He is right. You could say that landscape architects are an unusual hybrid: a cross between horticulturist, architect, sculptor and sometimes, visionary. For the Annapolis property, Oehme and van Sweden composed with grasses, bulbs, and perennials, sensitive to movement, positive and negative space, form, scale, the wind itself, and light. “Light for me is a great inspiration and very important in the landscape. I love the idea that a garden is like stained glass, that when you see the sun behind the planting, it lights it up,” said van Sweden in the Cultural Landscape Foundation interview.
and that’s Calamagrostis, Karl Foerster. Everyone’s using it,” van Sweden recounts in the interview transcript for The Cultural Landscape Foundation in 2009. “It’s sterile, so it doesn’t seed itself all over the place. You plant it, and it gets bigger and bigger, but doesn’t spread as some grasses do,” Groft notes. Then there is the story of the black-eyed susans. Though ubiquitous in our residential gardens today, there was a time when you could not go to a nursery and simply buy 15. “American natives were not being propagated here. That kind of component was not part of the planting scene until the 1970s. Wolfgang changed this; he was smuggling black-eyed susans into the country,” says Groft. Oehme and van Sweden eschewed “pretty pretty,” and instead designed even the smallest spaces with large specimens, powerful masses of color and textures, with all four seasons in mind. For the Annapolis garden, they planted by the dozen, with hundreds in 72
ANNAPOLIS HOME
Unfortunately, his own Georgetown garden has vanished and only a few vintage projects by Oehme and van Sweden remain. Commercial gardens may be protected; however, private gardens, by their nature, are fragile and prone to vanish. This is not the case here. Forty years later, OvS is expanding upon this verdant garden, and designs many others with grasses and natives, ensuring that its legacy does not fade with the seasons. AH
LANDSCAPE: OEHME, van SWEDEN | OvS, ovsla.com, Washington, DC The Cultural Landscape Foundation, tclf.org Suggested Reading and Listening: Bold Romantic Gardens: The New World Landscapes of Oehme and van Sweden, (1990), Wolfgang Oehme and James van Sweden with Susan Rademacher. Gardening with Nature, (1997), James van Sweden. The Cultural Landscape Foundation, Pioneers of American Landscape Design, Oral History Series: James van Sweden Interview Transcript, 2010.
LARGEST SELECTION, L O WE S T P R I C E S, SUPERIOR SERVICE.
1 1 7 1 2 - C B a l t i m o r e Ave n u e , B e l t s v i l l e , M D 2 0 7 0 5 2 4 0 • 2 6 4 • 8 1 9 9 | MO U L D I N G S I N C - M D.C OM
INTERIOR, EXTERIOR, AND SPECIALTY MOULDING | INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR DOORS | DOOR HARDWARE | AND MORE
Beauty Room
Set Sail GET READY TO
MÜHLE-GLASHÜTTE ProMare Chronograph Watch. “Pro” and “mare”, a combination of Latin terms meaning “for the sea”.
SLAM
$4,299 | Can be purchased at Little Treasury Jewelers | littletreasury.com
Bermuda E137, a sail-inspired design.
OLIVER SPENCER
YETI
Spencer D-Frame acetate sunglasses.
Tundra 65 hard cooler.
$295 | oliverspencer.co.uk
$349.99 | yeti.com
$95 | slam.com
sculpt | strengthen | tone No sweat required. Build muscle and burn body fat with in-office treatments. Try EMSculpt now and receive six weeks of virtual fitness and lifestyle coaching free.
410.449.2060 www.ProMDHealth.com ∙ @ProMDHealth
High Design
Set Sail BEST IN SHOW
BENETEAU OCEANIS 30.1
It’s cruising season! Ready to sail away and lighten your load? An elegant yet miniature yacht, the Oceanis 30.1 has many benefits, including the ability to be trailered behind your SUV without an extra permit. With a few inches won in strategic places, the Oceanis differs from other boats its size, thanks to a headspace of 6.5 ft in all the areas inside where it is comfortable to stand. The two generous double cabins each have berths running lengthwise and an open entryway making them feel particularly spacious. The two benches in the salon provide an additional place for two extra berths. The large shower room is divided into a marine toilet on one side and shower and washbasin on the other. At the foot of the companionway, the L-shaped galley has top and bottom storage, a 20 gallon refrigerator and a real oven under the gas hob stove top. If you need an easy boat to trailer down to Florida or up to Maine and cruise the New England islands, single-handed or with a small crew, this boat is worth exploring. | beneteau.com AH 78
ANNAPOLIS HOME
W W HARD H WARE W FINE DECORATIVE HARDWARE KITCHEN BATH AND DOOR
WALTER WORKS
…enriching your lifestyle through design
In Annapolis
420 CHINQUAPIN ROUND ROAD
410-263-9711
www.WalterWorksHardWare.com
karenreneeinteriors.com 410.647.0435 540 Baltimore-Annapolis Blvd. Severna Park, MD 21146
The High-Heeled Gardener
Magic OF MASS
THE
BY KYMBERLY TAYLOR
After interviewing landscape architect Eric Groft for an article in this issue, I thought I would share his wisdom for creating an amazing garden. You know what I mean—the kind you drive by and know that a true professional was involved. “No onesies or twosies,” he says. “Plant in a group of five to fifteen.” I think I get it now! Plant in masses! Or, better yet, stagger them a bit so they will flower in “drifts.” Fifty plants are certainly better than five if I do say so myself.
PLANTINGS
J Crew. This lemony color is my new favorite and seems to go with absolutely everything! If I am brave, I will take a photo of myself in my shoes when my golden black-eyed susans bloom in a couple of weeks. Stay tuned! If you have any questions about gardening, please email them to me at Kymberly@annapolishomemag.com. I will turn to my cadre of experts and get back to you! AH
As I turn to my own garden, I notice my neighbor Lloyd Gleason, a paramedic, has quietly out-planted me. I watched him put in a few coneflowers about five years ago. Now, his garden is expanding and exploding with these easy, colorful perennials. They truly do spread. (I wish they would spread over to mine!) My own black-eyed susans have done much the same thing. I started with three plants two years ago. Now, I can hardly see the ground as more than 30 of them are about to blossom! This will be my first “mass planting.” For an editor in high-heels, nothing could be more exciting than, of course, another pair of awesome shoes. Let me share my most recent acquisition: a lemon suede low-heel with a casual ribbon by 80
ANNAPOLIS HOME
Follow Kymberly Taylor, editor-in-chief of AHM, on Instagram and Facebook: @thehighheeledgardener
Not Just Houses...Homes
PARADISE POINT off the MAGOTHY... Magnificent deep water peninsula on Mill Creek/Magothy River. Private drive with electric gate off cul-de-sac for the ultimate retreat setting. Stunning 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath home updated to perfection offering water views from every room including 2-story great room, workshop/ studio and home office. Enjoy heated waterside pool, entertaining patio, outdoor kitchen and private pier with protected dockage (8-10 ft MLW), 3 slips and 2 boat lifts. Over 500 feet of waterfront with new bulkhead and 7 garage spaces. — www.218Doncaster.com | MDAA437334 | Offered at $2,795,000
HISTORIC DISTRICT... One of the prettiest homes in Historic Annapolis, near State Circle with views of the Capitol dome. Off-street parking to accommodate 4 cars makes this a rare opportunity to enjoy living downtown. This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath detached home has been restored to perfection while retaining its historic elements, reworking spaces and adding modern systems. Warm and inviting with 2 large front rooms, dining room, gathering kitchen and delightful side porch and secret garden with shed for outdoor enjoyment. — www.57Cornhill.com | MDAA436816 | Offered at $1,395,000
EASTPORT... Fabulous “walk-to-town” location on Creek Drive just steps from Spa Creek. Large landscaped lot extends back to alley with gated access to detached garage and attached workshop plus additional off-street parking. Charming Cape Cod features open floor plan with hardwood floors throughout, three bedrooms including 1st floor bedroom suite with luxe bath, great room with gas fireplace that opens to screened/sun room and adjoining deck. Easy walk to Eastport shops and eateries as well as City Dock and all of downtown Annapolis. — www.919Creek.com | MDAA436334 | Offered at $1,350,000
Florence
CALVERT ASSOCIATE BROKER, CRB, CRS
Cell: 443.995.6625 FCalvert@CBMove.com FlorenceCalvert.com Office: 410.263.8686
©2020 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker, the Coldwell Banker Logo, Coldwell Banker Global Luxury, the Coldwell Banker Global Luxury logos are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC.
Photograph courtesy TTR|Sotheby’s International Realty
THE STATE OF
Luxury Real Estate DURING A PANDEMIC
We asked two prominent real estate experts to give us their perspective on the current luxury residential market. Brad Kappel explains the forces driving the current market, and Katherine Davis identifies home features that buyers most often seek today.
BRAD KAPPEL
KATHERINE DAVIS
The local luxury real estate market is at a 15-year high as it relates to contract volume. Days on market has fallen to less than 30 days for properties listed over $1M. As of July 1, 2020, there are currently 74 properties priced over $1M that are under contract. The inventory levels for luxury properties are at an all-time low! Thus, we are now seeing an unprecedented sellers’ market.
There has never been a time when the quality of home life has been more important. The luxury market has been fantastic, with buyers seeking refuge from highly populated areas. Privacy, larger lots, upscale pools, outdoor kitchens, hardscapes, and multifunctional office workspace are the must-haves for today’s luxury buyers. AH
Three main factors appear to be driving buyers to buy right now.
Brad Kappel is a native Annapolitan and a real estate agent for TTR Sotheby’s International Realty, Annapolis | bradkappel.com
1. There is a maximum exodus from urban environments since the COVID hit us. People who needed to live close to the office in the city are now working from home. They look to areas like Annapolis, where their money goes farther, and they can have an outdoor lifestyle and have more social distance. 2. After spending eight to ten weeks stuck in their current home, many people realized that it did not suit their needs and determined that they were ready to look for a better home. 3. Interest rates are at a record low, sub-3%. When money is cheap, buyers can increase their budget and get more house for their money. The inventory isn’t expected to rebound anytime soon, and the rates are also expected to remain low. So this is not only a great time to sell and obtain top dollar for you home; it is also a good time to buy and lock in a low mortgage rate if you can find what you’re looking for. 82
ANNAPOLIS HOME
Katherine A. Davis is the Associate Broker and Branch Vice President Annapolis Fine Homes office, Long and Foster Christie’s International | longandfoster.com/annapolis-md-finehomes-realty
Photograph courtesy Annapolis Fine Homes, Long & Foster
Kitchen & Bath Design
Celebrating 40th Year Anniversary Showroom in Annapolis 410.757.6100 joni@dsikitchens.com dsikitchens.com Award Winning Designer
Joni Zimmerman, CKBD
Classic Design with a Twist.
Resident of Talbot County serving the Eastern Shore
Straight Up on Dining Out
AHM Rating Design & Decor Food Service 5 = truly memorable 2.5 = needs improvement 1 = forgettable
Pizza with Pizazz!
LA POSTA PIZZERIA & ITALIAN KITCHEN
BY CHRISTINE FILLAT After months of home cooking, carry-out meals, and the occasional parking lot tailgate extravaganza, we are happy to be able to visit restaurants again. We can finally go out, be social, but distanced, and enjoy al fresco dining in new and inventive locations. La Posta in Severna Park now offers outdoor dining on picnic tables in a grassy area alongside the restaurant, shaded by broadleaved trees. Having Route 2 and Route 648 close at hand is not an issue, noise-wise. The atmosphere is breezy and pleasant. This is Little Italy in Severna Park. The menu is extensive, so you can get whatever dish in the Italian repertoire your heart desires. But for us, on this night, pizza from the wood-burning oven is what we have a craving for. The restaurant surprised us with a dish of the bruschetta—gratis! Crusty bread with a garlicky tomato, basil, and parmesan topping is really very good, served with a smattering of arugula. This is something I dream about: a perfect bite to have while waiting for the pizza. A salad with strawberries and fried goat cheese is generous with arugula, plenty for sharing. The flavors are tangy on their own, and for some reason, they didn’t work for me this night. There was an overload of arugula. Save this salad for a meal when you crave a salad and entree dinner. Eggplant Parmigiana is filled with ricotta and spinach and a marinara sauce. This appetizer selection could be considered for an entrée; it is that filling and satisfying. But, to the reason for the evening: PIZZA. The great thing about pizza is that you don’t have to do a whole lot to it when all the components are of high quality. Fresh is most important. Flavors are amplified with the heat from the oven, and at La Posta, the Italian-made brick oven hits a searing 900 degrees. When the crust 84
ANNAPOLIS HOME
is made well, and the sauce is of the right kind of tomatoes, pizza heaven is close at hand. On the server’s recommendation, we order the Burrata and Speck pizza. With tomato sauce, mozzarella, creamy, melty burrata, and smoky speck, this combination of flavors is delightful. The sauce is very good, made with San Marzano tomatoes. The crust is chewy and not too thin, not too thick. Just right. This flavor combination elevates the cheese pizza to new elegant heights. The Pizza Bianca is made with mozzarella, Scamorza cheese, sausage, and broccoli rabe. The cheeses mellow the sharp flavors of the broccoli rabe; the sausage gives the pizza body. This is a bold pizza with not-so-subtle, strong flavors. We like it; just be prepared for the rabe kick. For dessert, we opt for gelato: salted caramel and vanilla. The gelato is very good and a fine ending to this meal. La Posta is located in the old Severna Park post office. Although we appreciate the vintage mailbox stand that now doubles as a hostess stand, you may feel, as we do, that the interior could use a bit more design inspiration and imagination. A casual, quality restaurant, La Posta is popular with the Severna Park crowd. On the weeknight we visited, all the outdoor tables were filled. And there is good reason for this popularity. AH
Christine Fillat lives on the Magothy River and is an aficionado of Chesapeake Bay cooking and living. LA POSTA PIZZERIA & ITALIAN KITCHEN 513 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd., Severna Park, MD 21146 lapostapizzeria.com | 443.906.2840
1811 M c GUCKIAN STREET, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401 410.280.1420 | ELITEHARDWOODFLOORING.COM
2010 CLIPPER PARK ROAD 路 路 BALTIMORE 410 889 5341 路 路 GUTIERREZSTUDIOS.COM
Vol. 11, No. 4 2020 85
314 MAIN STREET, STEVENSVILLE | 410.643.4040 | 314DESIGNSTUDIO.COM
HOME AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GUIDE
ARCHITECTS Alt Breeding Schwarz Architects
pg. 83 | 410.268.1213 | absarchitects.com
Purple Cherry Architects pg. 20 410.990.1700 | purplecherry.com
CUSTOM BUILDERS Apter Remodeling/Craftsman pgs. 46-47 | 410.295.9410 apterremodeling.com
Bayview Builders pgs. 44-45
410.280.0303 | bayviewbuildersmd.com
Blackketter Craftsmen, Inc. pg.87
410.923.3111 | blackcraft.com
Carlin Brothers Construction pg. 54 | 410.401.9913 | carlinbros.com
Creative Spaces Remodeling
Younger Construction pg. 54 410.626.8602 | youngerconstruction.com
The Somerville Bath & Kitchen Store pg. 23 | 410.266.1122
thesomervillebathandkitchenstore.com
DESIGN PROFESSIONALS Annapolis Design District
HEALTH
pg. 39 | annapolisdesigndistrict.com
ProMD Health pg. 75
Farnady Interiors pg. 24
410.449.2060 | promdhealth.com
443.822.3248 | farnadyinteriors.com
Fitzsimmons Design Associates, Inc. pgs. 12-13
410.269.1965 | fitzsimmonsdesign.com
HOME SERVICES 84 Lumber Kitchen & Bath Design Studio pgs. 4-5
410.721.9479 | theframeshoppeinc.com
Karen Renée Interior Design, Inc. pg. 79
Annapolis Carpet & Flooring America pg. 63 | 443.775.2216
410. 647.0435 | karenreneeinteriors.com
annapoliscarpetandfloors.com
Position Placer pg. 87 646.504.8076 | positionplacer.com austin@postionplacer.com
Revival Home & Gifts
Architectural Window Supply
REAL ESTATE
410.923.6022 | dizebba.com
410.544.3300 | sewbeautifulwindows.com
Gate One Builders pg. 49
EXCLUSIVE KITCHEN OR BATH DESIGN
410.549.4444 | muellerhomes.com
Procopio Homes pg. 53
301.621.7703 | 410.551.8454 procopiofamilyhomes.com
Pyramid Builders pgs. 42-43
410.571.7707 | pyramid-builders.com
Wood Visions pg. 55
301.253.4903 | woodvisions.com
pgs. 2-3 | 410.349.3105 or 410.690.0977 walnuthilllandscape.com
pg. 18 | 410.267.7110 | adu.com
410.247.8088 | californiaclosets.com
Mueller Homes pg. 51
Walnut Hill Landscape Company
The Frame Shoppe, Inc. pg. 87
Sew Beautiful pg. 64
410.295.3313 | lynbrookofannapolis.com
Inside Front Cover + pg. 1 410.990.0894 | mchalelandscape.com
ADU - Your Appliance Source
DiZebba & Sons pg. 48
Lynbrook of Annapolis pgs. 8-9
McHale Landscape Design
410.224.7366 or 301.970.8009 interiorconceptsinc.com
pgs. 6-7 | 410.266.5254 | archwin.com
410.643.3334 | lundbergbuilders.com
410.879.3121 or 888.886.1213 baypiledriving.com
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Inside Back Cover | 443.949.9200 revivalannapolis.com
Lundberg Builders, Inc. pg. 50
Bay Pile Driving pg. 56
410.757.4684 | 84designstudios.com
Interior Concepts, Inc. pg. 17
pg. 52 | 410.867.0407 remodelthebay.com
410. 268.0778 | gateonebuilders.com
g g
OUTDOOR LIVING
314 Design Studio pg. 85
410.643.4040 | 314designstudio.com
Annapolis Kitchen and Bath pg. 87 | 410.626.8888 annapoliskitchenandbath.com
Design Solutions, Inc. pg. 83
410.757.6100 | dsikitchens.com
Kitchen Encounters pg. 21 410.263.4900 | kitchenencounters.biz Maryland Shower Enclosures pg. 87
410.626.1222 | marylandshower.com
Stuart Kitchens Back Cover
410.761.5700 | stuartkitchens.com
California Closets pg. 57
Compass Stone & Tile Studio pg. 65 | 410.224.0700| cst-studio.com
Elite Hardwood Flooring pg. 85 | 410.280.1420 elitehardwoodflooring.com
Gutierrez Studios
pg. 85 | gutierrezstudios.com
Mouldings Inc. pg. 73 240.264.8199| mouldingsinc-md.com TW Perry pgs. 10-11 443.808.1481 | twperry.com WalterWorks Hardware pg. 79 410.263.9711 walterworkshardware.com
Warren’s Wood Works pg. 16
Annapolis Fine Homes Office, Long & Foster Real Estate|Christie’s International Real Estate pgs. 14-15 410.263.3400
Georgie Berkinshaw, of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage pg. 19 c. 443.994.4456 | o. 410.263.8686 gberkinshaw.com
Carol Snyder Group, of Monument Sotheby’s International Realty pg. 22 o. 443.906.3848 | d. 410.216.0018 carolsnydergroup.com
Florence Calvert, of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage pg. 81 c. 443.995.6625 | o. 410.263.8686 florencecalvert.com Brad Kappel, of TTR|Sotheby’s International Realty pg. 25 m. 410.279.9476 | o. 410.280.5600 bkappel@ttrsir.com
410.820.8984 | warrenswoodworks.com
To grow your business contact Elizabeth Davis at edavis@annapolishomemag.com for advertising opportunites.
FINE SERVICES
g g g g g
g g g The Frame Shoppe Phone: 410-721-9479 2460 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401
theframeshoppeinc.com Quality Custom Framing
Over 30 years of expert experience with Interior Designers and Decorators
POSITION PLACER
Strategic Recruiting Services for Employers
POSITIONPLACER.COM AUSTIN@POSITIONPLACER.COM
646.504.8076
Delivery and Installation Available
2 WOMACK DRIVE, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21409
410.626.8888
410.626.1222
ANNAPOLISKITCHENANDBATH.COM 105 Annapolis Street Suite C Annapolis, MD 21401
CUSTOM KITCHENS AND BATHS
Quality Home Improvements Proprietors:
Scott Blackketter - Gretchen Bandy
1809 McGuckian Street Annapolis, MD 21401 MarylandShower.com
Visit Our Beautiful Showroom!
FOLLOW US!
We are on Facebook and Instagram
View our portfolio:
blackcraft.com 410.923.3111
Remodeling • Additions Restoration • New Construction
@AnnapolisHomeMagazine
NATIONALMEMORIALFORPEACEANDJUSTICE SPACEFORTRUTH-TELLING, HOPE, HEALING, AND RECONCILIATION
The first national memorial to victims of lynching in the U.S., The Memorial for Peace and Justice sits on six acres of land in Montgomery, Alabama. Suspended in the open pavilion structure are eight hundred heavy rectangular blocks made of Corten steel that represent the counties in the United States where lynching was an instrument of racial terror. Each suspended block, echoing a hanging, is engraved with the names of victims who were killed. The Equal Justice Initiative, in partnership with the MASS design group, conceived the memorial as a “space for truth-telling, hope, healing, and reconciliation.” This powerful, effective memorial inspired one architecture critic to name it the “single greatest work of American architecture of the 21st century.” To learn more about the project and how you can visit, see museumandmemorial.eji.org. AH
88
ANNAPOLIS HOME
A new home decor and gift boutique in West Annapolis e
101 Annapolis Street Annapolis, Maryland 21401 443.949.9200 revivalannapolis.com
YOU ALWAYS KNOW A STUART KITCHEN. AND NOW WE’RE OPEN
IN
ANNAPOLIS!
S I N C E 1955, W E ’ V E B E E N F I R S T C H O I C E F O R T H E B E S T K I T C H E N I N THE NEIGHBORHOOD . O UR NEWEST SHOWROOM IS LOCATED IN THE F ESTIVAL AT RIVA SHOPPING CENTER, AND FACES ON RIVA ROAD. COME SEE US SOON AND YOU’LL UNDERSTAND WHY SO MANY PEOPLE SAY, “NOTHING ADDS MORE VALUE TO YOUR HOME.”
ANNAPOLIS SHOWROOM 2335B FOREST DRIVE 410-761-5700
STUARTKITCHENS.COM