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This project transforms a typical 1940s Arlington brick house through a contemporary two-story addition that brings light, space, and a stronger connection to the landscape. The intervention preserves the character of the original gabled volume while introducing a new architectural language defined by vertical metal siding, warm wood cladding, and large expanses of glass.
The new wing is carefully set back from the existing structure to maintain the prominence of the historic brick massing. On the rear façade, the addition opens generously to the sloping site with full-height windows and deep overhangs that frame long views and draw natural light deep into the interior. A screened porch with slender supports and refined detailing acts as a transition space between the house and the garden.
Inside, the project reconfigures the home’s main living spaces to create fluid, open rooms that respond to contemporary living standards—something the original 1940s layout could not provide. The palette emphasizes warmth and clarity, balancing the solid presence of the existing brick with the lightness of the new construction.
The result is a cohesive composition where old and new coexist without mimicry, allowing the historic house to retain its identity while gaining a modern, generous extension designed for today’s lifestyle.