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September 21st, 2018

The Family Cabin – Star Tannery Cabin

The Family Cabin, by author and architect Dale Mulfinger, FAIA, is a book that examines the archetype of the cabin. This book includes our Star Tannery Cabin project. Along with our client and the builder, we transformed an old, unheated hunting cabin into a modern getaway.

The project was also featured in the magazine The Best of Fine Homebuilding – Small Homes Cabins and Cottages.

A cozy wooden cabin is surrounded by autumn trees; the interior features modern furniture and large windows, creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.

Cover of The Family Cabin book and introduction page

A modern cabin in a wooded area, featured on a magazine cover about small homes, emphasizing stylish design and practical living spaces.
A split image shows a forested cabin before and after renovation, transitioning from rustic wood to modern design with large windows.
Spacious living room with a vibrant orange sofa, large windows, white beams, and a glass table, overlooking a serene forest view.

Living room

Modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, glass dining table, colorful rug, exposed beams, and pendant lights. Large windows provide natural light, creating a spacious atmosphere.

Kitchen and dining

The Museum of the Shenandoah Valley Wins an Award

The Museum of the Shenandoah Valley Cultural Park won an Award of Merit in the Planning and Analysis category of the Virginia ASLA (American Society of Landscape Architects) 2017 Professional and Student Awards Program. The project was submitted by the landscape architecture firm of O’Shea Wilson Siteworks. Our office has enjoyed collaborating with Siteworks on the MSV Master Plan projects for several years now. Click here for more info.

An aerial view of winding pathways meandering through a lush, wooded landscape, leading to a cluster of modern buildings surrounded by greenery.

Aerial Rendering by O’Shea Wilson Siteworks

North Mountain Pool House

The Squire project now has a newly completed pool house. The pool house embraces the mountain views and is a great space for entertaining, swimming, and exercising.

Builder: 41 Construction (Marty Niessner)
Landscape architect: O’Shea Wilson Siteworks
Landscape installation: Blue Ridge Landscape & Design

Modern house with large windows and a flat roof, overlooking a swimming pool. Outdoor seating area is visible on the patio.

Pool Facade

Modern house with illuminated gym room, pool, and patio furniture. Surrounded by trees under a dramatic, cloud-filled sky. No people visible.

View of the pool house at night

A modern bedroom features a Murphy bed with built-in bookshelves, yellow sliding door, and minimalistic décor, creating a cozy and functional space.

Murphy bed inside the pool house

2017 Professional Remodeler Magazine Design Awards

We are excited to announce that our Red Gate project received a Bronze Award in the Historical Renovation category in the 2017 Professional Remodeler Design Awards program.

Builder: Lodge Construction
Interior Designer: Jackson + Park Design

A modern gray house stands amidst lush greenery, overlooking scenic rolling hills and distant mountains under a clear blue sky.

Addition, with a view of the mountains

Modern living room with large windows, lush landscape view, comfortable seating, red chair, guitar, and bright kitchen area. Open and inviting space.

Main floor living space

A serene countryside scene features a two-story house surrounded by trees and open fields, with a vibrant sunset in the background.
The Flats @ Bell’s

The Bell’s Project is now complete! Five new luxury apartments were added above the newly remodeled Bell’s Fine Clothing, located on the Loudoun Street pedestrian mall. The west facade of the building is clad with diamond patterned metal shingles and two balconies that allow apartment dwellers views up and down the walking mall. The project received an Award of Merit from Preservation of Historic Winchester in June.

Construction by KEE Construction

A storefront labeled "Bell's" with large windows above, nestled between brick buildings on a sunny day, showcasing a casual street scene.

Front facade

Clothing store interior with various garments displayed on racks and shelves. Dim lighting and mannequins wearing styled outfits create a cozy atmosphere.

Interior of the men’s clothing showroom

A wooden wall with shelves displaying various leather bags, souvenirs, and decorative items in a dimly lit retail setting.

The Smalls Wall

Modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, large island with fruit bowl, hardwood floors, and decorative wall elements under bright lighting.

Large kitchen in one of the new apartments

Charming cobblestone street with historical buildings, tree-lined sidewalk, people gathering, and soft evening light in downtown pedestrian area. Bustling yet serene ambiance.

The five luxury apartments have an array of courtyards and balconies, which offer views of the surrounding historic buildings

Stair Risers Rising Together

The artists Neil and Kerry Stavely of Horse & Hare/Tin Top Art & Handmade have completed a commissioned art work for Das Swartzenreader Haus based on the autobiography of Chuck’s late father, Jim Swartz. The artists crafted thirteen hand-carved and painted wood pieces, which were installed on the risers of the 1968 original staircase at Chuck and Beth’s house.

Vintage illustration features Winchester, Virginia with a Palace Theatre, buses, toy store, radios, cars, steam train, and musical waltz reference, evoking nostalgia.

A folk art book becomes a folk art staircase.

Over and Out

We bid a fondue (fond adieu) to Jeff Ryan as he embarks on a new career opportunity.

Incoming

If you hear a lighthearted angelic voice answering our phone, that’s Emma Kiser, our new Office Manager. And yes, she’s a Virginia Tech grad!

A person with short hair smiles while sitting in a library. Books and shelves are visible in the background.
Cochran’s Lumber

Check out two of our projects on Cochran’s Lumber’s blog: Hillside Modern Farmhouse and 6 Pastures Guest House.

Is it STILL Raining?

Move over, Burberry. Laura and Chuck sport the latest in rain fashion from their, “I forgot my umbrella” line. Available with no arm holes for the grain sack look.

Two people in makeshift ponchos and hard hats walk on a wet sidewalk during heavy rain. Trees and buildings line the background.

Until next time!