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Upon entering the Great Falls home, the metal open-riser staircase doubles as a sculptural element and
appears to be floating alongside the three-story drip waterfall; both create the centerpiece of the home. The
dining room is a space of texture, lines, and glass, where the smooth stone floor and glass-front wall provide an
elegant base to the textured dining room wall and ceiling trim enhancements.
A grand island in the kitchen provides a source of grounding and stability to the open, flowing spaces. Flush
cabinets and an understated cooking center provide a streamlined, clean finish.
The primary bedroom and bath are simple yet elegant — a peaceful retreat for the owners. The suite has access
to a private, rooftop terrace with unhindered views of the woods. The primary bath's large-format porcelain tile
floor and book-matched wall panels behind the vanities and in the shower provide a polished and sophisticated
aesthetic.
Photography by Hadley Photography
Designed by James McDonald Associate Architects, Great Falls, VA, page 383
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