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2009 Honor Award: Interiors
Town House
Robert M. Gurney, FAIA Washington, D.C.
In this residential conversion of a previously commercial space, the architect “reinvents the town house” by boldly rethinking the allocation of space and unlocking the inherent potential of daylighting. Previously murky, the space was opened up considerably by sacrificing floor space in favor of a progressive design that allowed for an open stairwell system that connects all three floors and allows light to seep into
all areas. This effect was heightened
by removing a different part of the third floor in favor of skylights, and by completely reworking the back
facade of the house to admit as much light as possible into every area of the building. Exposed brick walls, painted white, add to the
lightness of the residence, and an adventurous blue epoxy floor provides a sense of energy and fun.
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