Lowell Street 2, Wesley Heights
A Contemporary Tudor Style
This whimsical yet sophisticated 6000SF home was delivered to another elated family in Wesley Heights, DC, NW in the summer of 2014. The front facade features a vintage Tudor style with the curved roof line, stucco panels, and cedar batons but is playfully enhanced with diamond shaped, architectural cedar shakes and a brilliant yellow color. Unlike the many other conventional Tudors in the neighborhood, the infrastructure of this home is constructed with superior building science. The HVAC system uses “Greenspeed ” technology which is a hybrid system using both gas and electrical power to provide optimal performance and efficiency. Advance insulation techniques such as open cell foam and reflective insulation were implemented to isolate the building envelope from the exterior. The structured wiring panel serves as a central hub for home’s for audio, HD video, and data distribution and will make this home compatible for whatever the technology of tomorrow brings. The interior of the home radiates with craftsmanship with an abundance of intricately planned and developed built-in cabinetry throughout the spacious floor plan. The expansive kitchen / family room, the a focal point of the home, is enriched by a meticulously crafted coffered and tray ceilings, luxury custom cabinetry, and a cozy fireplace with field stone facade. The bathrooms are equally impressive with a myriad of distinctive tiles and fixtures throughout this unique home. A fully conditioned wine cellar with custom mahogany wine racks highlights the basement. The outside of this home was designed for entertaining specifically for our influential Washingtonian clients. From the screened-in stone terrace, exquisite outdoor fireplace, a stone BBQ, the sport court, and extensive professionally planned landscaping, the homes exterior provides an oasis of tranquility and is truly to something to behold. We are hopeful this home brings on clients years of meaningful memories and enjoyment