Mike Maloney

Home by: Katahdin Cedar Log Homes Photos by: Brian Fitzgerald, Fitzgerald Photo

James Ray Spahn

The house is sited in the tree line at the edge of a rocky outcrop, and responds to sweeping eastern views of the valley below. The family cooks, eats, and hangs out together in a space with amazing eastern sunlight and a strong connection to the trees outside and the Piedmont landscape in the distance. A "personal touch" was high on the clients' wish-list—interiors of warm wood tones are accompanied by owner-crafted items, stained glass, cabinetry, railings and works of art. This humble sensibility is carried through on the exterior with simple board and batten siding, whitewash, and a rambling series of forms inspired by central Virginia agricultural architecture.

Doyle Coffin Architecture + George Ross, Photographer

This spacious 2-story home with welcoming front porch includes a 3-car garage with a mudroom entry complete with built-in lockers. Upon entering the home, the foyer is flanked by the living room to the right and, to the left, a formal dining room with tray ceiling and craftsman style wainscoting and chair rail. The dramatic 2-story foyer opens to great room with cozy gas fireplace featuring floor to ceiling stone surround. The great room opens to the breakfast area and kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, attractive cabinetry, and granite countertops with tile backsplash. Sliding glass doors off of the kitchen and breakfast area provide access to the backyard patio. Also on the 1st floor is a convenient study with coffered ceiling. The 2nd floor boasts all 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, a laundry room, and a large rec room. The owner's suite with elegant tray ceiling and expansive closet includes a private bathroom with tile shower and whirlpool tub.