Kensington Avenue House

Biodata

Location: Richmond, Virginia
Latitude: 37.33 N
Longitude: 77.27.38W
Elevation: ~ 197 ft
Climate: Mixed-Humid
Sun Hours/Day: 4.5
Conditioned Area: 4115 gross square feet
(includes 1195 gsf of full basement)
Year Complete: 2003

Project Brief

Driven by the desire to build a “not-so-big-house”, the Owner’s goal for this project was to create a place with a timeless quality and an internal spatial arrangement that did not adhere to traditional precepts. Emphasizing informal family living, the program consists of 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, open living/dining/kitchen space, library/study, ample storage, and a full basement with workshop and recreation space. The architectural character of the house is drawn from the precedent of American cottages and bungalows: deep, inviting porches, comfortable human scale and richness of detailing.