Hillside home Walker Road in Suburb of Washington by Whipple Russell

Date of Publishing: April 3, 2022

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Architecture Design of Hillside home – Walker Road House

Description About The Project

Hillside home named Walker Road designed by Whipple Russell, a three-storey home in the Great Falls area of Virginia, a suburb of Washington D.C. Indeed, the area mostly features traditional homes, but with the site being so large and with no close neighbors nearby. So, the clients felt free to build a fully modern home with lots of glass through which to enjoy the spectacular sights of the changing seasons.

The 6,700 sq. ft., 4 bedroom, 4½ bath house organized around a central volume filled by the solid walnut staircase, which goes from the main floor up to the master suite, and down to the two teenagers’ bedrooms on the lower level. Due to the sloping grade the house entered from the street side onto the main level. But exited on the lower level at the back of the house, onto the patio and pool area – what is called a “walk-out” basement. There is also a guest bedroom on the main level at the back of the house. And a home office tucked away in a quiet spot next to the garage.

In addition to this, the exterior materials are white plaster and horizontal stacked stone. And what looks like wood on the exterior is actually porcelain tile, chosen for its warm look and practicality. As it will better withstand the harsh weather. Besides, glass screens surround the second floor terrace in place of guardrails, adding a floating quality to the design.

Without a doubt, the overall design is a modernist play of thin horizontals and sturdy verticals, alternated with glass, perfectly balanced over the sloping terrain. The effect is at once eye-catchingly bold, and harmonious with the surrounding landscape.

The Architecture Design Project of this Hillside Home Information:

Project Name: Walker Road House
Location: Great Falls, Virginia, United States
Project Year: 2015
Designed by: Whipple Russell Architects

Hillside home Walker Road in Suburb of Washington by Whipple Russell — At night, the lit front stairs guide to the home’s entrance of this Hillside home.

Once inside, on the main level is the living room, which has been designed for maximum enjoyment of the fireplace.

Also, The windows surrounding the living room of this Hillside home provide views of the surrounding forest.

A quick detour outside, where there is a sitting area with fireplace.

A casual dining area adjoined to the kitchen.

The kitchen has a large white island, with a stainless steel rangehood over the cooktop.

Also, the kitchen cabinets of this Hillside home have a finish of white lacquer and dark wood veneer.

Downstairs there are more books and another sitting area.

The design of the home organized around a central volume.

The master bath has been given a pop of color with the red rug.

The Hillside Home – Walker Road House Gallery:

Text by the Architects: This three-story house sits on five acres atop a small hill at the end of a winding drive in the Great Falls area of Virginia, a suburb of Washington D.C. The clients were familiar with Marc’s West Coast work and wanted his talent for framing vistas brought to their view of treetops and distant valleys. They also wanted an economical, modern house of a certain size, and left Marc to design a floor plan that was simple, beautiful, and livable.

Photo credit: William Maccollum| Source: Whipple Russell Architects

For more information about this project; please contact the Architecture firm :
– Add: 15233 ventura blvd, suite ph9, sherman oaks, ca 91403
– Tel: (323) 962-5800
– Email: yw@whipplerussell.com