.the latest in LEED: the platinum home.

arlington, virginia is the home of the first certified LEED platinum home designed by kaplan thompson architects. located in the heart of the city, and within walking distance of public transportation, schools, and shopping, this 3 bedroom house, built by metro green, is the perfect mesh of contemporary design and sustainability.  the space incorporates reclaimed wood flooring, fsc certified decking, xeriscaping, a green roof, solar panels (soon to be installed), geothermal hvac, low voc paints and finishes, and a rain water collection system just to name a few of the great features. as a LEED certified designer, i think this is a very exciting time for future home builders! take a look and follow the links to learn more!


xo

      

.what a gem.

it may be strange for some to hear.. but a powder room just might be my favorite room in the whole house.  it's the little hidden treasure of the home... the gem.  it's a room that should have its own character, and a place to have fun and splurge.  go for the glass tiled wall, or the crystal fixtures.. a snazzy sink, or maybe a gilded toilet if you like that kind of thing.. if anything, at least incorporate a bold color or a tone on tone pattern.  you could even go the opposite route and create a minimalist or industrial look.  whatever the style, make it your own.. make it a room you can walk into and smile. :)


p.s. don't forget the ceiling!


xo