The former Ben & Mary’s Steakhouse is a local landmark and historic resource in Fauquier County. The popular restaurant had been closed for years and had fallen into disrepair. A local non-profit housing organization acquired the building and asked James Hricko Architect LLC to redesign the former restaurant into affordable apartments. We designed four apartments […]
Private Paradise was envisioned for a client’s retirement from the nine-to-five workday and commuter traffic, allowing for a simpler lifestyle closer to nature. The oceanfront home at sea level is designed to maximize ocean views and facilitate rainwater collection. Large windows and doors open to the sea and prevailing breezes. Rainwater is gathered from the […]
Silo House was designed to evoke the barn and silo that once stood on this site and to nurture a friendship with horses. A four-stall barn connects to the main house, much like homes and barns were designed in early America. The house and stalls step down to the natural grade, with the stalls situated […]
A dilapidated 1700s log house with an 1800s addition was meticulously restored and updated. A stone addition was designed on the right. All the stones used for the house and terraces were harvested from this site. We later added the carriage house with a large apartment above the garage. Fauquier County, Virginia Exterior of carriage […]
We collaborated closely with Fauquier Habitat for Humanity and the future homeowners to design these seven duplex communities, which provide homes for fourteen families. From the start, the goal was to make each duplex resemble a single-family house. Each unit features a separate entry door and porch. There are two model designs, each with distinct […]
The addition was designed using a ‘hyphen’ to minimize its visual impact and maintain a subordinate relationship with the historic structure. Other architectural strategies include breaking down the addition’s mass into smaller elements, keeping it lower and positioned behind the main house, and utilizing similar roof pitches and materials to complement the historic residence. The […]
Waterloo Cottage was built on a quarter-acre lot in an established neighborhood. It was designed to blend with the streetscape regarding the size, scale, and massing of the nearby homes (be a good neighbor). Rain chains extend from the large overhanging eaves to direct water to the ground instead of relying on downspouts. The architecture […]
The clients wanted a home designed to look like an old farmhouse that had been added onto over time. Stone harvested from the site, clapboard siding, and a standing-seam metal roof were used as exterior materials to evoke the old farmhouse ambiance. The interiors feature high ceilings, hand-hewn wood beams, and wide plank heart pine […]
The primary design focus for Mountain View House was to create an open, flowing interior with guest rooms for visits from children and grandchildren. The clients prioritized quality over quantity, opting for beautiful materials and design details within a modestly sized home. A modern variation of the “dog trot” house—a style common throughout the Southeast […]
The clients envisioned a country farmhouse for their children and grandchildren to enjoy while visiting their Virginia farm. The design features a three-sided wrap-around porch that offers views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the surrounding meadows. A central cupola allows natural light to fill the second-floor hall. A southwest sunroom opens to a covered […]
The family needed four bedrooms, so we added one to a finished walkout basement. Many dedicated volunteers arrived early on a Saturday in October for this ‘Blitz Build.’ The exterior, including landscaping, was completed by the end of the day. Warrenton, Virginia Ready to get started? Contact Us
Pond View House integrates into the natural topography, requiring minimal land disruption during construction. Both levels are accessible at grade, taking advantage of the site’s expansive views. The roofline follows the surrounding landscape in all directions. Natural stucco, stone, and wood were chosen for the exterior materials to reflect the setting. Stained wood trim details […]
The design of this modest house was inspired by a young family’s desire for their new home to fit appropriately into an older neighborhood yet have a modern feel. Traditional forms and elements were used to create a fresh statement. The first-floor plan has many points to access the covered porch. A central cupola filters […]