This young family moved into their Oakton home for its potential and backyard. With a toddler, a baby on the way, and an energetic dog, they needed functional, welcoming spaces. Their focus was a kitchen renovation to add light, open backyard views, and improve flow for daily life and entertaining, along with a more organized entryway/mudroom. Below is a look at the home’s evolution—from original spaces to the finished design. Before: A Dark, Dated Kitchen & An Underused Entr

Navigating Arlington’s BZA with Confidence (Yes, Even If Zoning Acronyms Give You Hives) So you’ve got a vision for your home remodel. Maybe it’s a sunroom where you can drink coffee in dramatic natural light, or a new primary suite that doesn’t feel like it was added as an afterthought in 1962. Wonderful! But if your dream home remodeling plan bumps up against Arlington County’s zoning rules, you may find yourself headed to the Board of Zoning Appeals, affectionately known a

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