In Potomac, Md., a community defined by winding drives, mature trees, and a blend of suburban calm and urban proximity, homes carry a certain quiet confidence. Many were built in the mid-20th century, when craftsmanship met practicality. Over…
1st Place, Residential Overlooking the Susquehanna River in Wrightsville, Pa., stands Faith River—a former Baptist meetinghouse reimagined as a warm, modern single-family home. Constructed in 1868, the church served many congregations throughout its history, remaining an active place…
2nd Place, Residential The home at 27 N. Liberty Street in Nantucket, Mass., was constructed from a cooper shed (circa 1780) by Seth Ray, a cooper, when he purchased the land around 1798. Ray added a small living…
Publisher’s Choice, Residential Tucked in the Oakland Hills of California, Radiant Hills House stands as a family residence and a living study for a practice’s design evolution. Constructed in 1949 for jazz musician Virgil Muhler, the home has…