Trazo Design

09/29/2026

An addition should feel like it was always meant to be there.

At the O’Brien Residence, the goal went beyond simply adding square footage. The new one-story addition was designed to reorganize the main level while creating a much stronger relationship between the house, the sunroom, and the outdoor living areas.

By extending the home outward, we were able to create a more generous family room and establish larger openings toward the patio and screened porch — bringing more natural light into the interior and allowing the living spaces to connect directly with the landscape.

Just as important was making sure the addition respected the character of the original home. Rather than reading as a separate volume, the new work becomes part of a continuous sequence of spaces that moves naturally from the interior to the outdoors.

Thoughtful expansion. Better flow. A stronger connection to the way the family actually lives.

Design + Build | Trazo Design

08/08/2026

One of the biggest misconceptions about renovating is believing everything has to happen at once.

It doesn't.

When we design a home, we can create a comprehensive master plan from the beginning and organize it into logical phases that align with your priorities, timeline, and budget. Each phase stands on its own while contributing to a cohesive long-term vision.

The result is a home that feels intentional from day one—and seamless when the final phase is complete.

Whether you're planning a luxury renovation, an addition, or a custom home transformation, thoughtful planning allows your investment to grow with you.

Design with intention. Build with purpose.

📍 Northern Virginia | Washington, DC | Maryland

Schedule a consultation through the link in our bio.

05/20/2026

At TRAZO Design, our work goes far beyond creating beautiful renderings.

Every project begins with investigation, strategy, and a deep understanding of zoning, massing, circulation, and function.

For this project, we developed a full BZA submission package focused on maximizing the site potential while maintaining efficient floor plates, preserving a single-stair configuration, and avoiding the need for an elevator.

Throughout the process, design remained the priority — carefully studying architectural hierarchy, proportions, light, and spatial experience while coordinating with city reviewers, consultants, and pricing teams.

Great architecture balances beauty, functionality, and technical precision.



Design with intention. Build with purpose.

Design with intention. Build with purpose.

03/15/2026

We had a wonderful evening attending and sponsoring the 25th Annual Gala & Auction at Bishop O’Connell High School.

Trazo Design was proud to participate as a Little Falls Sponsor, supporting a community that invests so much in education and the next generation.

Guests also received a small gift from us in their swag bags — a Trazo Design koozie with a QR code for a complimentary home design session.

A small reminder that great design always starts with a conversation.

Thank you to the entire O’Connell community for organizing such a fantastic event.

Thoughtful Design. Built With Intention.

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TRAZO DESIGN
Architectural Solutions

📍 Arlington, VA
🌐 TrazoD.com

03/05/2026

03/05/2026

A modest addition can transform how a home lives.

By extending the footprint just 7 feet, the kitchen gained better circulation, stronger sightlines, and a more generous island at the center of the space.

Small move.
Big shift in flow.

02/13/2026

Proud to support Bishop O’Connell High School as a Little Falls Sponsor for the 25th Annual Gala & Auction.

As part of the sponsorship, Trazo Design is featured in this year’s Gala program — and we’re grateful to contribute to a school that has been shaping leaders since 1957.

Supporting strong institutions, strong families, and strong communities is something we deeply value.

02/04/2026

Luxury is built long before the final reveal.
It lives in the details you don’t always see — the precision, the alignment, the care behind every decision.

That’s where true craftsmanship shows.

12/31/2025

Designing the year ahead.

As we step into a new year, we’re grateful for the trust that allows us to design and build spaces with intention, clarity, and lasting value.

Here’s to thoughtful architecture, meaningful collaboration, and inspired spaces in the year ahead.

Happy New Year
— Trazo Design

12/30/2025

Light isn’t decoration.
It’s architecture.

Ceilings, proportions, and daylight shape how a home feels long before finishes are added.
That’s where luxury begins.