Longhouse Architects

Longhouse Architects Architectural design that knits together client needs, site parameters, & respect for our environment

09/02/2026

It’s not everyday we get a chance to revitalize a 1780’s brick mansion built by a revolutionary war captain situated in the northern tip of the Shenandoah Valley. The challenge has been to design a renovation/addition to this exquisite example of early Federalist style Architecture, add a world class Michelin Star “fishbowl” kitchen, and renovate the existing structure to house dining rooms, a wine tasting room, a Speakeasy, a wine cellar, and guest suites.

Our task was to make all of these modifications to the building without diminishing the historic heart and soul of the property. The additions incorporate a modern and minimalist design language and a dark color palette to clearly demarcate what was built in the 1780’s vs. what is being built today. The roof massing of the fishbowl kitchen mirrors the roof of the existing main house and summer kitchen to maintain a dialogue with the existing forms, yet the color palette and fenestration clearly separate the new addition from the original house.

We've been doing some heavy lifting lately! Churning out our latest set of construction documents for The Inn at Vauclus...
08/26/2026

We've been doing some heavy lifting lately! Churning out our latest set of construction documents for The Inn at Vaucluse Spring fishbowl kitchen addition and renovations was a pretty hefty endeavor all around. Many thanks to our amazing team including: The Inn At Vaucluse Spring, Christopher Zoltan Designs, CaseCo, Cohere, Huntlands Landscape Architecture, LLC, Ashe Consultants, Linton Engineering, Nelson Reeds ALD, Scott Levine at the Design Difference. Stay tuned as we continue to post updates about this exciting new destination!

Sharing a few preview photos and email excerpts from a client who is finishing out construction and has experienced our ...
08/13/2026

Sharing a few preview photos and email excerpts from a client who is finishing out construction and has experienced our design process to create their new outdoor room. It’s very fulfilling to see a project come to fruition with thoughtful input from clients!

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06/04/2026

Things are really coming together at Honey Hill. The fireplace and timber framing are in and the exterior materials are really coming along. We can't wait to see this beauty finished!

Sometimes our work serves as a canvas for the display of our client’s personality, vision, and craftsmanship.The design ...
05/20/2026

Sometimes our work serves as a canvas for the display of our client’s personality, vision, and craftsmanship.
The design of this addition to an owner-built existing cabin was always meant to leave room for their interpretive details–like this whimsical take on unique cladding–a quilt-like assembly of wood offcuts, inserts, and found objects. We continue to be surprised and impressed with the owner’s vision for the project, and we celebrate the creativity and playfulness that buildings can have when they don’t take themselves too seriously.

A big thank you to the Town of Leesburg for hosting their second annual Preservation Day Friday. It’s inspiring to see t...
05/19/2026

A big thank you to the Town of Leesburg for hosting their second annual Preservation Day Friday. It’s inspiring to see the Town’s commitment to its historic buildings and realizing their value. The Town’s team shared info about the evolution of Leesburg's architectural styles, proper maintenance of historic brick structures, and exciting upcoming events marking Virginia 250. Bonus: we discovered the Campaign for Historic Trades — an incredible resource for training and connecting with the skilled tradespersons who make preservation possible.

05/19/2026

A big thank you to the Town of Leesburg for hosting their second annual Preservation Day Friday. It’s inspiring to see the Town’s commitment to its historic buildings and realizing their value. The Town’s team shared info about the evolution of Leesburg's architectural styles, proper maintenance of historic brick structures, and exciting upcoming events marking Virginia 250. Bonus: we discovered the Campaign for Historic Trades — an incredible resource for training and connecting with the skilled tradespersons who make preservation possible.

05/15/2026

We're excited to see some heavy timber frames go up at the Loudoun Passive Solar House!

The finish materials are well underway at the Loudoun Passive Solar House. Stucco, stainedcypress wood siding, and limes...
05/06/2026

The finish materials are well underway at the Loudoun Passive Solar House. Stucco, stained
cypress wood siding, and limestone clad the volumes. Large overhangs for passive solar sun
shading are constructed of white oak. Inside the dining area and kitchen, the ceiling is
constructed of a hand-crafted timber frame, with large-format porcelain tile gracing the floor and
floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the room with light. We’re excited to see forms and volumes
come together with material selections made alongside thoughtful clients.

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Purcellville, VA
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