PRIVATE TOUR
The main terrace (above) overlooks a corner
of the living room and Lee’s bedroom. The
back of the main wing reveals the central
elevator shaft complete with windows to
the right of Lee’s office and bedroom (above,
right). Staggered terraces (right) feature a
rose garden, a hot tub and main seating area.
The spiral staircase leads to the master suite.
places,” says Kalkstein. “I think she’s very
sophisticated about art, architecture,
design, materials and color.”
A few steps above the living room is a
combination dining and bar area, where
stools line the counter and simple chairs
surround a table. To the left is the wine
room with a trio of industrial chillers
flanking another table. To the right is a
professional-grade kitchen.
Asked if she cooks, Lee laughs aloud.
“No. I have a chef.”
Lee credits the project’s success on her
design team and their clear understanding
of her aesthetic. “Michael and I have very
similar taste and style. The first ideas he
presented I loved.” Starting a major project in a recession did prompt a few budget
cuts, but, she reflects, “I felt like I had my
own little economic recovery, putting all
these people to work.” ?
Native Washingtonian Annie Groer writes
widely about design, politics and culture.
Stacy Zarin Goldberg is a photographer in
Olney, Maryland.
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