House of the Week, Contemporary Capitol Hill row house for $1.395M

Two archetypal elements of classic row houses—an exposed brick wall and wood flooring—were incorporated into the design, but with a modern touch. As natural light from the skylight cascades through the three floors, the white-painted brick wall shoots it into the room, giving the main living space a bright and airy feel. Light also flows into the home through a triangular window on the roof deck and through the eight-foot windows in two of the bedrooms. The wide-plank floors throughout the house are French white oak with a dark stain and an oil finish. Their warmth contrasts nicely with the sleek contemporary features, such as the floating staircase and the stark white cabinetry and counters in the kitchen. Photography: Paul Burk and Sean Shanahan Read More

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