Welcome to 8104 Spruce Valley Lane in Clifton, Virginia. This one of a kind custom built home features 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 3 half baths, and over 10,000 square feet of living space. Nestled amongst majestic trees and wildlife on 5 acres it features amazing views of 2 ponds. The design of the home was inspired by the principals noted in the book, “The Pattern Language” which outlines patterns for humanistic living and use of space that is in harmony with nature both inside and out. While this home is a spectacular sight to behold, to fully appreciate its artful beauty it is important to understand some basic philosophies behind the architecture. The roofs and floors cascade accordingly fulfilling both the fundamental sense of shelter and also forming spaces where people come into contact daily. The classic Japanese entrance is distinctly shaped and located at a point so it is immediately recognized. A light-filled space straddling the boundary between the outside and inside makes the home more tranquil. The front is embellished with arcades--covered walkways, which provide protection when walking from place to place and play a vital role in the way people interact with the home. The interior rooms were designed to be oriented toward the outside with bay windows, low sills, and window seats, and are sequenced from very public (entrance) to slightly private (family room) and finally the most private (bedrooms). Common areas were created for every social setting with ceiling heights varying to induce people to feel comfortable in those rooms – especially rooms that connect – and forming soft boundaries as opposed to walls. The bedrooms are at an eastern orientation so that everyone wakes up with sun and light. The master bedroom is a private anchor point; distinctly separate room from all other rooms. The kitchen is unique in that it is larger than usual, more centrally located within the house and includes the family room. To maintain a connection with the home, the large deck is recessed into the house and the gardens are designed to embrace how plants would grow naturally – without barriers. Edges are made of natural materials such as stone, brick and wood. The house is sited near water as it plays an important role in overall health and wellbeing. All of these principles have come together to create a scenic and peaceful home that is unmatched in its uniqueness.
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