Dining Room

Wesley Heights is called the “Garden Spot” of Washington, D.C. It is nestled into the gentle rolling hills of upper northwest and is defined by Foxhall Road and New Mexico Avenue, just above Georgetown. Wesley Heights is a community of largely Tudor custom built homes from the 1920s. It is set among the mature trees that shaded the Algonquin Indians that lived in this pastoral area, one of the highest points in the city.

My inspiration for this room are the many organic elements found in this charming community noted not merely for its gracious homes but the lovely gardens that sound them. From the natural stone flooring and the rich wood beauty of the David Iatesta dining table to the engaging garden vignette the rooms reflects the Washington I was raised in and love. There are many Washington, D.C. elements that I used such as the 19th-century busts of George Washington and the Doric columns found on the base of the demilune tables that recall the many D.C. memorials. The drapes were custom crafted by Ednor Inc. and created from the 18th-century. The plaster moldings and fireplace surround were designed by Giannetti Studios, a company that assisted in the historic restoration of the White House during the Truman Administration in the 1940s.

The reason that I was attracted to this particular room is that it is a space that has flaws that are not unlike the challenges we all face in our residences. It was these imperfections that spoke to me. My message to my client is that these “flaws” are what give a room character and depth and can be solved with the assistance of my skilled contractor at International Walldesigns and of course a very talented interior designer. I saw these challenges as opportunities to create a warm and inviting space that welcomes its guests and celebrates Washington.