816 Colby Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912

816 Colby Avenue isnt just a houseits a story, a sanctuary, and a forever home in the truest sense. Thoughtfully renovated and expanded, this one-of-a-kind five-bedroom, three-bath home was designed for connectionbetween spaces, between indoors and out, and between past and present. Set on a double lot in a close-knit enclave of Takoma Park, this home embodies warmth, artistry, and a deep sense of place. The heart of this home is the breathtaking living area which includes the kitchen, great room, and dining room. The chef-worthy kitchen offers ample prep space, wood floors, and an effortless flow into the sun-drenched dining room, where vaulted ceilings and skylights create the perfect backdrop for slow weekend breakfasts or lively dinner parties. Step into the living room, where terracotta tiles, soaring ceilings, a Spanish Revival-style fireplace, and stone and wood columns set the tone for the homes artisanal charm. The design of the space draws inspiration from the warmth and texture of a Guatemalan hacienda and is informed by the ideas of Sarah Susanka and other thought leaders who value flow of space over size. Working with renowned local architects Maria Wright and Dana Haden, the owners were able to source and install unique original works of art throughout the home itself. These include a carved wooden door that was sourced in Panajachel in the shadow of three volcanoes surrounding Lake Atitlan in the western highlands of Guatemala. The great room features a stone c