A modern multi-story house with large windows, surrounded by green trees and a well-kept lawn, with a paved walkway and a clear blue sky overhead.

Bala Cynwyd Residence

The stone cladding and low-slung roofs of this Main Line house were inspired by the combination of traditional and modern houses in its context. The building massing steps back to soften the front facade and provide an entry and light to the linear plan. Living spaces gradually step down towards the back patio and pool.

  • In Design

  • Private Homeowner

  • Architecture: Lauren Thomsen Design

Process

A modern two-story house with light wood siding, large windows, and a covered porch, surrounded by trees, a green lawn, and a fenced patio area with lounge chairs.
Modern living room with large windows, a brick fireplace, a gray sofa, a black armchair, a round coffee table, and wooden wall accents, with greenery and blue sky visible outside.
Living room with large windows, white sectional sofa, black armchair, potted plants, wall art, wooden ceiling, and view of outdoor trees
Modern kitchen with light wood cabinets, white island, black pendant lights, and a dining area with chairs and large windows showing greenery outside.
Modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white island with a sink, and three hanging black pendant lights. There are two windows showing greenery outside, and a round white dining table with a bowl of apples.
A modern, multi-story house with large windows, beige exterior, and a small porch, surrounded by trees, bushes, and a winding driveway leading to the house, with a view of the ocean in the background.
A modern two-story house with large windows, surrounded by greenery and trees, with a curved driveway leading up to the entrance under a partly cloudy sky.