This modern farmhouse retreat was renovated by Kimmel Studio Architects together with Lynbrook of Annapolis, nestled within a serene 14-acre property in Queensland, Maryland. Highlights in this waterfront refuge include beautiful surroundings, minimal architectural features, and folding glass doors that seamlessly connect the interior with the exterior.

When a Baltimore family of four went searching for a year-round getaway, they were immediately drawn to the lush green fields, surrounding woodlands, and the sparkling waters of the Wye River afforded by this property. Undeterred by the dilapidated structure at the center of the site, the homeowners resolutely chose to acquire the property and transform it into the perfect year-round retreat for their family and friends.

The primary design challenge was to create a home that would fulfill the large square footage requirements and ensure that it seamlessly blended with the natural surroundings and maximize views of the landscape. Located on a rotating crop farm field inspired the architects to draw from the local farm buildings and traditional house forms of the Maryland Tidewater region.

To break down the massing and create an open and airy feel, they created a layout with interconnected smaller structures joined by glass connectors and circulation spines. Parts of the house embrace the essence of a classic farmhouse (main public entry space) or tobacco barn (kitchen), while others are simple structures with more modern aesthetics.

Above: The exterior of this dwelling is clad in Dutch lap siding and board and batten. The floor plan layout was created with public spaces — kitchen and dining room in one wing while the private zones — owner’s suite, are located in the other.

What We Love: This modern farmhouse in Maryland boasts stunning waterfront views thanks to expansive walls of glazing and folding glass doors to blur indoor-outdoor boundaries. We are loving the overall concept of this home, a large space for extended family to gather and make lasting memories. The serene property and the river add to the general feeling of relaxation that this getaway house provides to its inhabitants.

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Above: Highlights of this dining room includes the Shoal chandelier from Scabetti — a ceramic fish chandelier, created from English fine bone china. A pair of custom wood dining tables are set atop a floor painted in Seaside Resort 725 – Benjamin Moore.

Above: The focal point of this stunning living room is the floor-to-ceiling board-form concrete fireplace. A pair of outdoor sofas and a coffee table were sourced from Restoration Hardware.

Above: An indoor plunge pool is accessed from the living room through a series of NanaWall folding doors. Another set of folding doors leads out to a dock with the Wye River beyond.

Above: The NanaWall bifold patio doors helped to elevate the interiors with an indoor/outdoor living experience.

Above: The matching kitchens face each other with a comfortable sitting area separating the spaces. The oversized pendant lights are reclaimed steel mooring buoys that were split in half.

Above: There are dual kitchens in this dwelling to provide extra space for the family and guests for meal prep. Each boasts polished, white-lacquer cabinetry, custom concrete countertop and a range by Wolf. The walls are clad in whitewashed oak boards.

Above: In the main bedroom, the curved rattan bed was sourced from Anthropologie. The nightstands are from Clayton Gray Home and the lamps are from Serena & Lily. Grounding this space is a textured rug from West Elm. The fireplace was sourced from HearthStone.

Above: The geothermally heated outdoor swimming pool is sheltered by a fabric canopy system. The dwelling’s black casement windows were sourced from Marvin Windows & Doors, and the roof is a painted-metal, standing-seam design.

Above: The owner’s bedroom is located in the most private area of the dwelling, which is visible through floor-to-ceiling windows.

PHOTOGRAPHER Pete Albert Photography, Jennifer Hughes Photography