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We’re thrilled to share that Pillar & Perch is featured in the September/October 2026 issue of HOME & DESIGN, the premier magazine of architecture and fine interiors for the Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia region. It was an honor to share the story behind Pillar & Perch, along with the work we’re proud of. We’re […]

Pillar & Perch Featured in HOME & DESIGN Magazine

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organic modern living room with couch and custom stone fireplace with floating shelves

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We recently completed our Organic Modern new build in Charlottesville. In true Pillar & Perch fashion, we gave the community the opportunity to experience it before our clients moved into their forever home.  The event drew industry partners, friends, family, and prospective clients, all eager to see two years of work come together. We spent […]

Organic Modern Open House Recap

Events

organic modern project exterior with rich cedar wood, stone, and natural materials so that the home appears like it belongs in the landscape

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Rattan vs. Cane Webbing: Rattan webbing and cane webbing are often used interchangeably, but they are two distinct materials with their own texture, pattern, and place in a well-designed room. At Pillar & Perch, we love working with natural materials that bring warmth and texture into a space. Recently, we were working on a bathroom […]

Rattan vs. Cane Webbing: Same Plant, Two Very Different Looks

Design

image of bathroom rendering with a cabinet using cane webbing

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A client recently came to us to design their basement remodel, and one of the decisions we are most excited about is how we are approaching color. Rather than treating the walls, trim, wainscoting, and ceiling as separate design decisions, we are pulling them all into a single cohesive color using a technique called color […]

Color Drenching: The Interior Design Trend Worth Understanding

Design

basement remodel rendering using color drenching technique

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We’re excited to share that The Rappahannock River Company recently named Pillar & Perch: Architects + Builders to their 2025 Power Rankings of the Best Residential Architects in the Mid-Atlantic. The ranking covers firms across Washington, D.C., Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, West Virginia, and North Carolina.  How the Ranking Works So, what exactly is the Rappahannock […]

Pillar & Perch Named to Best Residential Architects in the Mid-Atlantic

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modern mountain home designed and built by architecture-led firm Pillar & Perch

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Bringing Vision to Life with Material Samples On-Site At Pillar & Perch Architects + Builders, we pride ourselves on delivering cohesive and thoughtful designs that reflect the unique character of the Charlottesville area. As full-service Charlottesville architects and builders, our integrated approach ensures every detail — from architectural layout to the finish on a drawer […]

Bringing Vision to Life with Material Samples On-Site

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Nick, Dani, and Ben from Pillar & Perch standing at a truck with the material selections at the home job site.

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