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Home Remodeling in Washington DC

Both our Capitol Hill studio and Takoma Park studio keep us rooted in Washington DC, from the rowhouses of the Hill to the residential blocks of Upper NW. We’re well-versed in the nuances of DC remodeling, from permitting and preservation standards that shape historic home Renovations.
Because we live and work here, we focus on helping these older floor plans evolve while keeping the character of the neighborhood intact. DC is a city of distinct architectural pockets, from grand Colonials to tight-knit rowhouse blocks. Renovating here requires a local team that knows the city's housing stock and varied permitting requirements.

Our design+build process to custom home remodeling in Washington DC is calm by design. As a DC Home Renovation Company, we believe the renovation process matters as much as the finished space. By working in concert as one holistic team, we provide a single point of accountability that creates the space for you to stay grounded and participate creatively as your home takes shape.

Kitchen Remodeling in

Washington DC

We design and build kitchens in Washington DC that improve how your household moves through the day. Layout, storage, lighting, and materials are shaped around cooking habits, gathering patterns, and the way you want the space to function. We often rework circulation, introduce islands, improve visibility, and create storage that reduces clutter while supporting daily routines. The result is a kitchen that feels intuitive to use and comfortable to live in.

Through our partnership with Crystal Cabinet Works, every kitchen includes semi or fully-custom cabinetry designed specifically for your space, covered by a limited lifetime warranty.

Kitchen Porch Expansion in Washington DC

A kitchen porch expansion in Washington DC is often the most practical way to gain the square footage your home is missing. We specialize in capturing the footprint of an existing porch or sunroom—whether at the front or rear—and converting it into fully conditioned interior space. By leveling the floors and integrating insulation into the original structure, we turn an underused area into a permanent extension of your kitchen, pantry, or mudroom. We focus on making the expansion feel like a natural part of your home’s rhythm, providing the extra room you need without the complexity of a new addition.

Bathroom Remodeling in

Washington DC

A kitchen porch expansion in Washington DC is often the most practical way to gain the square footage your home is missing. We specialize in capturing the footprint of an existing porch or sunroom—whether at the front or rear—and converting it into fully conditioned interior space. By leveling the floors and integrating insulation into the original structure, we turn an underused area into a permanent extension of your kitchen, pantry, or mudroom. We focus on making the expansion feel like a natural part of your home’s rhythm, providing the extra room you need without the complexity of a new addition.

Basement Remodeling in

Washington DC

Basements hold untapped potential for work, rest, and gathering. We transform underused lower levels into comfortable living areas such as offices, guest rooms, or family spaces. Successful projects address moisture, light, ceiling conditions, and safe access from the start so the space feels welcoming and connected to the rest of the house. Homeowners gain flexibility without expanding the footprint.

Home Additions in

Washington DC

Additions provide the space families need when existing layouts can no longer keep up. We design new square footage to connect naturally with the original house, carefully integrating structure, exterior materials, and interior transitions. These projects create opportunities to improve light, flow, and organization while preserving Washington DC neighborhood character. The result is more room to live without losing what made you choose the home in the first place.

Historic Home Renovation in

Washington DC

The homes in Washington DC were built with a level of craft and material quality that is difficult to replicate today. Historic renovation here means working carefully within preservation requirements while updating what needs to function better. We navigate historic review and permitting on behalf of our clients, and every decision is made with the long-term integrity of the home in mind.

Aging in place remodeling in Washington DC is about creating a home that supports how you want to live for the next chapter without compromising the character of your space. We work through bathrooms, kitchens, entries, and circulation to improve accessibility, safety, and ease of use in ways that feel natural and considered. Every project begins with how you use your home today and where you want it to take you.

Why Homeowners Choose Zen

Deeply Local
We're rooted in the DC area, with two studios in the neighborhoods where we live and work. Our local expertise means we deftly navigate permitting requirements, historic guidelines, and neighborhood challenges where you live.
One Holistic Team
One coordinated in-house team of designers, project managers, builders, and tradespeople work in concert to guide your renovation from concept to completion together. We deliberately limit our active projects so your team can focus on you and your project. See how that comes together in our work.
Budget-First Transparency
We work backwards from your budget and provide transparent pricing from day one. Financial clarity is established early so design, scope, and construction stay aligned.
SELECTED WORKS

The spaces we've brought calm to

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Kitchens
Bathrooms
Shepherd Park

Kitchens
Bathrooms
Aging in Place
Capitol Hill

Kitchens
Brightwood

Bathrooms
Brightwood

Kitchens
Brightwood

Kitchens
Historic Renovations
Capitol Hill

Bathrooms
Brightwood