Article: It takes a villa: a house with mismatched additions is reborn as an Italianate villa. (Before+After).

When architect Dean Brenneman and remodeler Peter Pagenstecher merged their individual companies to create what they refer to as an "architect/build" firm, they envisioned working on exactly the type of project and with exactly the type of client they found at this house in Bethesda, Md. These clients participated as part of the remodeling team. They listened and pushed for product and design choices that, even though they cost a little more, helped create a dramatic and inviting house.

Brenneman and Pagenstecher enjoy the team approach. They prefer equal input from the architect, builder, and homeowners. That way, they figure, they can count on open ...

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