Before & After: There’s a Hidden Meadow at the Heart of This Wabi-Sabi D.C. Home

After spending several years in Tokyo, a family revamps an American Foursquare with a fresh floor plan, a glassy extension, and an appreciation of Japanese design.
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By the time Peter Hennessy and Abigail Leonard returned to America after living in Tokyo for several years, the couple were ready to put down roots with their three children and connect with nature.

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Brian Libby
Dwell Contributor
Brian Libby is a Portland-based architecture writer who has contributed to Dwell since 2004. He has also written for The New York Times, Architect, CityLab, Salon, Metropolis, Architectural Record and The Oregonian, among others.