Custom homes, additions & renovations in the DC area
The modern home you've been picturing.
Made real.
Modern homes designed to feel calm, intentional, and completely yours
We work with families in the DC area who have a strong sense of design, an appreciation for modern architecture, and the budget to do it right. People who want a home that's not just beautiful — but healthier, calmer, and more connected to how they actually want to live. Whether you're building from the ground up, adding space for a growing family, or renovating a home you love but have outgrown — we design spaces that are beautiful, buildable, and completely yours.
12 years of experience · 40+ projects completed · Serving MoCo, NoVa & DC
Selected projects
Tilden Park House Modern addition — North Bethesda
Washington CT- Custom Multigenerational Home-Alexandria
Old Farm Lane Mid-century addition & renovation — North Bethesda
Nelson St House Modern Mid-Century house renovation — Rockville
Start with a Modern Vision Assessment
A Modern Vision Assessment (MVA) is a 10–14 day feasibility study that clarifies what’s possible for your home before you commit to design. We look at zoning, setbacks, structural considerations, budget alignment, and multiple layout options — all visualized in 3D so you can see the potential clearly.
You’ll understand what can be built, what it will likely cost, and which direction makes the most sense for your home and your life. No guesswork, no surprises — just clarity from the start.
Not sure if your project is even feasible? That's exactly where most of our best clients started.
“The MVA paid for itself immediately by clarifying our budget. No surprises — the whole process felt calm”
Why homeowners choose us
Design That Serves Real Life
Modern design works best when it supports the life happening inside it. We create spaces that feel calm, functional, and intuitive — shaped around the daily rhythm of real families, not abstract design trends.
Buildable From Day One
Every idea we present is grounded in zoning, structure, and real construction costs in the DMV. No theoretical sketches. No surprises once a builder gets involved. Just clear, buildable design from the start.
Designed around how you actually live
We don't design for design awards. Every decision — layout, light, materials — is shaped around the daily rhythm of your family and the way you want to feel in your home.
Clarity Through Visualization
3D walkthroughs and clear scope documents remove guesswork. You see how your home will feel before anything is built, so decisions are confident and aligned with your vision.
What Clients say
I had a non-descriptive ranch, and RT studio turned it into a beautiful modern house. They designed the house with a low of windows that face the woods. It's glorious. Even while being modern, it fits great into the street. Besides their design skills, their personal approach to the project was fabulous. They made themselves available any time me or the contractors have a question. I wholeheartedly recommend them for your project.
- Inna T,North Bethesda, MD
“We couldn’t be more thrilled with the work Damian did on our home! Turning our traditional rancher into a stunning midcentury modern house was no small task, but he made it happen seamlessly. From day one, Damian completely understood our vision and brought it to life with care and creativity. He expertly handled all permits, taking the stress out of the process, and guided us with thoughtful material suggestions that elevated the final result. Thanks to Damian, our dream home is now a reality! We’d highly recommend him to anyone.”
— Irina Y. , Rockville, MDWe hired Damian to design a 3 story addition to our home. Our home was modern and we wanted to keep that aesthetic including the natural light while adding the space we needed for our growing family. Damian did a wonderful job maintaining the modern feel and enhancing it. We got everything we wanted and more. Damian also recommended a great contractor making the whole process as painless as a large renovation could be. Highly recommend Damian for any architectural design big or small!
— Perry H, Washington,DC
About RT Studio
When you work with RT Studio, you work directly with Damian — not a project manager or a junior designer. Damian brings a background in contemporary and mid‑century modern design to every project, with a focus on homes that feel calm, intentional, and grounded in how your family actually lives.
Based in North Bethesda, we serve homeowners across Montgomery County, Northern Virginia, and Washington DC — designing custom homes, additions, and renovations that are beautiful, buildable, and free of surprises.
We believe great design should feel effortless — shaped around real budgets, real constraints, and the life you want to live inside it.