Lifestyle Driven Spaces

ADDITIONS THAT GIVE HOMAGE TO FAMILY AND MUSIC

Feb 27, 2026

A kitchen addition recognizes the family’s love of crafts, baking, and being together. — Photo by Bob Kirchman

The kitchen becomes a distinct wing. Below it is space for a future apartment for an aging parent. — Photo by Bob Kirchman

A space, defined by how the family lives, beckons in the evening light. — Photo by Bob Kirchman

Learning to Listen

Here are some of my favorite designs. They are not large, rather they are additions to existing homes that were created by successfully implementing the clients’ vision.

A master suite and a music studio, added to a small symmetrical house. — Photos by Bob Kirchman

Roslyn Ridge Farm and Vineyard Illustration

Here is my illustration of Roslyn Ridge Farm and Vineyard. It is created to give a visual tour of the beautiful property in a single panoramic view, and is the background image for their wine labels, shown below. — Illustration by Bob Kirchman

LABELS ON THE BOTTLES

These are the label designs for Roslyn Farm and Vineyard that Sue Albrecht and I created. — Photos courtesy Roslyn Farm and Vineyard

Roslyn Farm, as originally named and imagined in 1938, was built as a culmination of the owners’ vision of a European Style Manor House situated in the rolling hills of Central Virginia. It’s undeniable established presence is reminiscent of endearing French Countryside while radiating welcoming Southern Charm and Character through its magnificent architecture, landscape design and historic gardens.

This unique property was acquired as an inspiring addition to Albrecht Properties real estate holding’s in 2015, at which point restorative revitalization began, directed by the owner, Sue A. Albrecht, a local Turnkey Design, Development and Build Entrepreneur.

Albrecht’s comprehensive vision is beyond contagious and began with renaming the farm to Roslyn Farm & Vineyard. Plans quickly unrolled to transform the property into a vibrant and renowned Agritourism Farm Estate through the addition of a Vineyard and Winery, an Equestrian Center, Farm Lodging and a Farm Wedding Stay and Event Venue. The revitalization has created a must see, one of a kind, family freindly environment for both locals and travelers.

Come and enjoy the rural richness of the many offerings of our centrally located farm in the heart of Charlottesville and the historic University of Virginia.

Future Tasting Room, Event Venue, and Tasting Room. — Model by Bob Kirchman

To be located in beautiful Albemarle County, Virginia, this project will grace a beautiful and diverse farm near Charlottesville, Virginia. The initial concept is being developed in a joint venture with design/build firm Harmon Construction and Sue Albrecht, ASID.