This house in Midlothian, Virginia, conjures the feeling of a vintage Colonial-style home while satisfying the contemporary lifestyle requirements of open floor plan, room to gather, and large windows for viewing the outdoors. Additionally, home office and studio space separate and removed from the main living areas was created. Built on one of the last remaining properties in Reed's Landing, the unique home is designed with cottage-scale techniques that belie its more than 5,000-square foot living area with additional three-car garage and shop. The result is an informal colonial revival farmhouse style that mixes in early Victorian enhancements on the open porches.