Lasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction

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Lasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction
37 Reviews

Modern Home incorporating Stone, Glass, Wood in Princeton, NJ

"A one of a kind house of modern design that incorporates the slope of the treed property as well as sunlight, natural and man- materials to blur the lines between indoors and out.." Elizabeth Eckstein, Design NJ. Designed by Architect Mark Brus and built by Lasley Brahaney.


The use of stone, glass and wood is truly spectaular!
Country: United States
Postcode: 08540
Others who worked on this project: Tom Grimes Photography
An open concept kitchen with Atlantic green granite countertops that reflect in the cedar soffit. The higher section of countertop hides the cooktop from the dining area. Designed by Mark Brus, Architect and built by Lasley Construction
Open Kitchen
Anchored by a steel beam in the center landing, this floating staircase connects the entrance foyer to the lower level. Designed by Mark Brus, Architect and built by Lasley Construction
Floating Staircase
Anchored by a steel beam in the center landing, this floating staircase connects the entrance foyer to the lower level. Designed by Mark Brus, Architect and built by Lasley Construction
Floating Staircase
The kitchen site lines open to another sitting room with its own mica stone fireplace and adjoining windows. The glass wall and floating wood shelves with the staircase visible behind provide an interesting design element. Designed by Mark Brus, Architect and built by Lasley Construction
Kitchen/staircase wall
Adjoining the kitchen area, this mica stone fireplace is similarly designed as the upstairs with the slate hearth and the pale green glass surround. Designed by Mark Brus, Architect and built by Lasley Construction
Fireplace off Kitchen
The Germantown mica stone, pale green glass tile, and slate hearth make this off-set fireplace the focal point of the formal living room. Designed by Mark Brus, Architect and built by Lasley Construction
Living Room Fireplace
The molding detail, the glass walls stretching into the cathedral ceiling, and the outside extension of the cherry-paneled soffit was a fun challenge for our Princeton Construction team! Designed by Mark Brus, Architect and built by Lasley Construction
Living Room Corner
Modern yet warm and inviting, this formal living room with its linear muntin glass windows, off-set stone fireplace, and multi-level cathedral ceiling is breathtaking. The clearstory window above brings light in and the exterior wall of windows gives a panoramic view of the backyard. Designed by...
Living Room
A close-up photo of the connection made between wood, mica stone, and two story glass extending from the lower level up to the entry level. Designed by Mark Brus, Architect and built by Lasley Construction
Living Room Corner
The cathedral ceiling, limestone floor/wall tiles, glass wall tile, and Japanese soaking tub create a peaceful respite in this master bathroom. Designed by Mark Brus, Architect and built by Lasley Construction
master bathroom
The double sink, mirrored wall, and wood paneled ceiling create depth and visual interest. Designed by Mark Brus, Architect and built by Lasley Construction
Master bath vanity
This private guest bath with its mosaic green glass tile and clear glass shower door continues the design themes of the rest of the house. Designed by Mark Brus, Architect and built by Lasley Construction
Hall bath
An entranceway with glass extending across the length of the 7,720-square-foot home is accentuated with an incredible bluestone and pebble landscaped pathway.
Front Door
An entranceway with glass extending across the length of the 7,720-square-foot home is accentuated with an incredible bluestone and pebble landscaped pathway. The attached guest suite, with horizontal muntins and frosted glass windows, models a Japanese Shoji screen house. Designed by Mark Brus,...
Exterior Entrance View
A joint collaboration between Lasley Construction and architect Mark Brus of Cambridge, MA produced an exceptionally unique “home within a garden”; the outside comes in by taking advantage of the sloped treed property and natural sunlight. Landscape by Karen Meyers of Foxgloves Landscape...
Exterior Center View