Tucked among the newer River Falls neighborhood, Julie and Jerry Gilbert’s spacious town home radiates sophisticated charm. Greeted by a handsome brick entrance way, you enter into a two story foyer to view a stunning grandfather clock.  Radiating throughout the well proportioned living, dining, family room and kitchen are harmonious warm and cool colors. In the living room is a collection of antique etchings depicting scenes of the Capitol. The 1929 Steinway piano easily fits into the spacious living area. Infused with color and exuding vitality is the colorful impressionistic painting reminiscent of Provence, France, located in their dining area. The warm hues of the oriental carpet from Hong Kong in the family room finds its complement in a Pat Leibowitz painting. Bright and airy, the kitchen faces the backyard patio.

As you approach the second floor, notice a series of Spanish and Japanese framed fans attractively arranged on the staircase. Before you enter the grandaughter’s room observe a collection of White House Christmas greetings. Family memorabilia in the form of a maple wash stand in the grandaughter’s room comes from a camp in Michigan.  Accenting the master suite is a family portrait painted by Judy Manthorpe of the Gilbert family at their former home in Potomac Falls. A faux valence has been painted in the master bath reflecting the finely sculpted valences in the master suite.

Upon entering the lower level entertainment area, look for a Kris Smith painting of the Gilbert children. Notice the framed recognition by friends congratulating Jerry when he was promoted to Rear Admiral in the Naval Reserve JAG Corps. Judy Manthrope’s panoramic painting of Potomac Village and the C and O Canal hangs above the fireplace.  Generously sized rooms, striking décor, and creative art will thoroughly delight tour goers.