MEDIA & AWARDS

Magazine Features

Modern Luxury

D.C.’s Modern Luxury magazine features Colao & Peter, as well as showcasing our “Best of Modern Luxury 2021” award.

Home & Design Portfolio

Between three design fields, Colao & Peter was chosen in Home & Design’s ‘100 Top Designers’ in the landscape design category, for both the 2018/2019 and the 2020/2021 editions.

Virginia Living

Colao & Peter was recognized in Virginia Living’s feature of “Best Home Experts” in their March 2020 issue.

Modern Luxury

D.C.’s Modern Luxury magazine features Colao & Peter, as well as showcasing our “Best of Modern Luxury 2021” award.

Home & Design Portfolio

Between three design fields, Colao & Peter was chosen in Home & Design’s ‘100 Top Designers’ in the landscape design category, for both the 2018/2019 and the 2020/2021 editions.

Virginia Living

Colao & Peter was recognized in Virginia Living’s feature of “Best Home Experts” in their March 2020 issue.

Modern Luxury

D.C.’s Modern Luxury magazine features Colao & Peter, as well as showcasing our “Best of Modern Luxury 2021” award.

Home & Design Portfolio

Between three design fields, Colao & Peter was chosen in Home & Design’s ‘100 Top Designers’ in the landscape design category, for both the 2018/2019 and the 2020/2021 editions.

Virginia Living

Colao & Peter was recognized in Virginia Living’s feature of “Best Home Experts” in their March 2020 issue.

Modern Luxury

D.C.’s Modern Luxury magazine features Colao & Peter, as well as showcasing our “Best of Modern Luxury 2021” award.

Home & Design Portfolio

Between three design fields, Colao & Peter was chosen in Home & Design’s ‘100 Top Designers’ in the landscape design category, for both the 2018/2019 and the 2020/2021 editions.

Virginia Living

Colao & Peter was recognized in Virginia Living’s feature of “Best Home Experts” in their March 2020 issue.

Landscape Contractors Association Awards

2019

Craftsmanship Grand Award – Shenandoah Retreat
Craftsmanship Grand Award – Modern Farmhouse
Craftsmanship (Design/Build) Grand Award – Great Falls Modern
Craftsmanship (Design/Build) Grand Award – Annapolis Wooded Oasis

2018

Craftsmanship – McLean Modern Tranquility
Craftsmanship – Tennis Court and Pavilion
Craftsmanship (Design/Build) – Alexandria Waterfront Modern
Entranceway Design/Build – Great Falls European Entry

2017

Outdoor Living Area – DC Historic Residence
Craftsmanship (Design/Build) – Alexandria Townhouse
Outdoor Living – Aldie Infinity

2016

Craftsmanship (Design/Build) – Alexandrian Georgian
Craftsmanship (Design/Build) – Great Falls Modern
Craftsmanship (Design/Build) – Alexandria Modern

2013

Outdoor Space – Aldie Residence
Outdoor Space – Oakton Residence

2012

Craftsmanship – Gainsville
Craftsmanship (Design/Build) – McLean Residence
Award logos for LCA MD DC VA 2013, 2017, 2018, and 2019

Alexandria Beautification Award

2018

“All properties are judged on design, sustainability, maintenance, neighborhood context, and use of plant materials, as applicable.” – Alexandria Beautification Commission
Residential Beautification – “Award recognizes homes and residential communities that contribute to the beautification of the City through landscaping and architecture.” – Alexandria Beautification Commission

More Features

Modern Luxury D.C. – “Island Vibes” – June 2019

Groundworks Magazine (Cover) – “McLean Residence” – February 2013

Washington Spaces (Cover) – “Mary Douglas Drysdale: Drawing on Details” – Summer 2007

Washington Spaces (Cover) – “Bath Spaces: Unforgettable Sanctuaries” – Spring 2007

Washington Spaces (Cover) – “Outside Spaces: Inviting patios, porches, and pool sides” – Spring 2007

Washington Spaces (Cover) – “The Sophisticated NSO Showhouse 2005” – Winter 2005

Architectural Digest – “Washington MODERN” – November 2004

Home & Design – “A House in the Woods” – Summer 2004

Stone World – “River rock creates a rustic, elegant lodge” – May 2003

Southern Accent – Nov/Dec 2002

Stone Magazine – “Fireplaces” – September 2002

Home & Design – “Beautiful Custom Stone” – Winter 2002

Awards from LCA, Houzz, Best Washington DC 2021 winner, Best home experts 2021 and Alexandria beautification commission