Inside, The Oak’s lobby demanded the highest level of precision. To achieve a seamless continuous veining effect on the feature stone wall, the team worked hand-in-hand with the architect, planning every step before using a specialized lift to set massive stone panels with exacting accuracy. The lobby’s signature wooden trees—17 feet tall with 30 intricately crafted branches—also required meticulous coordination, from ceiling blocking layouts to threading structural elements around mechanical and electrical systems.
The Oak Condominium in West Falls Church, Virginia anchors a brand new, ground up, mixed use community.
The setbacks required by zoning became an opportunity to provide large private outdoor living spaces to units overlooking the existing high school. Amenities include a large terrace on the second floor, a gym, and a club room.
Equally striking is the ceramic tile mosaic of fallen leaves that runs across the lobby floor. This element, designed to complement the towering wooden trees, demanded careful craftsmanship. The architect and contractor worked side by side during installation, ensuring the intricate pattern came together as envisioned, all while navigating the tight constraints of a nearly finished lobby and protecting newly laid tile.
