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18 Style
Katelyn Taylor transforms paper into works of floral art.
20 Market
Inspiration runs deep with colorful design releases and product debuts this spring.
25 Design
Taking cues from a litany of blues, Miretta Interiors grants her clients’ wishes.
28 Spotlight
An insider’s guide to the Triangle’s arts scene this spring.
30 Palette
Designer Heather Garrett is crushing on some moody blues.
32 Field Trip
Escape to Kit Kemp's newest hotel in NYC, saturated with color and pattern.
ave you ever introduced a new color into your usual wardrobe and suddenly felt like a new person? Amazing what color can do, right? That’s why it’s easy to devote an entire issue to the transformative power of color.
We also thought it a perfect time to harness that power and transform HD&D. After more than twenty years, it was time for a facelift, and playing with palettes seemed like a fun way to start. We haven’t changed our mission to be Charlotte’s premier publication for aspirational design and on-trend features, we just look even better while doing it. We’ve amplified our upscale voice while remaining steadfast in our passion for discovering the newest and best interior design talent and resources in the Carolinas.
Throwing on a color that you know complements your unique sensibilities never feels like a risk. And we are bathing in that fresh-faced feeling by showcasing some of the most inventive and bold uses of color in design that we could find. From extraordinary paper flowers to Kit Kemp’s newest hotel to all the Triangle homes in between, this issue is saturated—as is our love for this supportive community that continues to surprise and delight.
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ABIGAIL JACKSON
Orchids are some of Taylor's most popular designs, and one of her current favorites to make.
IN SUMMER OF 2020, with a seven-month-old at home and the quarantine stretching on indefinitely, interior and graphic designer Katelyn Taylor was searching for a way to punctuate the monotony. “I was going to lose my mind if I wasn’t making something, putting my energy into something,” recalls Taylor.
Luckily, her shared studio space behind a flower shop provided the much-needed inspiration. “Every day, I went into my workplace surrounded by these amazing, unusual arrangements. They had this way of sculpting flowers in this really asymmetrical, unexpected way that was so refreshing,” says Taylor. Her “aha” moment was twofold: “I’ve always loved fresh flowers. And I can’t keep a plant alive to save my life!” she laughs.
Taylor’s fundamental goal at K. Taylor Creative was to create joy through her art, and this concept fueled her instinct to create paper flowers. “I’m hyper attuned to how ‘home’ makes you feel,” she explains. “I love that these are not anxiety-inducing, and instead offer an opportunity to stop and enjoy the visual moment.” Although Taylor pulls from the natural world, her florals exist outside the limitations of nature, and the possibilities become endless.
Taylor started out making poppies, but also developed daffodils, magnolias, orchids, and anemones. TOP
RIGHT: Melon-hued poppies. BELOW: Katelyn Taylor. "Dining rooms don't always get the best light, so paper orchids are a perfect way to add the drama and color that fresh flowers bring to a centerpiece," she says.
RIGHT: Speckled daffodil.
After four years, her process is honed. “Now I spend four days just doing nothing but dying, painting, and bleaching paper,” she says. “All different kinds of paper— tissue paper, crate paper, card stock. I have materials to pull from that help inspire the piece.”
When it comes to patterns and color, Taylor loves playing with the blue-green spectrum. She feels drawn to chartreuse and teals, but, ultimately, she believes that there are no wrong answers when it comes to mixing and matching patterns and colors. “I can have a pattern that feels really subtle and timeless, and I release it with another that is absolutely absurd. I love playing with colors together more than I love one color in particular,” she says. Her newest collection of striking florals is set to release on her website, ktaylorcreative.com, in the near future.
Contemporary furniture brand Industry West has teamed up with interior designer Nicole Gibbons–led paint company Clare to bring a new line of tables and chairs that celebrates color. Carefully selected Industry West pieces serve as the canvas for Clare’s exquisite color palettes. From elegant dining chairs to sleek tables, each piece has been chosen to complement and highlight the unique color stories curated by Clare. industrywest.com
Renowned botanical designer Françoise Weeks's newest book celebrates the myriad ways to bring the kaleidoscope of nature into your indoor arrangements. Combining and contrasting textures and tones, the pages provide inspiration and ideas for weaving woodland materials into simple and creative designs, including tabletop arrangements, artful centerpieces, and framed botanical pieces to adorn a wall. Stunning imagery inspires you to experience the joy of creating art with what you find. amazon.com
From fashion to florals and design in-between, this season’s sweetest treat is COLOR.Produced by Anne Marie Ashley
Inspired by a particular European eccentricity, Bridget Thompson Studio’s new collection for Western Sensibility blends modern design with an endearing grandmillennial aesthetic, recalling a time in the future where Italian roses are paired with geometric stripes. Colorful fabrics, woven wallcoverings, and bright tablecloths are inspired by the archetype of an Italian grandmother, which from her design perspective “represents tradition and eclecticism” for Thompson, but is reimagined and juxtaposed in a modern interpretation of classic style. westernsensibility.com
Founded by artist and renowned rug historian John Kurtz and run by his daughters since 2004, Tibetan rug design house New Moon has introduced a saturated spring collection full of punchy patterns and edgy designs inspired by nature and twisted by rock and roll. Nine new patterns incorporate artistic components from John Kurtz’s original artwork, which his daughter Erika has riffed on to create rich and vibrant imagery for the fifth wall. newmoonrugs.com
The cure for summertime blues is hues. The new spring and summer collection of tableware from Hudson Grace offers twenty-four brightly colored and saturated linens to choose from, and petal dinnerware that you can mix and match with classic white serveware made in Italy. The quickest way to punch up summer is to set the table. hudsongracesf.com
Each year, Schumacher reaches back into the archives to create a new collection full of reimagined originals that breathes new life into classically loved patterns. This year’s Classic Collection celebrates the Art-Deco style that Schumacher is credited with bringing to the Americas. With an emphasis on delicate floral damasks and exquisite jacquard weaves, our favorite is the Parrots Moderne, consisting of extraordinary texture and a subtle sheen. schumacher.com
Brackish owner and founder Ben Ross never imagined the business he has today when he created bespoke bowties made from turkey feathers for his groomsmen at his wedding in 2007. His unique bowties, earrings, and accessories have been seen on the likes of Bill Murray, Blake Lively, Cam Newton, and Dale Earnhardt Jr., to name a few. The bright colors, bold designs, and one-of-a kind pieces are made with peacock, guinea, and pheasant feathers, and are expressive wonders for designminded ladies and gents. shopquintessentials.com
Designer Zandy Gammons delivers a crisp, clean, colorful delight for an on-the-go family of four.
Zandy Gammons had a clear vision of what her clients wanted before they even broke ground on their new build. “We were able to work with the homeowners from the moment they found this lot; they reached out to Williams Realty & Building and residential designer Carter Skinner first, then we quickly came on board,” Gammons says.
Having already designed a starter home for the couple, Gammons knew their dynamic and lifestyle, and as an active family with two boys, every aspect of this new home was designed with them in mind. Avid entertainers, they opted for a “somewhat open floor plan in the kitchen and family room while keeping a formal dining room and butler’s pantry as a beautiful focal point,” says Gammons.
The designer incorporated different shades and textures of blue, the homeowner’s favorite, throughout, including mixing and pairing complementary blue patterns. “We didn’t want the whole home to feel monotonous,” says Gammons. To accent the color story, each room has subtle pops of greens, yellows, and pinks, but the dining room was the catalyst, with a mural wallpaper by Schumacher that captures every color in the home. “The paneled scene grounds the entire home and pulls it all together,” Gammons says. Custom art adds layers of multicolor accents, and the home’s finishes impart a timeless look that creates a strong backdrop for the colors that surround them.
In the downstairs powder room, Gammons chose a Ferrick Mason wallcovering offset by window treatments and colorful art in the hallway just outside. “We were very conscious of ensuring all colors flowed nicely together while still accomplishing a mix of unexpected patterns to create a totally custom look for the family,” she says. In a departure from the bold hues in many of the home’s
Deviating from the bold colors in other parts of the home, the calming hues and patterns in the owner’s suite offer a soothing respite. Bedding: Pine Cone Hill and Orchids Lux Home. Chandelier: Visual Comfort. Window treatments: Christopher Farr Cloth.
Adjacent to the foyer and easily visible to guests entering the home, the hall was designed to make a splash. Window treatments: Schumacher. Console: Woodbridge. Artwork: ArtSource.
“From the mural wallpaper in the dining room to the powder room drenched in florals, the homeowners splurged in all the right places.”
common rooms, serene colors and patterns reign supreme in the owner’s suite, exuding a soothing vibe.
Fun fabrics and statement pieces create perfect synergy between the family room, kitchen, and breakfast room. Window treatments: Clay. Area Rug: Nashville Rug Gallery. Pillows: Ferrick Mason.
Now, the home feels layered while radiating a clean and crisp aesthetic, and Gammons enjoyed bringing the complete vision to life. “From the mural wallpaper in the dining room to the powder room drenched in florals, the homeowners splurged in all the right places,” she says. “Everything was done intentionally, down to the colors in the accessories,” she says. “There’s longevity in its design.”
CRAVEN ALLEN GALLERY | MAY 25–JUNE 29
Acts of Serenity showcases an entirely new body of work by artist Renzo Ortega. Focusing on approaches to still-life painting and observation, Ortega believes in the power of paintings as historical documents and strives to position his own work within a larger canon. His work harnesses references to art history, music, and his own cultural experiences as an immigrant to the United States from Peru. Opening reception on May 25 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. cravenallengallery.com
This engaging exhibition features the vibrant and thought-provoking work of Chapel Hill artist Ley Killeya, whose paintings comprise bold and bright colors and simplified and abstract depictions of the human form to address questions of identity, belonging, vulnerability, risk, and acceptance, especially for people from marginalized communities. As part of this exhibit, Killeya is debuting her flag paintings. These paintings use abstracted images of hands in various patterns that suggest the flags of different locales. Each piece is titled with a line from the poetry of a local poet, adding layers of meaning and connection to the narrative. Reception and Meet the Artist during Durham’s Third Friday Art Walk on May 17 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. 5pointsgallery.com
5 POINTS GALLERY | MAY 17–JUNE 15
THE CENTERPIECE | THROUGH JUNE 30
Contempo Classic brings a visual contrast of contemporary and traditional architecture, landscape, and interiors to one dynamic exhibit. Representing the modern portion of the show are new paintings from client favorites Brad Robertson and Joshua Smith, supported by David Grieve. Bridging the traditional and contemporary with his palette and technique, the exhibit also features new works from Patrick Lee. Presenting for the traditional offerings, The Centerpiece introduces emerging artist Chad Jacobs, Flora Pinkham debuts new works, and Barbara Pihos and Ron Williams round out the show. Opening reception on June 7 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. thecenterpiece.com
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Farrow & Ball Inchyra Blue and SherwinWilliams Basil
If designer Heather Garrett can't live everyday by candlelight, she chooses moody shades of moonlight.
I COLLABORATED with my studio director of decoration, Melissa McEvoy, on this palette, and we decided nothing inspires like nature; it’s done so since the beginning of time. I love the way nature sparkles in brilliant color during the day and becomes smoky and silvery as light fades. I’ve said before that if I could live all my life by candlelight, I would. I love a sultry color story—whether pale and gentle or rich and saturated. We feel like Sherwin-Williams Basil and Farrow & Ball Inchyra Blue sum up the nighttime glow-up version of this blue-green palette.
1. Hazy Lake Wallpaper Mural / $153 / rebelwalls.com 2. Ombré Velvet Pillow in Basil / to the trade / kevinobrienstudio.com 3. Velvet Faux Bois Pillow in Dusk / to the trade / kevinobrienstudio.com 4. Caden Spot Table / to the trade / vanguardfurniture.com
5. Sculptural Cascading Chandelier, 73.3 / $2,925 / bocci.com 6. Mavis Mirror / to the trade / madegoods.com 7. Pompeii Porcelain Vase / $298 / michelevarian.com 8. Beverly Barstool, Silver with Lilypad Mohair / to the trade / olystudio.com 9. Areto Turkish Area Rug / $3,996 / revivalrugs.com 10. Zuri Stacked Console / to the trade / madegoods.com 11. Tempered Steel Zellige Tile / $31 per square foot / cletile.com
Designer Kit Kemp unveils Firmdale Hotels’ newest addition to the New York collection, redefining the meaning of design-forward.
AMONG THE FAMILIAR silvery steel buildings and red-brick warehouses that dot lower Manhattan’s Tribeca neighborhood stands a bold blue beacon beckoning travelers to experience accommodations in a riot of color.
The Warren Street Hotel’s windowed-front facade is drenched in bright blue and capped with a yellow roof— merely an amuse-bouche to the delights that are inside.
Designed by renowned interior designer and Firmdale Hotels’ founder and creative director Kit Kemp, Warren Street combines instinctive guest comforts with a highly designed yet comfortable feel, and rounds out the experience with specially commissioned art, a modern restaurant, and cozy pockets at every turn.
Each of the hotel’s sixty-nine rooms and suites features Kemp’s interpretation of the city’s nineteenth-century textile roots, swathed from wall to headboard in her own designed fabrics, including her latest collaborations with Christopher Farr Cloth, GP&J Baker, and Spode. The kaleidoscope of colors and patterns play together in a way that never ceases merriment and feels like coming home to a comfy jewel box after a long day walking the city. Luxe bathrooms feature TVs in front of the soaking tubs, ample showers, and even bidets for the European leaning.
The Warren Street Bar & Restaurant is a Technicolor dream in extreme detail, from patterned chairs to the mural wallcoverings and sculpted light fixtures to illuminated handmade ceramic pots in the Orangery.
No ordinary respite in the city, Warren Street satisfies every design lover’s penchant for finding beauty in the everyday, and makes traveling to the bustling city of Manhattan feel like a euphoric oasis
the middle of a concrete jungle. firmdalehotels.com
For a special family getaway, consider adjoining suites, complete with one dedicated entrance to separate rooms, making it feel just a little more like home. Or treat yourself to one of the suites with a private terrace, adorned with a wooden trellis and fairy lights.
in Kemp's range of Tall Trees fine bone china for Spode is used in the restaurant, its fairytale pattern inspired by misty morning walks. The lobby of The Warren Street Hotel abounds with colorful walls, art, and sculptures, including pieces by sculptors Tony Cragg and Wendell Castle.
DESIGNER
LIZ CARROLL TRANSFORMS
A BLANK SLATE INTO A WARM, COLORFUL, PATTERN-INFUSED HOME THAT COMPLEMENTS THE OWNERS’ VIBRANT PERSONALITIES.
Carroll lacquered the family room walls, ceiling, and trim in Benjamin Moore Paris Romance. Sofa: Highland House. Coffee table: Oggetti. Club chair: Hickory Chair.
Carroll framed her clients' sari from India to serve as artwork in the breakfast dining area. Wallcovering: Pierre Frey. Dining chair: Four Hands. Chandelier: Visual Comfort.
iz Carroll’s client never saw the house in person before making an offer. The client entrusted Carroll, a longtime friend, with touring the home, located just outside of Washington, D.C., and giving an honest assessment on whether it was “the one.” “At the time, they were living in London and trying to buy a house in the difficult Washington, D.C., market,” explains Carroll. “We were up against time zones and crazy bidding wars, so her husband and I couldn’t wait for her to get here and see it in person.”
The circa-1911 traditional colonial turned out to be a great choice for the family. The previous homeowners had done extensive renovations to the home, leaving behind a blank canvas for Carroll to work with.
“Updated kitchen, bathrooms, hard goods, and finishes—a complete blank slate with white walls and white trim everywhere,” she explains. “It was a designer’s dream.”
Work commenced almost immediately in preparation for the family’s move back to the US, and there was one overarching request for the home: “My client is in love with color. Like, obsessed with it,” says Carroll, whose calling card is her effortless ability to layer color and pattern in an elevated yet inviting way. “My client has such great personal style. She dresses in fun colors, she’s edgy. That was a major inspiration for me.”
Carroll and her team set to work, Zooming with her clients across the Atlantic during Covid to pull together an aesthetic that complemented their vibrant personalities and their busy family lifestyle. The design team began with the larger public spaces on the ground floor because “they all needed to relate to each other since you can see each of them from the other rooms,” says Carroll. “We wanted to make sure the ground floor had a cohesive feel to it while incorporating a lot of colors.”
Possibly the boldest space in the home, the living room boasts blush-pink lacquered walls, trim, and coffered ceiling. “The ceiling was originally white with wood, and just so blah,” says Carroll. “That lacquered pink transformed the room into a warm, inviting, and vibrant space. Every time my client saw a room like this coming together, she would say, ‘More color. More color.’ So that’s what we did.” The nearby lounge, although a departure from the pink, is also a lesson in color, with top to bottom moody blue on the walls and thick crown molding detail stacked against a black ceiling. A mirrored backsplash with
rainbow barware provides just the right amount of color to an otherwise dramatic and inviting room.
Carroll’s innate knack for taking treasures collected by clients while traveling the world and turning them into unique design elements that pop is on display in the breakfast area. A large, framed sari from India hangs above the table, where abstract floral Pierre Frey wallpaper serves as the backdrop. “The sari is engraved and beaded with all of this amazing detail, and we knew we had to use it somewhere,” says Carroll. “It’s not only a meaningful piece and so unique, but it also brings such great color to the space.”
When the family was finally able to move into the home after years of living abroad, they were thrilled with their decision to push the envelope when it came to color and pattern. “We see a lot of photos of really dramatic, bold rooms on social media or Pinterest, and it’s very inspiring,” says Carroll. “But not many people are willing to take the risk with color like my clients did. It really gave this home such character and really complemented their fun personalities.”
A House of Harris wallpaper in subtle hues creates a relaxing retreat in the owner’s suite. Bedding: Matouk. Nightstands: Chairish. Lighting: Visual Comfort.
ABOVE: The mudroom merges functionality with style with vibrant colors and eyecatching patterns. Wallpaper: Pierre Frey. BELOW: In the downstairs powder room, Carroll covered the walls in a playful print by House of Harris. Paint: Benjamin Moore Royal Flush. Lamp shade: Fermoie.
Vintage cane-back seats covered in a multicolor cut-velvet fabric set the tone for the dining room.
Chairs: Chairish.
Dining table: Made Goods. Chandelier: Visual Comfort.
Carroll infused the predominantly white kitchen with colorful Pierre Frey curtains and counter stools with faux pink leather. Counter stools: Four Hands, covered in Osborne & Little fabric. Lighting: Visual Comfort. OPPOSITE: The closet off the kitchen was originally an arts and crafts storage, but Carroll transformed it into a chic bar for easy entertaining. Wallpaper: Pierre Frey. Cabinetry: Zantzinger.
To inject color into the moody lounge, Carroll added the mirrored bar featuring an array of colorful drinkware.
Paint: Farrow & Ball.
“My client has such great personal style. She dresses in fun colors. She’s edgy. That was a major inspiration for me.”
— LIZ CARROLL
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One of the few neutral-toned areas of the entire home, the white-oak cabinets and extra-wide statement hood prove bold doesn’t always mean colorful. Cabinetry and hood: Custom. Countertops: Calacatta Gold.
Text by Brandy Woods Snow Photography by Anna Routh Barzin Styling by Kendra Surface
Off Grant Avenue, on a dynamic corner lot in a walkable neighborhood, sits a home that looks like it’s been plucked from the pages of a Parisienne magazine.
Aptly nicknamed “The Frenchie” by designers Robert MacNeill and Brittany Roux of Roux MacNeill Studio, this home’s elegant French-inspired exterior unfolds into a bold interior that beautifully layers elements of saturated color, impactful wallpaper, touches of glam, and French finesse. Working in conjunction with architect Tony Frazier, Tripp Loyd of Loyd Builders, and Realtor Van Fletcher, Roux MacNeill created the perfect home for
Sammy and Andra Kinlaw’s fun-loving family who wanted a place to gather with family and friends.
The Kinlaws, who had worked with Roux MacNeill on a prior home, started their design journey with them in mind. “Their knowledge of design pushed our boundaries, and with the rest of the team, they made the entire process of building and designing our home a joy,” Sammy Kinlaw says.
“We were onboarded before the digging even began on this home, so we had a lot of influence and participation in all elements of the design,” says MacNeill. “We collaborated closely with the architect on the exterior selections, from the shutter paint color to the doors and knobs to the light fixtures, to achieve that French-inspired vibe.”
MacNeill found the oversized antique doorknob, featured on the custom front door, in a Paris flea market and had it shipped back for the project. Blue-gray shutters, a gas lantern with mustache detail, and a custom-designed wrought-iron gate with light are unique features that echo the theme. A brick chimney topper, designed by Frazier, adds to the curb appeal.
The French influence doesn’t stop there but weaves throughout the home’s interior, imparting flourishes of a sophisticated bistro, seen in the recurring black-andwhite motif of the laundry room’s hex-patterned flooring, the scullery’s checkerboard tile, and the patio furniture. The repetitious use of X-shapes, circles, and arches— evident in the guest house cabinetry, the home’s front door, the custom staircase, and multiple arched doorways throughout—pull on the influence of French garden design. The breakfast nook features a wrought-iron table flanked by bistro chairs procured at the Paris Flea Market.
In addition to sophisticated glam elements, the comprehensive design also centers around the use of a saturated color palette and statement-making wallpapers to truly create a wow factor. From the Gucci Heron print in the dining room to the Jim Thompson Wedding Parade in the owner’s bedroom’s vestibule to the Cole & Son Flamingo in the pool-house bath, the wallpapers featured in the home offer maximum impact with a colorful, energetic statement. Vivid paints, such as Sherwin-Williams Blue Peacock in the office and breakfast nook and the high-gloss navy lacquer in the son’s bathroom, impart a richness that complements the plethora of wallpapers. Brass fixtures and finishes along with unique elements, such as custom fabricated metal-and-glass shelves and an arched marble shower surround, make the home truly special. “The family eagerly embraced impactful wallpaper moments and bold colors,” Roux says. “They were not afraid to be daring. For them, it was truly the bolder, the better.”
The Kinlaws are thrilled with their classic home, brought to life with a bold use of bright paints, unique wallpapers, and statement accessories, and believe it will stand the test of time. “We were not looking for subtle; we are literally living in color every day,” Kinlaw says. “The house is curated, striking, and comfortable. Every time I walk in the door to our home, I feel thankful.”
Dramatic checkerboard marble floors and vintage artwork prove even the most functional spaces can make dramatic statements. Cabinetry paint: Benjamin Moore Wrought Iron.
Repeating patterns on wallpaper and textiles creates cohesion between the owner’s suite and the vestibule. Wallpaper and fabric: Jim Thompson. Bed: Century Furniture. Bench: Le Touches by Brunschwig & Fils.
Saturated colors and gold finishes make this home office anything but boring. Wallpaper: Emma J Shipley. Paint: SherwinWilliams Blue Peacock.
Custom glass shelves with an antique mirror backsplash, chairs sourced from the Paris Flea Market, and a saturated blue color palette makes this kitchen nook/bar feel simultaneously modern luxe and OldWorld bijou. Shelving: Hammerhead.
Table: Century Furniture. Paint: Sherwin-Williams Blue Peacock.
A set of three statement étagerès and the creative reuse of two side tables joined as a sideboard add character and function to this family living space. Étagerès: Highland House. Artwork: Natural Curiosities.
LONGTIME HOMEOWNERS ENLIST DESIGNER MAGGIE DILLON TO TRANSFUSE COLOR INTO THEIR COUNTRY CLUB HILLS HOME.
Meant as a multi-use space for all ages, the playroom doubles as a mudroom, and is especially popular with the grandkids for crafting, reading, and playing. Sofa: Highland House. Side tables: Anthropologie. Rug: Stark. Paint: Farrow & Ball Calke Green. Stool: Coley Home. Hardware: Rejuvenation. Artwork: Frank Phillips.
The colorful living room is a masterful mix of patterns and color, centered around a pink mural wallpaper that lines the walls. Rug: Stark. Slipper chair fabric: Ian Sanderson. Wallpaper: Kit Kemp x Andrew Martin, Mythical Land.
When the homeowners purchased the home from the husband’s parents in 1992, it was already more than thirty years old. Another thirty years and a few kitchen renovations later, when designer Maggie Dillon entered the picture, the time was right for a major owner’s bedroom and bath update. The goal was to make it appear as if the addition was always part of the home.
“Over the years, the homeowners had experimented with lots of color in design, and during her last iteration, she counterbalanced with neutrals throughout,” explains Dillon. “When my client came to me, she was ready for color again.”
Dillon worked with the couple on a vision that maintained the integrity of the original structure by keeping things clean and simple to match the existing exterior while adding traditional and warm interior design elements like unlacquered brass and Calacatta gold marble. “This house was well-loved but desperately needed an update,” says Dillon. “These clients had a large collection of sentimental heirloom pieces, so we reused what we could and brought new life to each space through new paint, unlikely pairings, and reupholstery.”
Never one to hold back from color, Dillon was thrilled when her client agreed to punchy tones and fabrics. “There was a traditional, beige undertone to the design before we started, so it was fun to introduce a whole heap of new colors,” she adds. The most challenging part, however, wasn’t the color-matching or pattern play, but instead matching the exterior paint on the addition. “We wanted the existing house and addition to flow seamlessly, and with a whitewash brick home, getting the perfect mix of ‘aged’ without looking overdone was tricky. I think we nailed it, though.”
While Dillon loves playing with color and uses it fearlessly, she also recognizes a limit. “There will always be textile colors, scales, and motifs that we can use to complement, but scale will always be an important thing to keep in mind,” she says. “The living room is a great example—the palette is unbeatable, and when you can strike the right balance, it feels like everything else just falls into place.”
Dubbed the “tub room,” Dillon describes it as the most calming room in the house, meant to invite the homeowners to stay and soak a while. Tub: Americh. Wallpaper: Ottoline. Chandelier: Urban Electric. Faucet: Newport Brass.
Dillon calls the owner’s bedroom a “comfortable and relaxing green and blue oasis,” a place for the clients to fully retreat. Side tables: Antique.
Curtains:
Ferrick Mason. Rug: Stark. Wallpaper: Studio Zen. Artwork: From Meyer Vogl Gallery.
Rich hues and layered antiques bring warmth to this family room. Artwork: Brian Hibbard, ArtSource. Flowers: Kelly Odom.
Antique chair fabric: Fortuny, Sevres.
Dillon went more traditional in the dining room, with silk-lined walls and a classic palette of blues, reds, and browns. Walls: Schumacher. Drapery fabric: Jim Thompson. Chairs: Antique, covered in Schumacher performance velvet in Cadet.
Utilitarian and luxurious, kitchens and baths epitomize the harmony of function and aesthetics. In the kitchen, each utensil has its place, and culinary creation unfolds amidst gleaming countertops and the soft glow of pendant lights. Baths offer sanctuaries of relaxation, where warm water cascades, tiles glisten, and sleek fixtures add a touch of modernity. These spaces become the heart of the home, as daily rituals are elevated into moments of sublime beauty and serenity. On the following pages, practicality meets elegance as we showcase companies who set the bar for extraordinary kitchen and bath design.
TEWDESIGNSTUDIO.COM | @ tewdesignstudio
Enjoy working with a diverse interior design team whose talents and experiences unite to form an exciting multicultural approach. Founded by Rima Nasser on the principle that design should be fun and daring, TEW Design Studio creates uplifting spaces that are visually inspiring and easy to live and work in.
The team enjoys working with families who crave approachable design, with a fresh approach to remodeling that enables homeowners to personalize their most treasured spaces. TEW Design Studio is the only North Carolina interior design firm recognized nationally with four Master Design Awards for kitchen and bath remodeling excellence.
On Delancey Place is renowned for its expertise in designing kitchens, baths, and entire homes, rejuvenating outdated spaces with fresh perspectives. Our custom cabinetry, crafted like fine furniture, offers tailored solutions and enduring quality. Working closely with homeowners and builders, our distinctive approach celebrates the individuality of each home and emb odies the essence and needs of those who inhabit it. Through our signature process and meticulously crafted drawings, we ensure a seamless journey from conceptualization to realization.
Soon to celebrate twenty years in Raleigh, CEO Sunny Surana says, “Our long history in the natural stone industry has given us the chance to expand our relationships with quarries around the world so we can bring top-quality stones to our customers who are building and remodeling homes. We opened offices in Brazil and India to give us an edge in bringing the very best stones back to our North Carolina customers.” Those high-quality products include exotic stones, which are hard to find but make homeowners’ countertops shine as one-of-a-kind designs.
This highly curated collection of stones in a shoppable showroom makes CRS unique in the industry. With investments in LED and natural lighting throughout the warehouse/showroom and a crane system that effortlessly moves slabs for side-by-side comparison, CRS provides the ultimate in stone selection and the consummate customer experience.
R. Jacobs Fine Plumbing & Hardware is one of Raleigh’s greatest gems in the heart of North Carolina’s capital city. R. Jacobs Fine Plumbing & Hardware prides itself on customer service and building relationships. Our team is proud to work with some of the best builders and designers in the area. Our specialties include bath and kitchen fixtures, tubs, sinks, toilets, cabinet and door hardware, and everything in between.
One of our latest additions is Ashley Norton Architectural Hardware. Ashley Norton has a wide range of designer door and cabinet hardware, as well as home accessories, in unique brass and bronze finishes. Our showroom is one of a kind. We encourage you to come by, meet our staff, and see for yourself!
Since 1999, Wood Wise has provided both design and construction services, offering clients a streamlined approach to making improvements to their homes. Developing the ideal design for each homeowner’s needs is the starting point. From start to finish, every homeowner has a designer and project manager working closely with them. Our exceptional team, including our carpenters, receive five-star reviews routinely. Working with people you like makes all the difference. With over six-hundred renovations completed in the Triangle, our process is fine-tuned, making it less stressful and more enjoyable than you can imagine.
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North Carolina’s eco-friendly natural stone showroom illuminates the beauty of Mother Nature in homebuilding projects. ROCKin’teriors is the region’s only woman-owned natural stone fabricator with the area’s highest standards in sustainability, accredited by The Natural Stone Institute. Benefit from exceptional workmanship and friendly, white-glove service. ROCKin’teriors specializes in hard-tofind quartzite as well as semi-precious and luxury marbles, and is the area’s first certified fabricator of sintered stone. The team takes pride in working seamlessly with builders, architects, and interior designers to bring custom ideas to life. Reward yourself with a visit to North Carolina’s greenest stone workshop for selections not found elsewhere.
At Kitchen & Bath Galleries, we specialize in crafting kitchen and bathroom remodels that seamlessly blend style with functionality. Our expert team is dedicated to delivering tailored solutions and offering a large range of semi-custom and custom cabinetry options to suit your unique taste. From classic elegance to contemporary flair, our designs transcend trends, ensuring lasting beauty and functionality in your home. Complemented by our curated selection of premium appliances, every aspect of your remodel is meticulously considered to achieve a harmonious balance between timeless sophistication and modern innovation. Trust Kitchen & Bath Galleries to transform your space with unparalleled craftsmanship and attention to detail, creating a design that stands the test of time while meeting the demands of modern living.
French Bleue helps homeowners incorporate French flair into their lifestyles and homes.
ENTREPRENEUR Libby Padula is on a mission to bring the warmth of French antique furniture and the elegance of French culinary delights and lifestyle to the Triangle. She opened specialty housewares boutique French Bleue in downtown Apex last November to provide a diverse inventory of antique European furniture, linens, tableware, and lifestyle products such as gourmet foods and candles originating from France.
“I show homeowners how to blend various period pieces with modern furniture and accessories in a way that is livable,” Padula says. “Adding one-of-a-kind antiques to a home ensures it feels layered with history and warmth while still being fresh and modern. It’s all about the right mix.”
Padula stocks the French Bleue store with antiquities sourced from showrooms in the southern French countryside where she travels on regular buying trips, with an occasional foray into Italy to shop the local antique fairs. Her finds include pieces with a story and a history, and she enjoys sharing that information with homeowners.
“Looking into a 1600s-era mirror, I can’t help but think of all the people who have also looked into it and what was going on around them,” she says.
Later in the year, French Bleue plans to expand by opening a Parisian-style café at the front of the store. The menu will include imported French cheese, freshly baked baguettes, and other cuisine in a bistro-like atmosphere with tables and chairs that spill onto the sidewalk in true French fashion.
“French Bleue is nestled into a corner of the Highline Building in the heart of downtown Apex across from the fire station,” Padula says. “The location encourages gathering and is the perfect place to bring the community together.”
Stay tuned for French Bleue’s organized trips to France, where participants will have the opportunity to shop from the same sources as Padula and learn about the French culture from a local’s perspective.
While Padula works with homeowners to help them blend the old and new into their interior design, she also is launching a trade program that will allow designers to supply their clients with the unique antiques and accessories she brings home from her European buying trips.
“I’m most interested in creating a comfortable and peaceful shopping experience, where shoppers can see the possibilities of blending one special antique piece into their existing homes,” Padula says. “Our goal is to bring a small touch of French culture into everyone’s lifestyle.”
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Our goal is to bring a small touch of French culture into everyone’s lifestyle.
COVIS helps thousands of homeowners transform their lawns into magnificent gathering spaces for friends and family.
COVIS helps homeowners enrich their lives by maximizing their backyard.
Text by Lee Rhodes
THE 1950S jumpstarted the suburban backyard. After World War II, homeownership skyrocketed and Americans looked for ways to extend the comforts of their home to the outdoor “room” known as the backyard. Fast forward to current day, and it’s a sweet moment for those looking to embrace the outdoor lifestyle, as the potential for what you can do with your outdoor space is boundless. An added bonus? Transforming your backyard into the ultimate gathering site can significantly increase the value of your home.
Chris Simpson and Marc Genest, co-owners of COVISRaleigh, Inc., have more than forty years of combined experience in the construction industry, so they know a thing or two about elevating both interior and exterior spaces. Although their expertise is focused on Creating Outdoor Visions in Stone (COVIS), they do much more. COVIS is a licensed general contractor that can also build pergolas, pavilions, pool houses, and even sunrooms, providing unique spaces to make lifelong memories with family, friends, and neighbors.
For the uninitiated, hardscapes are essentially outdoor rooms, and COVIS offers a range of hardscape solutions, from high-quality outdoor kitchens, grill islands, and fireplaces to custom paver patios, stone walkways, and pool decking. A backyard pool often sets the tone for the surrounding hardscape, and COVIS can harmoniously integrate hardscape around the pool to give you additional usable outdoor space by creating multiple seating areas, free-flowing outdoor patios, or even a stone fireplace emitting both warmth and ambience for those cool evenings spent entertaining and engaging in conversation.
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a long-term homeowner looking to upgrade, COVIS can help you expand your living area beyond the confines of your home. Every project is individualized based on size, slope, materials, and, of course, the customer’s priorities. The COVIS team
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enjoys helping customers make a plan, determine a budget, choose materials, and prepare for installation.
While some projects can be complex because of grade issues, there’s nothing COVIS can’t handle. They are experts at building retaining walls, leveling lawns, creating changes in levels to add interest, and contending with the hilly nature of certain yards and turning that into an advantage—all while ensuring everything looks natural and integrated into the environment.
On that note, the company favors natural stone materials, which are more durable. Also, the inherent beauty of natural stone adds elegance and a timeless quality that further enhances your home’s property value. “We get stone out of the earth, so the color is made by God,” says Chris. “It won’t change.”
COVIS also helps with outdoor lighting to illuminate that natural stone, whether it’s in the form of strategic accent lighting, landscape lighting along stone walkways, or lights filtering down from the trees. With lights shimmering all over the backyard, your paradise is complete.
“The beautiful part is having that final meeting, and the wife is teared up and the husband is pleased and they’re really happy about what we’ve helped them accomplish,” concludes Chris.
KJ Construction builds a luxury French-country charmer of a home, customized for its new owners.
LUXURY CUSTOM builder Steven Kjellberg of KJ Construction now calls Jill and Raymond Parker close friends. They are former clients for whom he built a French-country home in Avalaire. It’s not an unusual situation for Kjellberg. “When I finish building a home for someone, it’s my intent to sit down and hang out with them,” he says. It’s this type of intimate involvement with his projects that has clients raving. “We are a boots-on-the-ground company. We only build four or five custom homes and take on several high-end renovations each year, which allows me to be in the field addressing any issues before they become problems,” he adds.
“Steven builds an unbelievable home,” Jill Parker says. “All of his homes look very different because he captures what each homeowner specifically wants.”
Parker asked KJ Construction to replicate some of her previous home’s traditional European style, so they added French-country flair through reclaimed rough-sawn wooden ceiling beams, patinaed iron handrails, exterior iron brackets, a limewashed exterior, and cantilevered balconies. But despite its traditional leanings, the classical home is equipped with modern details, according to Parker.
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Her favorite room is the kitchen. “I don’t like a huge center island,” she says. “KJ Construction built the kitchen around my existing kitchen table as the centerpiece. I want people sitting around the table while I’m cooking. That room, and the entire home, is so warm and inviting. That’s exactly how I wanted it to feel.”
KJ Construction further customized the kitchen by adjusting the cabinetry height to best work for Parker’s petite frame and adding a triple bank of windows overlooking the pool so she always has a water view when working at the sink. A doublesided fireplace serves both the kitchen and the family room.
The French-country charm flows throughout the rest of the home, which is designed exactly the way the couple requested. “We wanted an upstairs bedroom and asked for an iron balcony off of it that is visible to those driving up to our home,” Parker says. “The dining room, which we use regularly, ended up being light and airy with the eclectic look we love. KJ designed the room around the dining furniture I’ve had since I was twenty-five years old.”
When homes are complete, Kjellberg continues to stay in contact with his clients. “We had some trouble with the wine-room refrigeration four years later, and Steven came out and fixed the issue himself,” Parker says. “We feel totally blessed that he built our house.”
BRIDES TODAY must make a lot of decisions. Make some of them easier by scheduling a day date with your fiancé at Home for Entertaining to begin your registry. Curating a wish list of gifts is not only fun, but it makes the gift-giving experience easier for your guests as well. Most importantly, your registry items can make your new house a home
If you’re a parent or grandparent of the bride or groom, you likely know the benefit of registering and can help inspire the tradition. Registries have evolved over the years, but that doesn’t mean the basics shouldn’t be considered, or that china and crystal are things of the past. Just the opposite, in fact. Starting with the classics, such as a quality set of tableware, is an excellent first step in setting up your home. Tableware can serve as the foundational piece that will bring beauty to your space and give you the focus around which to add other home entertaining items.
At Home for Entertaining, you will find one-of-a-kind dinnerware pieces made by skilled artisans. There are beautiful and durable options for everyday use and for special occasions. A general rule of thumb is to start with eight to twelve place settings— including flatware, drinkware, and table linens—and add to your collections over time, slowly incorporating specialty pieces and entertaining options.
Creating a more eclectic registry that includes specialty items not only allows you to get creative but also makes room for gifts that might appeal to your varied guests. After all, your college friends may want to gift you something different from your grandmother. And in terms of entertaining, whether your preference is to host large dinner parties or more intimate gatherings, you’ll undoubtedly want to have items that are worthy of the occasion and of you and your fiancé.
On that note, your bridal registry should reflect your distinctive style. Whether you know exactly what you like or the myriad choices leave you a bit uncertain, we’re here to help. If you’re the mother-of-the-bride (or groom!) or the future mother-in-law, come in with your daughter and/or son to find inspiration, browse through our collections, and
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chat with our team. If shopping online is more your cup of tea, head to our website to begin your online registry, or do a combination of both. And don’t think registering is limited to engaged couples; we can work with you on a registry for any celebratory occasion.
Located in the heart of vibrant downtown Cary, Home for Entertaining is a family-owned business that grew out of our love for collecting pieces with interesting stories. Southern Studio, our sister company and interior design firm that has been beautifying clients’ homes for two decades, shares our space. There’s also a retail boutique, an outdoor entertaining patio, and rental space for hosting intimate gatherings, including bridal showers and other events. How apropos!
WHEN LUXURY homebuilder Rod Mangrum of Sundance Signature Homes needed furniture and accessories for the interior of a rustic-modern home his team built for the Parade of Homes, he turned to Furnish and our experienced interior designers to add the right pieces to showcase the home’s Aspen-meets-Carolina vibe.
Mangrum’s description of the home was “warm and comforting but with a modern twist, like a Colorado mountain home with a bit of Carolina’s traditional feel.” He wanted a softened, modern effect using furnishings that were in sync with the home’s architectural style.
Our team of designers immediately got to work, with just one month to furnish the living room, dining room, primary bedroom, home office, and bonus room. Blueprints and room measurements in hand, we visited the home to get a sense of its style and color palette. Within two days, we proposed selections for the five rooms to Mangrum, who was very happy with our modern, clean-lined direction.
Knowing that we didn’t have the long lead time required by custom manufacturers, we sourced furnishings through some of our American manufacturers who have excellent quick-ship programs, such as North Carolina–based Younger Furniture, where we chose fabrics and customized sectionals for the living room and bonus room.
We scaled appropriately for each space and received the pieces in ten business days! We leaned on some of
our other longstanding vendor relationships to source accent chairs, tables, lamps, bedroom furniture, and textiles. Within three weeks, everything arrived. From there, my delivery team and I installed furnishings throughout the entire home one day before the deadline.
This project is a testament to Furnish’s ability to act quickly and creatively. While it’s always best to plan ahead and order perfectly sized custom furniture for your home, we can help you in a pinch if needed.
As Mangrum told us, “The result was amazing. Most retailers could not turn a project around this fast and still offer custom, elevated furniture that was not pulled off of the showroom floor. The Furnish team let the house dictate the design and customized the furniture around the house. Everything was custom-tailored for our style and the size of our rooms, which is unheard of in such a tight time frame.”
We are happy to report that Sundance Signature Homes received top honors, with perfect scores in two Parade of Homes shows! And while this was a unique project for Furnish, we help homeowners outfit their homes all the time with complimentary design services and furnishings curated by our professional interior designers on staff. Bring us your photos or invite us into your home, and we will select the furnishings that complement your home’s architectural style and perform best for the way your family lives.
“The Furnish team let the house dictate the design and customized the furniture around the house.”
—Rod Mangrum
AS TEMPTING as it may be to stroll the aisles of your local nursery, choose plants that appeal to you, and add them to your yard, it’s not the best way to create a cohesive landscape design. It’s helpful to select a theme, such as oriental, traditional Southern, modern, or eclectic, to narrow the tree and shrub choices. The plants that work within the theme and thrive in our area become obvious. It’s an intuitive way to impart a harmonious look to the landscape.
An oriental-inspired garden produces serenity and harmony, with a natural flow that moves the eye along the space. Japanese maple, Yoshino cherry tree, camellia, and select species of bamboo that are appropriately confined and controlled are some mid-height options. Shorter plants that enhance this theme include mondo grass, ornamental grasses, Japanese boxwood, hosta,
“It’s helpful to select a theme to narrow the tree and shrub choices.”
hydrangea, and juniper. This is the perfect landscape to work in a small dose of garden art, such as a water feature, or a natural element like stones.
A modern landscape includes plants with angular lines, like weeping blue cedar, loblolly pine, Japanese holly, Japanese maple, and needle palm. This landscaping plan is ripe for low-growing specimens with architectural angles, including feathery perennial grass, lavender, and lowgrowing creeping thyme, sedum, and mondo grass.
A traditional Southern estate should include wellestablished cultivars that were around over a hundred years ago, like azalea, camellia, climbing rose, Carolina jessamine, gardenia, hibiscus, holly, Japanese yew, English boxwood, and rhododendron. Understory trees like dogwood look fantastic integrated into this landscape theme, as do larger trees like magnolia. It’s also seamless to use loquat, fig, windmill, and needle palms in this design scheme. Working together, these plants express a “been there all along” vibe that is appropriate for Southern estate-size lots.
If you’re a fan of eclectic interior design, you may very well love an eclectic landscape plan, which is a pleasing mix of a range of styles. My best advice is to work with a local landscaping professional to effectively mix the plants and colors that will provide an attractive look. The goal of any landscaping plan is twofold: to enhance the beauty of your home and to provide a pleasing ambiance that you personally enjoy. Choosing a specific landscaping theme streamlines the process to achieve these goals.
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TO SAY DESIGNER Jamie Meares is excited for warmer weather is a bit of an understatement. The chief creative officer of homewares line Furbish has been in Colorado all winter, “so I’m craving spring in the South,” says the mom of one. “I just love how green everything is, all of the flowers and trees that are blooming. I’m really concentrating my design efforts right now on helping my family and my clients enjoy their yards!” When Meares isn’t crisscrossing the US or heading up the launch of her new homeware lines (coming soon), you can find her brunching with her partner and friends at Capital Club 16 or enjoying a cocktail alfresco at the Longleaf Hotel. “Just being outside right now is pretty magical,” she says. Here’s what Meares is loving these days.
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