An unbridled approach to interiors. Color, pattern, and DIY—these are the three tenets of Charlotte Smith’s design ethos. It seemed inevitable that Smith, an early-education guidance counselor with a passion for art history and visual art, would wind up as a beloved interior designer. Her home is a whimsical exploration of color with creativity lurking […]
Q & A We asked the agents of Nest Realty to share their insights, experiences, and opinions on how to expand outdoor spaces to be more inviting, more beautiful, and more fun. How do you bring the inside out? Scroll through these gorgeous images and tell us…how do your own backyard dreams compare to our […]
We recently shared our House Tour: Modern Bungalow, as designed by Ginger Curtis of Urbanology Designs. The once dilapidated gardening shed has been transformed into a serene, quiet, oasis. View the full house tour here. Are you ready to get the look? Browse our shopping guide to find an item that would work well […]
We recently shared our House Tour: Natural Wonder, as designed by Anissa Zajac of House Seven Design. The jaw-dropping home designed incorporates timeless materials, natural elements, and organic textures. View the full house tour here. Are you ready to get the look? Browse our shopping guide to find an item that would work well in your […]
A stunning home designed incorporates timeless materials, natural elements, and organic textures. Anissa Zajac has an uncanny eye for design that people are magnetically drawn to. Her serene and approachable aesthetic resonates and inspires. What started years ago as documenting her passion for designing her own home quickly led to an Instagram following and a […]
The Triangle area is a progressive, dynamic and diverse place to live for the LGBTQ+ community. In particular, Chapel Hill/Carrboro and Durham provide an environment of acceptance, where queer activities are plentiful and the area supports diversity in sexual orientation and gender expression. Chapel Hill and Carrboro boast one of the state’s premier school systems, […]
If you’ve reached that threshold age of 55, or have a partner who has, you may be one of the many considering a move to an “active adult” or 55+ community. Such communities are growing in popularity, as they offer largely one-story living with minimal or no property maintenance, and the opportunity to meet new […]
The history behind the intricacies and designs of the most popular roof types Look up and you’ll see a stunning variety of roof lines, shapes and designs, no matter what age or style of neighborhood you live in. As homeowners and lovers of architecture and home design, our curiosity had finally gotten the best of […]
If you’re buying a house, the number of potential home inspections can be dizzying. There are an ever-increasing number of options, from the traditional home inspection to specialized inspections such as termite, radon, chimney, HVAC, roof, drain line scoping, air quality, septic, well, water quality, and pre-sheetrock inspections for new construction. Here’s a breakdown […]
We are proud to present you with this synopsis of the national, regional, and localized trends that matter most to you, found here in our Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill 2023 Annual Report. From our vantage point as one of the leading firms in the area, the market forces dominating the story in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill real estate […]
