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“It’s somewhere you’re free to feel happy and calm but also inspired and rejuvenated.
“This layout creates opportunities not only for family connectivity but also for getting away,” says William.
Referencing the delft tiles often found in historic homes, she wrapped the great room fireplace in blue-and-white scenes from Renaissance Tile & Bath to ground the modern look.Credit: PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREY W. GLENN; STYLING BY KENDRA SURFACE
She upholstered the chairs inSchumacher’s Floreana fabric in Berryand then used the same textile for thewindow treatments.
“It goes both ways.”
William notes thattransom windowsover the doors stretch the views from floor to ceiling, adding to the alfresco vibes.
Dawn Nakamura Interiors’ coastal take on millwork references the house’s location without veering into kitsch.Credit: PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREY W. GLENN; STYLING BY KENDRA SURFACE
“So we used as much glass as possible to flood the interior with sun.”
“Moving it upstairs to capture those views became really important.”
Charlotte kept the focus on the water, too, orienting the four-poster bed fromReid Classicstoward the private porch.
To play up the classic treillage, crafted by Fuller Architectural Panels in Raleigh, she painted the ceiling in one shade and finish (Sherwin-Williams’ Barely Pear, SW 9666, in High Gloss) and the trellis in another shade and finish (Sherwin-Williams’ White Snow, SW 9541, in Satin).
The primary bedroom vanity serves as a sophisticated place to prepare for the day.
“I stick to a few rules of thumb for mixing patterns,” she says.
On the other wall, a pillow-happy sofa finds its complement in a livelyEleanor Scott Davis Fine Artpainting.
“It’s such a classic pattern,” she says.
More than an aesthetically pleasing sanctuary, a first-floor suite is also a practical move, notes William.
“This element can make the home effective for multigenerational living,” he says.
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For the screened outdoor living room, Charlotte leaned into tried-and-true details.
“It feels like the epitome of a Southern porch with all the wicker,” she says.
TheSummer Classics Home SohoWoven Lounge Chairs and Sofas are ideal for this fireside space.
“It’s like something that would be on a sailboat or yacht.”
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Artificial turf covers the courtyard.
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Six nooks and crannies are designed to offer a little extra breathing room.
Antique furnishings, such as the table by the window, root the wide-open space in timeless style without taking away from the view. “It’s all about sophistication and serenity in this room,” the designer says.
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To match the ebullience of the wallpaper, the designer cloaked the stately Reid Classics four-poster twin beds in a zippy shade of green (Sherwin-Williams’ Olivetone, SW 9670). Having a pair of beds offers flexibility for hosting guests.
An Oomph vanity in a bright custom yellow adds personality to the downstairs guest bath.
Pampas Grass Wreath: FairmileHomeDecor/Etsy.Credit: PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREY W. GLENN; STYLING BY KENDRA SURFACE
Credit: PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREY W. GLENN; STYLING BY KENDRA SURFACE
Lounge chairs by Summer Classics Home foster comfy conversation.Credit: PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREY W. GLENN; STYLING BY KENDRA SURFACE
Walls covered in Sunbrella’s Detail Linen and a desk enveloped in Sunbrella’s Pique Midnight soften the upstairs coffee bar and reading bay.
Glassware and mugs from the Southern Living Collection Exclusively at Dillard’s make this spot a gem. Hide out here for a sip of rosé and a bite of Kerrygold cheese.
Natural light and garden hues spill into the backyard getaway through the Marvin Skycove, which serves as a cushy window seat for journaling or napping.
Your guests will likely visit the restroom, so invest in the details, says Charlotte. She updated the retrofitted vintage wicker vanity with a coat of paint.
A suite above the garage offers guests a little privacy—and a dose of Americana—with hand-painted stenciling on the walls and a sunny Schumacher floral fabric.
Even the most hardworking corner of the house feels like a mini getaway, thanks to the Alexa-activated GE Profile Sapphire Blue washer and dryer.
Credit: Photographer: Laurey W. Glenn, Styling: Kendra Surface
The garage features Clopay Canyon Ridge Louver insulated doors that deliver nautical vibes with a coat of Sherwin-Williams’ Charcoal Blue (SW 2739).Credit: PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREY W. GLENN; STYLING BY KENDRA SURFACE
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Kendra Surface
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Kendra Surface
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Kendra Surface
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Kendra Surface
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Kendra Surface
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Kendra Surface
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Kendra Surface
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Kendra Surface
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Kendra Surface
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Kendra Surface
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Kendra Surface
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Kendra Surface
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Kendra Surface
