The Mayodan Project

A home as distinctive as the person who lives there.

Mayodan wasn't about reinventing this home. It was about finally making it feel like it belonged to the person living in it. After a lifetime of collecting stories, traveling, and building a remarkable career, our client wanted a home that reflected who he was today.

The renovation focused on aging in place without making the home feel clinical. Floors were raised to create a continuous, accessible living space, a larger sliding glass door strengthened the connection between indoors and out, and the home was thoughtfully prepared for future smart home integration. Environmentally friendly paints and carefully selected natural materials created a healthier home while preserving its warmth and character.

The interiors reflect a collected Southwestern farmhouse aesthetic, blending restored vintage pieces with custom craftsmanship. A rare 1970s Angel Pazmino leather coffee table was carefully sourced and restored, while the first Vibe Dovetail Ottomans were designed specifically for this project. Handmade from white oak, they serve as side tables, hidden storage, and footrests all in one piece. A custom built-in bench creates additional seating so there's always room for family and friends to gather.

The result is a home that feels collected rather than decorated. Every piece has a purpose, every material was chosen to last, and every design decision supports the way this family will live for years to come.

A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, a wood mantel decorated with framed art and small vases, leather chairs, a colorful Southwestern-style wall hanging, large windows with brown curtains, and wooden flooring.
A cozy living room with a dark patterned rug, blue armchair, wooden table with a glass of red wine and open book, wooden side table with a record player, wall with a colorful woven wall hanging, wall sconce, and brown curtains.
A close-up of a wooden box on a patterned rug in front of a brick fireplace, with leather chairs nearby in a cozy living room.
A woman sitting in a blue armchair holding a glass of red wine, with a wooden coffee table in front of her, a stack of books on the table, a woven basket under a wooden shelf, and a brick fireplace with tools nearby in a cozy living room.
A cozy reading corner featuring a leather armchair, a side table with books, a potted plant on top, a window with wooden trim and brown curtains, a woven basket on the floor, a wall hanging, and a decorative dark wall sconce. Natural light streams in
A brick fireplace with a wooden mantle holding framed artwork, a brass candlestick, and decorative logs. Below the mantle, there's a black metal log holder, a leather armchair, a patterned rug, and a wooden table with books and a plant. To the right,
A cozy living room corner featuring a leather armchair, an open book on a wooden side table, a vintage brick fireplace with a wooden mantle, a patterned wall hanging, and a woven basket on the floor.
Living room with brick fireplace, wooden beams ceiling, large window with brown curtains, and vintage furniture including a leather armchair, blue upholstered chair, and wooden coffee table.

Key Elements

  • Bench: Vibe Custom Design

  • Custom Furniture: Vibe Dovetail Ottoman, Red Oak (Prototype)

  • Lighting: Southwest Ceramic Lighting

  • Furniture: West Elm, Vintage Angel Pazmino Coffee Table, Vintage Restored DeSede Chair

  • Textiles: Vintage

  • Mantel: Rescued Wood Rehab

Project Details

  • Location: Cary, NC

  • Scope: Living Room Design

  • Completion: May 2026

Credits:

  • General Contractor: Elite Kitchens & Bathroom

  • Custom Furniture: Vibe Cabinetry and Design Co

  • Photographer: Carlos Flores Productions

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