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“What draws home buyers to downtown is the easy access to retail, food, nightlife and the short commute for those who work downtown.” – George Patrick, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Delightful downtown Homebuyers flock to Raleigh’s vibrant epicenter - story on page 4
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hen we launched Home|Design in The Charlotte Observer almost 5 years ago, we envisioned a publication that celebrates the unique flare of Charlotte real estate. We wanted to give readers the latest design trends, connect them with local agents and designers and showcase the distinctive personalities that comprise the Queen City’s many neighborhoods. At that time, real estate was still in recovery mode following the recession. Now, the local market appears stronger than ever, and we’ve had the excitement of watching that growth. New construction, which used to be at a stalemate, is now booming. Some neighborhoods are so popular that houses listed in the right condition at the right price are snatched up almost immediately—and spark bidding wars. Older houses are being renovated with a care to preserve historic charm (with modern convenience, of course). Inner city neighborhoods are seeing a resurgence as popular areas fill and demand expands outward. I’ve been with Home|Design since its inception—first as a writer, now as editor—and it’s been an adventure to explore the inner workings of Charlotte, meeting its devilishly talented designers and hard-working, street-pounding real estate agents. Today, I’m thrilled to expand that adventure to The Triangle. You’ll find us here each week in The News & Observer, where you can expect to connect on a deeper level with your own city. Meet your designers. Choose your agents. Find the area that embodies your lifestyle and goals—this week, we explore downtown Raleigh. Gather tips on selling your home, buying a new one or designing the one you have. Doggy ear these pages to pass along to family and friends (and yes, you can find us online. Go to issuu.com/trianglehomedesign). And if you have story ideas or specific neighborhoods you’d like us to cover, let us know. Also, this page is normally dedicated to highlighting the latest in real estate, design and construction—so if you’ve got news, shoot it our way. Here’s to celebrating the wonder of our own stomping grounds. The world may be our oyster, but this city is our home.
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|living in downtown raleigh
Delightful downtown Homebuyers flock to Raleigh’s vibrant epicenter by Lisa Daniels
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aleigh’s heartbeat radiates from its core—downtown. Despite its relatively small size—only 1.18 square miles—it is Raleigh’s hub of culture, history, government and creativity. Comprised of five districts, downtown Raleigh is a vibrant, evolving place to live, work and play. With Raleigh being a capital city, its downtown is the epicenter of city, county, state and federal government. Predominantly located in the Capital District, government offices are one of downtown’s largest employers. It is also home to the beautiful executive mansion, where N.C.’s governor resides, and the state capitol building—both on the National Register of Historic Places. The Capital District also hosts two of downtown’s many wonderful museums— the N.C. History Museum and the N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences. The latter has been ranked as both the top visited attraction in North Carolina and one of the top 10 science museums in America. And there is no want for entertain-
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ment in the Fayetteville Street District with events at the Red Hat Amphitheater, Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts, Carolina Ballet, N.C. Symphony, Raleigh Convention Center and City Plaza, which bustles with outdoor festivals, events and demonstrations year round. Downtown is also known for its trendy and eclectic shopping, dining and nightlife. Moore Square, Glenwood South and the Warehouse districts are filled with art galleries, unique independent shops, cutting-edge restaurants and lively bars and breweries. “Downtown is still going at 2 a.m. on most weekend nights, if not most nights, giving it the feel of a big city downtown” says George Patrick who specializes in luxury properties with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. The variety of restaurants in downtown make it a dining destination not only for locals, but for foodies everywhere. Find culinary fare from around the globe, including everything from street food to the creations of James Beard-nominated chefs.
With so much to offer, it’s not surprising that downtown Raleigh has become a much sought-after destination for home buyers. Residences range from multifamily units and high-rise condos to single-family homes. New ultra-modern properties sit next to charming, historic bungalows. The increased demand for living space has resulted in the construction of several new multi-unit developments—and is also driving housing prices up. “It’s next to impossible now to find a singlefamily home larger than 1,000 square feet for under $300,000 in downtown,” says Jill Flink with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices YSU. Flink has watched downtown transform over the past decade into an active residential area for both singles and families. “It’s not uncommon to see people out after dark pushing strollers and walking dogs, which wouldn’t have been the case a few years ago,” she says. Patrick says downtown properties typically sell in less than 30 days, and he
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expects the strong market to continue. “What draws home buyers to downtown is the easy access to retail, food, nightlife, and the short commute for those who work downtown,” he says. With tech companies like Citrix, Red Hat and Pendo calling downtown Raleigh home, many young professionals are moving to live within walking distance of their offices. Getting around downtown is also becoming easier. In addition to walking and biking, Bird and Lime Scooters and the free hybrid electric R-Line bus allow those living and working downtown to get from place to place without ever having to get into a car or find a parking spot. The newly opened Union Station in the Warehouse District currently serves as a gateway for people traveling in and out of Raleigh on Amtrak and has plans to expand transit services to include regional commuter rail, local and regional buses, taxis and bicycles—making it even easier for people to get to and through downtown.
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218 N East Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 Price: $2,200,000 MLS: 2227459 Listing Agent: Liz Frohman, Copper Gate Realty, 919-961-2325, liz@coppergaterealty.com One of Historic Oakwood’s most beloved and recognized Victorian homes is looking for its new owner. Built in 1871, this beautiful home has been meticulously renovated to preserve its history while including every modern convenience. Kitchen is a masterpiece with granite counters, a La Cornue dual-fuel range and Miele appliances. Four bedrooms, 10-foot ceilings, walk-in pantry, covered porch and huge .82-acre lot with historic carriage house and added garage. Rare opportunity to own a piece of history.
323 W Jones Street, #1555, Raleigh, NC 27603 Price: $1,395,000 MLS: 2201778 Listing Agent: Kim Reynolds, 919-868-8171, kim@second-empire.com Opportunity to own the Penthouse condo in the prestigious Quorum Center building. Designed by world-class and national award-winning architects, Handel & Associates in NYC, this two-bedroom, 3.5-bath condo has two large dressing areas and oversized windows, offering amazing views of downtown. The building is currently under a total renovation and will be completed in April 2019.
202 Dundas Lane, Raleigh, NC 27603 Price: $1,141,476 MLS: 2115915 Listing Agent: Ann-Cabell Baum, Glenwood Agency Real Estate, 919-828-0077, cabelldtr@glenwoodagency.com
525 S West Street, #507, Raleigh, NC 27601 Price: $985,000 MLS: 2228971 Listing Agent: Jason Queen, Monarch Realty, 919-606-2905, info@ monarchrealty.co
In the heart of Cameron Park and steps from downtown, The Saint is a landmark of luxury, featuring 17 modern brownstone residences. Oversized windows bring in natural light to the third-floor living area with spectacular open floor plan. European-style kitchen with gas cooktop, incredible appliance package and waterfall island. Master bath is lined with marble and has huge shower and stand-alone tub. Home also includes gas fireplace, covered terrace and garage.
Enjoy the beautiful views and sunlight from this breathtaking threebedroom penthouse unit designed by award-winning Raleigh Architecture Company. Features an ample open living area, modern finishes, designforward fixtures, chef-performance gas range, quartz countertops and gorgeous flooring and cabinetry. Walkable to everything downtown. Building amenities include a rooftop terrace, bike repair area, dog-wash station, fitness room, covered parking and EV hook options.
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323 W Jones Street, #1245, Raleigh, NC 27603 Price: $845,000 MLS: 2201285 Listing Agent: Kim Reynolds, 919-868-8171, kim@second-empire.com Unparalleled views of Raleigh’s skyline. Exquisite urban home designed by world-class and national award-winning architects, Handel & Associates, NYC. Beautiful three-bedroom, 3.5-bath, state-of-the-art condo on the 12th floor with huge windows overlooking downtown. The building is currently under a total renovation and will be completed in April 2019.
524 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 Price: $761,030 MLS: 2181898 Listing Agent: Johnny Chappell, Chappell Residential, 919-909-0004, johnny@chappellres.com This newly-built three-story home is part of the Cap6 collection of modern dwellings, designed by Raleigh’s Nick Hammer and constructed by Concept 8. Enjoy skyline views from top-floor living spaces and expansive rooftop terraces. Light-filled interiors with sleek, high-end finishes complement the contemporary architecture. Quartz countertops, walk-in closet, front porch and garage parking.
510 Glenwood Avenue, #403, Raleigh, NC 27603 Price: $579,900 MLS: 2219901 Listing Agent: Ann-Cabell Baum, Glenwood Agency Real Estate, 919-828-0077, cabelldtr@glenwoodagency.com
901 S East Street, Raleigh, NC 27601 Price: $449,900 MLS: 2218867 Listing Agent: Meg Bullard, Chappell Residential, 919-632-3766, meg@ chappellres.com
Contemporary corner unit with sunset views of Glenwood South. This must-see condo has concrete flooring throughout the open concept living room, dining room and kitchen. Large living area with gas log fireplace. Master bedroom overlooks Glenwood Avenue and has huge walk-in closet and en-suite bath with garden tub, shower and dual sink vanity. Fantastic office/bedroom space. Huge covered outdoor patio. Comes with one parking spot in garage area and option to rent additional spot in adjacent parking deck.
This like-new South Park stunner is perched on a lot perfect for capturing magnificent views of Raleigh’s skyline. Thoughtful design featuring an open layout, oversized kitchen, hard-to-find first-floor master, walk-in attic and office nook. Superior construction topped off with high-end finishes, immaculate hardwoods, upgraded lighting and a gas fireplace.
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|design instyle
A pair of Ashland armchairs upholstered in Mongolia cream fur relaxes a contemporary room. Hard surfaces such as the leather sofa, black paneling and artwork need a soft landing provided by the plush, whimsy chairs from Four Hands / fourhands.com
Teddy-like upholstery Add luxe to your space with these textured pieces by Vicki Payne
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eddy-like upholstery, shearling and fur lent an extra cozy element to seating at Maison & Objet last week in Paris, a can’tmiss event for designers, manufacturers and trend watchers. (The only negative was Paris in the winter.) Many European furniture manufacturers like Mambo Unlimited Ideas, La Chance and Meridiani presented unique representations of subtle textures and a playful spirit.
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The Aurora chair, upholstered in an off white textured Boucle fabric, creates a quiet corner for reading or reflecting / fourhands.com
Mostly seen in neutrals and soft tones, these accent pieces create an organic show-stopping statement in modern or contemporary homes this season. The trend has exceeded stools, rugs, pillows and throws to mainstream upholstery pieces. Mambo Unlimited Ideas, based in Lisbon, Portugal—a country with a long crafts tradition—introduced the Ivy Armchair at Maison & Objet. The Ivy features white lambskin leather back with a black and white woven fabric seat with black piping. Black lacquered feet and gold metal applications completed the sophisticated style. Mitchell Gold and Bob Williams, acclaimed American designers and furniture manufacturers, presented
their unique spin with their Ansel White Tibetan fur chair. It’s Scandinavian-style metal Windsor chair feels both vintage and modern. The soft Tibetan lamb’s wool softens the crisp lines of the metal frame. The Aurora chair in knoll natural by Four Hands is intriguing while inviting. The drum-style seating is upholstered in a soothing and textural off white boucle. A wooden swivel base places a fresh spin on a feminine form. So, what are all these teddy-like upholstery materials comprised of? Boucle is a type of yarn as well as the fabric made from it. The fabric has a looped appearance. It can be wool or a combination of polyester and acrylic, like the fabric on the Aurora chair. It provides a bumpy
Ansel chair by Mitchell Gold / mgbwhome.com
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surface that feels luxuriant to the hand. The hide of a sheep is called sheepskin—it’s also sometimes referred to as lambskin or lamb’s wool. You can find sheepskins in a range of lengths. When the sheep skin is shorn to a short, even height, it is referred to as “shearling.” All lengths and colors are used in various home décor collections. There are also artificial or faux sheepskins, constructed of soft, handtufted acrylic. The benefit of faux is affordability. Still, nothing takes the place of the real thing when it comes to skins and fur. Both clean well. While long-haired skins may look and feel luxurious, I believe they will have a shorter vogue life than furniture pieces upholstered in a shorn
sheepskin and boucle fabrics. A good alternative is to select a combination of long-haired skins and fabric as in the Ivy chair by Mambo. A well-dressed accent chair can add the perfect finishing touch to a room, whether it’s a comfortable everyday spot to relax in or an occasional piece designed to shine. Cozy up to a trend that is becoming a classic in home décor.
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|straight talk
ReStore surge One man’s purge is another man’s treasure by Allen Norwood
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he Netflix hit “Tidying Up” hasn’t caused a huge surge in donations at Habitat for Humanity ReStore outlets, as it has at thrift and second-hand clothing stores in Charlotte and across the country. As far as staffers can tell, anyway, show host Marie Kondo’s advice to get rid of stuff that doesn’t spark “joy” hasn’t filled ReStore shelves. “Whether or not any donations that come in are because of Marie Kondo, we don’t know,” says Phil Prince, marketing and communications director for Charlotte Habitat and its four ReStores. But ReStores always see a surge in donations this time of year. Shelves fill up at the end of the year and early in the new year, and 2019 is no exception. That means this is a great time to search ReStores for bargains. Olivia Bowler of Habitat of Wake County says staffers see the same surge in that organization’s eight stores. Janu-
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ary donations are up, and the bump will continue through spring cleaning season. There are three reasons donations go up this time of year, Prince says—and one will surprise you. The first, of course, is that lots of folks make resolutions to clean out the garage or shed, or to finally tackle home projects they’ve been avoiding. Replacing that powder-room vanity? Donate the old one to ReStore. Maybe you’ll even find the replacement there. Second: “People are getting new things for Christmas,” Prince says, “and getting rid of old things.” Third—and this is the surprise—they get rid of new items they got for Christmas. So somebody else’s unwanted gift might be your treasure. By the way, Prince and Bowler say that this donation pattern continued even though tax law changed in a way that reduced the incentive to make
tax-deductible donations. Good to hear. When we donate to ReStore, we keep things out of the landfills and make them available to others who might appreciate them, deduction or not. “(Donors) can do something good for somebody,” Prince says, “and that’s enough incentive.” If you’re going to make a donation, be sure to go online and learn what items your local ReStores can accept, and which they’ll decline. ReStores won’t take large, unframed mirrors or outof-date TV armoires, I’ve learned from personal experience. (If you’re a Marie Kondo convert who’s cleaning out a closet, alas, they don’t take clothing.) Click on the long list of items the stores do accept: kitchen appliances, furnaces, water heaters, beds and sofas, building supplies such as fencing and flooring. You might find any of those items when you shop at ReStore. I’ve written a handful of columns over
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the years about homeowners who buy old brass light fixtures at ReStore and transform them with ingenuity and spray paint. There are too many ReStores to list them all. Habitat for Humanity of Charlotte (habitatcharlotte.org) operates four stores, and Our Towns (ourtownshabitat. org) operates two just north of the city. In the Raleigh area, Habitat for Humanity of Wake County (habitatwake.org) serves Wake and Johnston counties. You never know what you’ll discover when you visit a ReStore. “About this time last year, someone brought in an 80- or 90-year-old accordion, Italian made,” Prince says. “Somebody else came in, strapped it on and played it. And I bought a surfboard one time.” An accordion, well… But a surfboard sparks joy! Allen Norwood: homeinfo@charter.net
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Selling in a slow market The winter months don’t have to halt your plans for selling your home by Grant Langston
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f the idea of selling your home this winter makes you a bit nervous, you’re not alone. This slower time of year carries a stigma in the home buying industry. Cold weather and sparse trees may make you feel your home won’t be as attractive to buyers, compelling you
to wait until the warmer months to put your home on the market when foliage is at its peak and children are scurrying around the yard. But that doesn’t have to be the case—there are still plenty of ways to make your home appealing in a slower
market. Being pensive about selling your home in the winter months is common—so common in fact that less homes are listed on the market, meaning less competition for your home. Trends show that buyers in the colder months tend to take
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their home search more seriously than those shopping around in the spring and summer. “I would say the top reason to consider selling could be that inventory is usually lower,” says Renee Yost with Landmark Sotheby’s International Realty. “Competition is lower for those who have
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to find a home this time of year.” Linda Trevor with RE/MAX agrees: “New Year’s Day is one of the highest visited for realtor.com and home searches.” Additionally, fewer homes on the market means fewer people applying for home loans— lenders aren’t as busy and can process loans faster, potentially making the home buying process smoother. When it comes to preparing your home for the market in the winter, staging can be much simpler than you think. In the spring and summer, you think of curb appeal—manicured green grass and blooming flowers. In the winter, though, think warm and cozy. Hang a wreath on your front door. Have a fire blazing in the fireplace (if it’s not wood-burning, of course). Turn on electric candles or diffuse essential oils. To add a glowing wintery feel, drape thick blankets over couches and beds. Consider having hot cocoa or baked goods out for potential buyers. Keep the thermostat at a toasty but comfortable temperature. “You want your potential
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buyers imagining themselves enjoying this time of year in your home,” says Yost. New windows, roofing and insulation are also big selling points. The winter season is a prime time for affordable and efficient home renovation. “Vendors and contractors needed to get the house ready, such as for paint, carpet and repairs, may not be as booked or swamped as with the later spring market,” adds Trevor. Staying warm is something that’s always on our minds this time of year, and it can’t hurt to let buyers know they’ll save on heating bills. Lastly, curb appeal is still important in the dryer winter months. Some snow on the roof and leaves in the yard can be charming, but an excessive amount may turn buyers off. Keep your driveway and walkways free of snow and ice. And leaving out a brochure that includes pictures of your home in the warmer months will give buyers an idea of what living in the home is like year round. The winter months don’t have to slow down your plans for selling your home. With some ingenuity and strategic planning, your home can still light up the market.
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