When Allison Welch purchased her Blue Ridge Mountain home, she wanted it to be her family’s happy place. So, when it was time to renovate, she tapped her best friend and interior designer Charlotte Lucas for the job.
The house was built in the 1970s, and this was a complete renovation. The goal was to lean into the age of the home and its natural surroundings. To bring that expansive feeling of the landscape in, they replaced all of the windows and doors in the house. You’ll find natural colors and wood finishes throughout, too, balanced with vibrant and playful design choices.
The result? An abode that envelopes you in comfort, like a proper mountain retreat should. The layers are rich and meaningful, but nothing is too precious. “It’s warm and cozy, functional yet stylish and tells the story of the family and the mountain community they love so much,” Lucas says.
Every space was designed to be a gathering space, from cozy conversation areas to a big dining table in the kitchen. “We made sure it felt like a real home where people could relax, not showcase,” Lucas says.
The home is also deeply personal. Lucas and Welch traveled all over, collecting special pieces for the mountain escape. Through those travels, the dynamic duo kept coming across owls. They leaned into the bit, and Lucas, very tastefully, incorporated the fun finds into the home design.
Take a look around Welch’s happy place.
