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Designer House 2008!!!

If these walls could talk........

To find out more about Bayside please visit their website at www.baysidemanor/tour.com/

This is the largest Virtual Tour ever Produced by Dave Kondracki, LLC, we hope you enjoy this tour as much as we enjoyed photographing and creating the tour. The tour is rather long so sit back and enjoy!!! If you were not able to enjoy this amazing event in person, then click on the 360 button to enter the Virtual Tour of this fabulous Greek revival home!!!

Please take a moment and read about some of the marvelous Designers involved with this project.

The Wright Solution - Holly Wright

Master Bathroom

Description and Inspiration

The Master Bathroom incorporates a women’s dressing area and a walk-in closet as an extension of the romantic retreat in the Master Bedroom. I wanted to create serenity in all three areas of this space: the bath, the dressing area, and the walk-in closet. The challenge was to orchestrate a major renovation and facelift without the expense of moving fixtures and plumbing and this task was accomplished using many of our talented area merchants and craftsmen.

As you enter the first section of the Master Bathroom, the area on the right has been transformed from a laundry room into an intimate woman’s dressing room. Dainty and feminine, the hand-painted trio of vanity, mirror and bench add character and charm to a very personal space and coordinate well with the decorative screen. The walk-in closet on the left, which was once a conventional closet, is now an organized unit that keeps all necessities in their place. As you enter the main bathroom, the full length Oriental mirror, flanked by two Chinese lattice back chairs, invites you to draw a warm bath or shower, wrap up in a fluffy towel, and unwind. The renovated tile shower and flooring give an elegant ambiance to the bathroom and utilize the most popular products on the market. Lighting is always an important feature to consider in a room and these lighting pieces provide a harmonious combination of relaxation and warm glow. The half wall has been added for privacy and to lend character to the bathroom retreat.

I would like to thank the following people for their contribution to this project:

Carpet Connections - flooring and shower tile and installation

Gary Eure - electrical and plumbing

Intercoastal Cabinets - vanity refacing and countertop

Jordan Company, Inc. - vanity sinks, faucets, shower head and towel bar accessories

Buddy Madrin - construction

Shades of Light - vanity lighting, chandelier

Intercoastal Cabinets – vanity mirror

Mauna Wimpy - custom window treatments

The Shade Tree - fabric

Rebecca Cross - Affordable Closets - closet

Debbie Boyle - furniture painting of the vanity

Lyn Jenkins - artwork

Lynn James - plants

Betsy Attaway - Touched by an Artisan - faux painting

Lynn Durren - In-Stitches - monogrammed accessories

Tom Rinck – trim painting

Randy Foreman/Allstate Building Supply - Molding

The Wright Solution - Holly Wright

Master Bedroom

Description and Inspiration

The Master Bedroom is a romantic retreat that exemplifies elegant serenity. I found my initial inspiration from the Hayley sofa by Paul Robert. Its unusual curved back, tucks, and tailored buttons beckon us to sit upon it and relax or simply admire and enjoy its beauty. The rich blending of bronze, pure gold, jeweled teal, chocolate brown and buttery cream exudes a soothing comfort to renew and recharge the body, mind and soul.

Also featured in the bedroom is a custom upholstered headboard carefully positioned between the two front windows, which I accentuated and dressed in a dramatic sweep of jeweled teal fabric with button tufting and ornate beaded trim. Complementary fabrics in the bed-size bolster and custom bedding complete the tailored look and add dimensions of sophistication and texture. A decorative screen and architectural urn print adorn the opposite wall and add an element of surprise to the room. A unique painting above the mantel portrays the bust that was the centerpiece of the plaster arch that ran the full length of the original Opera House Stage, which is in the process of renovation, and will be the future home of Arts of the Albemarle. The Oriental flair of the bedside tables and the very tall candlestick lamps, entwined with gold leaves and crystal beads, add an interesting twist to the décor of the room. The faux painted walls and the original hardwood floors work in harmony to bring the history and the beauty of the Master Bedroom alive.

Bio

Holly Wright has natural eye for interior design—just ask her clients! Holly specializes in mixing and matching furniture styles, fabrics, colors, textiles, and patterns that awaken the senses and stir the emotions. She is passionate about listening to her clients and incorporating their personalities and lifestyles into the design space. Interior design is just one of the many facets of Holly’s creative side. Holly attended Salem College and received a BFA in Dance and Theater from East Carolina University. Holly is a graduate of the Sheffield School of Interior design and she earned her ASP designation as an accredited staging professional from Staged Homes. She is a member Interior Design Society (IDS) and she is co-chair of the Designer House at Bayside Manor Designer.

I would like to thank the following people for their contribution to this room:

The Shade Tree - fabrics and trims

Shades of Light - lighting

Mauna Wimpy - custom window treatments and bedding

Ambrose Furniture - Serta mattress and box springs

Betsy Attaway - faux painting

Buddy Madrin - construction

Gary Eure – electrical work

Barry Keyes - headboard construction

Herman Freeman’s Upholstery - headboard and footstool

Willis Furniture - area rug, decorative screen and print

Dru Thompson - artwork and mantel bust painting

Alla Rossow/Southside Gallery - artwork

Lynn James - plants and arrangements

Tom Rinck – trim painting

Randy Foreman/Allstate Building Supply - Molding

Willis Furniture - Kathryn H. Scott

Dining Room

Description and Inspiration

The dining room at Bayside Manor has seen many uses and most recently, it had been a cozy sitting room. Transforming it back to a formal dining area allowed me to introduce new fixtures and old flooring.

My inspiration for the room started with the imported hand hooked wool rug, which reflects a true period design—with an updated twist. With a field of black, the floral design showcases reds, greens, tans and browns. The soothing green wall color is also found in the rug. Again, pulling colors from the rug, I chose a toile de jour fabric for the window treatment of swags and asymmetrical side panels. The distressed table and linen covered chairs reflects a casual yet comfortable style of dining with family and friends. Two large red leather Harvard chairs by the fireplace invite guests to linger in conversation and is also a great place to curl up with a good book on a chilly night. The large bookcase is wonderful for displaying family heirlooms and china and at the same time, provides ample storage. The new iron and brass chandelier and flourish wall sconces complement the fireplace screen. The hand-lettered quote over the mantle welcomes guests into the dining room. The room is finished with a wine cabinet, designed with a marquetry inlaid top of mahogany, red cedar and alder that can double as an additional serving area. As the room reflects, it is around the table that we understand best the warmth of being together.

Bio

In 1893 John Willis, Jr. opened his first furniture store in Norfolk, VA. In 1950, Willis Wayside Furniture Company purchased property on Virginia Beach Boulevard, where it remains today. From its modest Norfolk beginnings, the Willis family’s uncompromising dedication to quality, customer service and satisfaction have so impressed the public that today, it is the standard by which other furniture stores are compared. Ben Willis III continues to carry on his family traditions with an emphasis on quality items offered at guaranteed low prices.

Kathryn H. Scott, IDS Associate, is originally from Gastonia, NC, and attended the University of North Carolina Greensboro, where she majored in Interior Design. After living in various locations across the country, Kathryn currently resides in Virginia Beach and is the Director of Interior Design for Willis Furniture.

Many thanks to the following people who assisted with this room:

Surya Rugs - area rug

Henredon - dining table and chairs

Furniture Design by Choice - bookcase

Sam Moore - leather chairs

Vanguard Furniture - drinks tables

Hekman - wine cabinet

Robert Allen - fabric

Curry and Co. - chandelier and sconces

Uttermost - fireplace screen

Red Rabbit Art Gallery - art

Selig’s - pewter, china and accessories

Rooms with a View - window treatment and table linens

Northeastern High School Housing and Interior Design Class - Meghan L. Stallings

Third Floor Bedroom

Description and Inspiration

I took the Housing and Interior Design class at Northeastern High School, which is thrilled to be a part of this project, and it was a learning experience. I knew I would be able to incorporate much of what I learned to this project. Students that are presently enrolled also created design boards for the room to help inspire me.

For the last several years, the room I decorated has been used for storage, so the ideas for what to do with the space were endless. However, I decided to convert the room into a teen bedroom because I know most teenagers would love to have a bedroom on the third floor. A green and gold scheme, which reflects our school colors, was chosen.

After meeting with the staff at Ambrose Furniture, I selected a white queen-size bed, dresser, nightstand, and shelving unit for the space. Fabric, donated by Freeman’s Upholstery, was used to make the cornice board to cover the large window and a ladder back chair sits in the corner. Accessories such as the bedspread, pillows, and make-up were donated by Belk. Tim Brown, painter and head volleyball coach at NHS, helped paint and repair the walls so we could begin our project. The open space and privacy found in this room make it ideal for a teenager.

Bio

Meghan L. Stallings is a rising senior at Northeastern High School and the opportunity to participate in the Designer House at Bayside Manor will allow her to complete her community service requirement for graduation. Meghan has played softball and volleyball for the past four years and plans to attend a four-year college upon high school graduation. She is involved with her church, Corinth Baptist, and dances with Classic Dance. During her sophomore year, she enrolled in NHS’ Housing and Interior Design class and fell in love with designing.

Thanks to everyone who assisted me with this project:

Albemarle Appraisal and Real Estate - financial support

Ambrose Furniture - furniture

Belk - bed linens, make-up, accessories

Egad’s - financial support

Elizabeth City Pasquotank County Apprenticeship Program - financial support

Freeman’s Upholstery - window treatment

Northeastern High School Agricultural Program - plants

Tim Brown Painting - painting

True Images - financial support

IFDA & Toys etc – Joan Ellis

Child’s Bedroom

Description and Inspiration

When asked to design a child’s room, I envisioned a place where children could let their imagination have full reign. The walls feature a tone-on-tone mural, paying homage to the itinerate painters of the past who traveled from town to town and earned a living by painting portraits and murals. The wood, tin, and stuffed animals are adaptations of toys with which the Hollowell children would have played; the fireplace covering has been converted into a chalkboard. The playhouse can be used either inside or outside as it folds into four pieces.

The bed has a duvet cover, which is easier for a child to pull up than sheets and blankets, and the trundle underneath can be used as a guest bed or a storage drawer. The window seat is the perfect place to curl up and read and the gate in the window is a safety feature when the window is opened. Instead of curtains, I used ribbons that can be pushed to the side when playing peek-a-boo with someone on the porch. The chandelier is perfect for extra toy storage; note the pale blue ceiling. In the closet, a 19th century Hollowell family christening dress hangs.

I hope you enjoy this room and allow it to inspire you to create ideas for your own home.

Bio

After graduating from the New York School of Design, Joan Ellis worked in the furniture and design industries, where she managed a design firm and was selected to do a room at the Baltimore Symphony Design Show House two years in a row. Ellis is a charter member of the Baltimore Chapter of International Furnishings and Design Association and has also been published in design magazines. Ellis thoroughly enjoys all aspects of her work, whether she is involved in a residential or commercial project or working with builders and staging a house for sale. Ellis owns Toys etc. in Elizabeth City, NC, and continues to work in the design field.

I would like to thank the following people for their assistance with this project:

Flying Broccoli, Mita Vogel or through Toys etc - mural

Tom’s Painting, Tom Rinck – wall prep and painting

Innovative Designs, Patrick Bawn - playhouse, window valances, and window seat

Paisley Designs and Flying Broccoli - painting

Toys etc, Ted Vogel and Len McMullan - for schlepping

Mattress Outlet - chair and furniture delivery

Sherwin Williams, John Williams - paint

Interior Custom Creations - playhouse, valances

Painting - Paisley Designs and Flying Broccoli

Interiors by H&W Inc. - rug

Lowe’s commercial services – wall sconces

Albemarle Fence Co. Inc. – fencing

Ace Hardware - window gate

Banff F. Luther – the loaning of 19th century Hollowell christening dress

Toys etc - furniture, bedding, lighting, accessories

Carolina House Gifts – accessories

Accent Interiors - Marie Layden

Café and Boutique

Description and Inspiration

When designing the café, I wanted it to be both relaxing and stylish so I selected a Mediterranean theme. The colors definitely lend themselves to my overall vision: terra cotta ceramic tile on the floor and faux textured walls. There are bistro tables and chairs so our patrons can sit, eat, and drink in comfort. On the front deck, there is additional seating with five tables and chairs with coordinating umbrellas. On the back deck, there is a pergola with a gas grill, along with a gas island.

In considering the design for the boutique, I wanted to have a space that was complementary to the café, so I installed the same terra cotta tile flooring. With its cheerful cornflower yellow walls that act as a radiant backdrop for the artwork, crafts, antiques, and gift items displayed, the cozy boutique seems to be bathed in sunlight.

Bio

Marie Layden, owner of Accent Interiors, has been designing spaces, both commercial and residential, since 1994. Customer satisfaction, quality workmanship, and incorporating the most up-to-date design trends are her utmost concern. Accent Interiors offers an awesome experience in decorating. Utilizing twelve years of expertise in the fashion industry, we offer top-of-the-line window treatments, blinds, and a complete line of floor coverings. Featured in the company portfolio are examples of work for the YMCA of Elizabeth City, West End Station, Big Daddy’s Restaurant, Roanoke Bible College and the Zack Owens Center.

I would like to thank the following vendors and service providers for their contribution:

Perry Paints – paint

Keith and Sheila Midthum – painting Beth Marshal – faux painting

Intercoastal Cabinets – cabinets and countertops

Northeastern Flooring, J. J. Haines – floors

Just Floors – flooring installers

Mattress Outlets – furniture

HP Furniture – furniture

Tarheel Fireplace and Grill – pergola

Islands by Design – grill island

Fire Magic – gas grill

Sears – refrigerator

Plant Park – plants City Electric Supply – lights

Seagull Lighting – lights

Jeffrey’s Florist – fresh flower centerpieces

Ambrose Furniture - Barry Ambrose

Living Room

Description and Inspiration

When designing this room, I wanted to create a space reminiscent of life during the mid-19th century, the era in which the house was built. This room would have been the domain of the matriarch and would have been designed as the focal point for family, conversation, reading, games and receiving guests. A décor comprised of mismatched furnishings, collected over time, and placed to enhance conversation, while incorporating an area for gaming, was typical of the era.

I thought it was fitting for the primary piece in the room to be a velvet slip-covered sofa, which exemplifies what was in vogue among the wealthy during this period. I also wanted to envelop the space in expensive fabrics and to seasonally vary the look of the upholstery with slipcovers. The artful interspersing of exotic touches, represented by the chinoiserie pillows and the rattan chairs, was also typical of the period.

Once I felt these elements were in place, I set out to transport the 1856 setting to 2008 by updating the look. I achieved this with a brighter, more current, color pallette; by using some upholstered pieces, with a nod toward the modern; and by selecting fabrics and a rug that are a fresh play on old styles. The most notable example of this is the settee, which is upholstered in a fabric that is a clear twist on a flame stitch. And just for an additional ruse, I decided to defy convention by running the pattern vertically.

It is my hope that the room is teasingly evocative of the 1850s while appealing to contemporary lifestyles with its incorporation of relaxation, opulence, and fun.

Bio

Barry Ambrose, co-owner of Ambrose Furniture, has been creating interior spaces for the past 14 years. An Elizabeth City native, his work as a designer has taken him along the east coast from Connecticut to the British Virgin Islands, although his clients primarily reside on the Outer Banks. His ability to envision and execute elegant home design—while answering his clients’ particular lifestyle needs—has enabled him to produce some of the most spectacular homes on the Outer Banks. Last year, he had the honor to be represented by “The Riviera” in the Tidewater Homebuilder’s Association Homearama.

Ambrose Furniture - Gregg Nathan

Library

Description and Inspiration

In creating the design for the library, I wanted to make it comfortable for all occupants of the house. I see the room as a place to read a book, have a cocktail before dinner, or to meet with friends and family for intimate conversation. For these purposes, I added four comfortable chairs, a desk, a bookshelf, a cellarette, and lighting throughout.

The combination of dark furniture and abstract wallpaper elicits a casual and comfortable setting. In my designs, I like to mix fabrics with leathers, woods with glass and metals, which result in eclectic, functional spaces. The finishing touches, such as the accessories, lighting and artwork (like the Cam Waff-commissioned artwork hanging over the fireplace) create just the right ambience.

Bio

Gregg Nathan has worked as a designer at Ambrose Furniture for just over a year. Born in New Jersey, Gregg quickly caught the travel bug upon graduating from high school and moved across the country twice with stops in Denver, San Francisco, New York City, and Washington, DC, before settling in Miami for ten years. As Director of Retail Operations at Fairchild Tropical Botanical Garden in Miami, Gregg was able to turn the gift shop into a destination for home furnishings with a tropical theme and was featured in an issue of Architectural Digest En Espanol magazine.

Now settled in the historic Cottage Mill Village of Edenton, Gregg is using his many years of retail sales and merchandising experience to help with the growth of the design business at Ambrose Furniture-Elizabeth City. His style of design is “eclectic, casual and comfortable.”

At Ambrose Furniture, we pride ourselves on a team approach and clients receive an excellent overview of product, fabric, color and design—all of which are brought together seamlessly in the client’s home or office.

Touched by an Artisan - Betsy Attaway

Kitchen

Description and Inspiration

The kitchen in this 1856 antebellum beauty retains much of its original charm with its crown moldings and grand fireplace, which are the heart of this room. I wanted to keep that feeling while incorporating conveniences of the modern age.

The owners brought in a wonderful, commercial grade stainless steel stove, stainless refrigerator, and dishwasher. I continued the modernizations by adding a beautiful granite top to the island and hand-rendered, concrete tops for the two side counters. The upper cabinets feature a bone Coeur de France faux finish, while a finish called Black Heritage was used on the lower cabinets and island. On the walls, a faux stone finish called Cherry Fizz is featured, which is hand-rendered by me, along with my talented team of Jim Attaway, Raechel Attaway and Joey Attaway. The back splash is made from cutting-edge, oval iridescent red glass tiles, which frame a black granite sink. And to light up all features of the kitchen in splendor, a beautiful chandelier and pendant are suspended over the sink.

Put all of these elements together and the end result is a highly efficient, modernized kitchen that is reminiscent of the original version. With its eye-catching details and modern efficiency, one can envision many splendid meals being eaten here and good times had by all.

Bio

Betsy Attaway has had a love of the arts, in all forms, for as long as she can remember. She painted for years and decorated for friends as a hobby until, at the urging of her husband and children, she turned her passion into a business.

Attaway has studied under Barbara Skivington at Faux Works Studio in High Point, NC; with Gary Lord at Prismatic Studio in Cincinnati, OH; and has studied portraits under Sean Crosby at Atelier Studio on Long Island, NY. Realizing her talent, Attaway launched her business, Touched by an Artisan, and is now living her dream of creating something people can enjoy for years to come. She continues to train as much as possible and is a member of Stencil Artisans League, Inc. (SALI), with her specialty being cutting-edge, faux finishes for cabinets, furniture, and walls. She also does commission work for individuals and enjoys decorating, as well.

I would like to thank the following people for their assistance with this project:

Jordon Company Inc., Tricia Jordon - chandelier and pendant

Jordon Company Inc., Black Granite Sink and Faucet

Earth Stone Inc., Kevin Chase - granite, glass tile, grout and mortar

CPH Construction, Cliff Henry - tile and sink installation

Noble Brothers, Scott - finishing molding for cabinets

Spectrum Shadows Stained Glass Studios, Marcia Phillips – stained glass

Faux Works Studio, Barbara Skivington - all paint and finishing products

I’d also like to extend a special thanks to Jim Attaway, Raechel and Joey Attaway for their long hours of hard work and help in the kitchen.

Britt Myers Interiors - Britt Myers

Powder Room

Description and Inspiration

In bathrooms, it is always a challenge to balance hard surfaces with soft touches. Here in the powder room, I was able to add some drama by using unique paint finishes and an elegant fabric. Powder rooms are small so each detail and decision made must be carefully considered. The paint on the walls has a pearlescent finish and the high gloss trim adds sparkle and imparts a fresh look. The trompe l’oeil mirror “frame” creates interest and is a clever way to get the look of an antique without the cost. The fabric skirt around the sink provides softness and color. The result is a simple yet sophisticated space that complements the beauty of Bayside Manor.

Bio

Britt Biggs Myers, an Elizabeth City native, enjoys bringing a sense of adventure and creativity to the interiors she designs throughout Eastern North Carolina. A graduate of Salem College, she spent several years teaching before focusing on interior design. Now, after nine years of working with families on their homes, gardens, and lifestyles, she is looking forward to using her experience to help unfold the history and mystery of Bayside Manor.

Hull – Paris Design Consultants - Camilla Hull

Guest Bedroom

Description and Inspiration

A guest bedroom should be a haven of comfort and tranquility that will delight anyone who stays in it. My inspiration for this room is the antique mahogany bed with large carved posts, circa 1850, that is of the same era as the house.

This room is a showcase of continental style with relaxed elegance. The walls are painted a sophisticated French blue with antique off-white trim and these colors, with earthy taupe, inspire the palette. A comfortable seating area—with a French country Bergere chair and ottoman, a dressing table covered in blue and taupe silk, an antique three over three Scottish mahogany chest, and a beautiful antique linen press—is also featured. We accessorized with Oriental porcelain and French bronze and the drapes are taupe silk hung on beautiful mahogany poles with heavy brass finials. Through a carefully considered combination of colors, textures, and furnishings, we have created a peaceful and exquisite setting.

Bio

Camilla Hull started with Home Economics as her major and found decorating was more her passion. After years of assisting friends and family with making their homes more stylish, it organically became a career. Working in a variety of styles and settings, Hull creates comfortable, elegant interiors that reflect the clients’ lifestyles. She especially likes to push traditional boundaries by combining art and antiques with newer pieces and enjoys helping people build their collections.

Hull’s good friend, decorator Jane Clark, gave her much advise and help from her workshop with the drapes and bedspread, among other things. Hull is co-chair of the Designer House at Bayside Manor, making this a “dream come true.” Hull enjoys working with her granddaughter, Whitney Paris, who lends a different style sensibility and together, they form the great team of Hull – Paris Design Consultants.

I would like to thank the following people for their help:

Jane Clark - Jane Clark Interiors

Kay Hull - Thanks for everything!

Morgan House Antiques - bed

Langston’s Antiques – chest and linen press

Hull House Antiques - dressing table and side chair

Whitney Paris - Bergere chair and ottoman

Alla Rossow - art

Barbara Wachter - art

Perry Edgell - painter

Creative Metier - Lynn James

Porches

Description and Inspiration

To add a touch of serenity to the stately ambience created by the magnificent two-story octagonal columns that define the front portico, I used an eclectic motif founded on the legacy of design work by Sir Edwin Lutyens. The formality of ornately decorated urns is softened by the informality of the abundant cascade of indigenous flora. Additionally, the grandeur and formality of the portico itself is contrasted by the use of Lutyens garden benches and other less formal outdoor furnishings within the confines of the portico. The execution of the motif echoes an elegance that harks back to the more genteel times of the antebellum south.

The design motif that was started on the front portico is continued on the rear colonnade. One design feature I incorporated, to maintain continuity between the two areas, is the use of a reflective octagonal pattern of the place settings. Here on the rear colonnade, every opportunity has been taken to soften the formality of the antebellum south while maintaining the elegance of the time period and mirroring what was done on the front portico. A striking example is a meal being served to guests within the informality of the outdoors rather than in a formal dining room. Here, guests get to enjoy, in addition to good company, delicious food and drink, warm summer breezes perfumed with the fragrance of the flowering plants, and the delightful dance of fireflies.

Bio

Lynn James, owner of the decorating company, Creative Metier, in Elizabeth City, NC, has decorated Tryon Place complex for the Christmas season for ten years and for six years, was head decorator. Her floral designs have been featured in 24 magazines including Architectural Digest, Southern Living, and Colonial Homes. In addition to magazine coverage, four books have highlighted her work, including the Journal of the National Camellia Society for six years.

James was awarded the Tri-Color Award for Excellence in Floral Designs for Businesses by the North Carolina State Fair. She has also decorated the Chrysler Museum in Norfolk, VA, for special events and has created furniture displays for several large, world-renown furniture companies for trade shows in High Point and Atlanta.

On a personal note, James was born on the island of Maui, Hawaii. During her childhood, she alternated living on Maui and in Shiloh, NC. She has been married for over 30 years and has four beautiful daughters—each one as varied as her floral designs.

I would like to thank the following vendors and suppliers for their contributions and assistance:

Jerry Kelly, Inc.

Elizabeth City Brick Company

Kenyon Bailey Supply

Carolina House Gifts and Decorative Accessories

A special thanks is extended to the Naval Air Station Key West for the state flags that are used at the entranceway of Bayside Manor.

Kenyon Bailey Supply, Inc. - Calvin E. Bright III

Landscape Design

Description and Inspiration

Landscape design is the art of using outdoor space with imagination. By means of landscape design, we define the land which surrounds our homes; we create views and vistas and set land patterns that will be both beautiful and functional.

For Bayside Manor, a simplistic yet aesthetically pleasing design, comprised of heirlooms plants that were common to this area during the 1850s, was my goal. The lush lines of English boxwood hedges are enhanced with colorful and fragrant floral touches such as gardenias, hydrangeas, and camellias, while crepe myrtles increase the overall textural experience. Outdoor lighting fixtures provide illumination but also add charm and a magical ambience. This beautiful landscape design is a contribution to the community around it and will provide hours of enjoyment for all that experience it.

Bio

Calvin E. Bright III is the landscape division manager for the Elizabeth City-based landscape contracting firm, Kenyon Bailey Supply, Inc. Bright has been assisting Kenyon Bailey Supply, Inc. with installing and maintaining quality landscapes for nearly eight years.

Bright is a Perquimans County native who spent ten years in the Triangle area of North Carolina learning the landscaping trade before returning home to the Albemarle area. Bright is a certified landscape irrigation auditor, an EPA-certified Water Sense partner, who promotes water conservation, and a certified interlocking concrete paver-installer. He currently resides in Pasquotank County with his wife, Kimberly, and daughter, Abigail.

Thank you to everyone who assisted with this project:

Kenyon Bailey Supply, Inc. - plant materials and outdoor living accessories

Kenyon Bailey Supply, Inc. employees - landscape installation

Northeastern High School seniors Annie Meads and Morgan Stallings - landscape installation

Britt Myers Interiors - Britt Myers

Playroom

Description and Inspiration of Design Space

Children are always the inspiration for playrooms and I wanted to appeal to many types of families with this space. This room represents an old-fashioned childhood without video games, television or computers and features “back to basics” toys that inspire children to be creative. Vintage dress-up clothes, an antique carousel horse, art supplies, and lots of open floor space combine well to make this room a cheerful spot just for playing—which is what being a child is all about.

Bio

Britt Biggs Myers, an Elizabeth City native, enjoys bringing a sense of adventure and creativity to the interiors she designs throughout Eastern North Carolina. A graduate of Salem College, she spent several years teaching before focusing on interior design. After nine years of working with families on their homes, gardens and lifestyles, she is looking forward to using her experience to help unfold the history and mystery of Bayside Manor.

I would like to thank the following people for their contributions:

Mr. and Mrs. Bob Mauldin - antique carousel horse

Jody Cheek - vintage hand-painted dollhouse

Jenny Jackson - painting

Debbie Boyle - expertise!

Red Rabbit Art Gallery - Dru Thompson

Third Floor Gallery

Description and Inspiration

The open alcove area of the third floor, with its neutral walls, is a perfect space for highlighting artwork—it’s like a huge, blank canvas. The nature-inspired images I’ve captured in the paintings lend themselves to the use of a garden bench so that anyone sitting on it will feel as if they’ve been transported to the bank of a river or the middle of a flower garden. Red—the color of sunsets, strawberries, poppies, and clay—is one of my favorite hues and the cheerful shade of the bench coordinates well with the dramatic yet earthy palette of the paintings.

Bio

Sixteen years ago Dru made a real commitment to her art. “Even if I am not working on a painting, I’m painting in my mind,” she says. It’s always been that way. I’m always looking to stretch myself. It does not mean a conscious change in style, but something better. I paint because I have to. Nature has always been my inspiration. I try to capture her many moods on canvas. Color excites me and I want to share that experience with others.”

Dru has received awards and recognition in art shows and her paintings are displayed in galleries in North Carolina and Virginia. Her paintings are part of many private and corporate collections. The subjects of Dru’s paintings range from North Carolina wetlands to the canals of Venice. When Dru is not traveling the countryside looking for new subjects, she can usually be found at home in her riverside studio working on her latest painting.

In 2003, Dru opened her own gallery, Red Rabbit Art Gallery, which is located at 103 West Main Street, Elizabeth City, North Carolina.

I would like to thank the following people for their assistance:

Rosie Hale - Painting

Sherwin Williams - Paint

Shades of Light - Portrait Lighting

Gary Eure - Electrical

Stewart Interiors at the Culpepper Inn – Bonnie Barton Stewart

Second Floor Foyer “Gallery”

Description and Inspiration

In the second floor foyer gallery, I chose transitional design elements. This style allowed me to marry traditional and contemporary furniture, finishes, fabrics and artistry.

The lemon chiffon-yellow foyer features a lovely sitting area in front of the window that services the master suite and guest room. This is a great place to relax and enjoy reading a book with your afternoon tea. This comfortable yet sophisticated space includes a blue and cream damask cornice window treatment, white slip-covered glider rockers, a modern leather cocktail ottoman, and an 19th century accent table, adorned with fresh flowers, in a blue and white vase.

The gallery is embellished with an 18th century English Hepplewhite mahogany chest that was custom painted in the 19th century. The chest is flanked by two upholstered French antique chairs and above the chest, a spectacular grouping of fine original artwork showcases the talent of local artists.

A stunning French Empire cheval mirror, circa 1840, reflects the splendor of the foyer gallery as you continue your tour through Bayside Manor.

I would like to thank the following people for their assistance with this space:

Carolina House, Diana Gallop – home accessories

Copper Fish Antiques, Stan Akins – carpets and rugs

Interior Accents, Miriam King – custom windows

Jeffrey’s Greenworld & Florist, Jeffrey Rogerson – fresh flowers and plants

Lana Hobbs Wolcott Antiques – furnishings and accessories

Mattress Outlet, Bill and Marvina Mann - home furnishings

Rosie Hale – custom interior painting

Sherwin Williams – interior paint

Southside Gallery, Alla Rossow – artwork

Staples & Associates - custom interior painting

Shades of Light – lighting and rugs

Stewart Interiors at the Culpepper Inn – Bonnie Barton Stewart

First Floor Foyer

Description and Inspiration

The first floor Entry Foyer is appropriately large, since foyers of yesteryear were built to increase air circulation throughout the house in the summer months. I selected lemon chiffon as the color for the walls; with the 12-feet high ceilings, this hue allows sunlight in the space to be magnified and contributes to the feeling of spaciousness. I replaced a ceiling fan with a lovely antique Directoire chandelier.

As you enter the front door, you will notice a French antique desk with inlaid wood. A small corner chair, which would accommodate gentlemen wearing swords, sits diagonally across from the desk and next to the locked sugar chest. Servants, or mistresses of the house, would have a key to access the “precious” sugar.

I appointed one wall with a mahogany sideboard that is seven feet long and dates back to the mid-1800s. The other wall is decorated with a “gossip bench” to the left of the powder room. Since the house was once used as a Civil War hospital, it was fitting to feature portraits of some of the political and military leaders of the time above the sideboard. Classic lamps with striking black shades adorn the sideboard along with stunning fresh flowers arranged in a black and brass urn. Blue and white porcelain pieces are interspersed throughout and beautiful blue and cream damask draperies flank the back door. The wood flooring, decorated with Oriental rugs, leads to an elegant staircase with a Gothic feel. As you ascend to the second floor “gallery,” pause to enjoy the original watercolor and pen-and-ink renditions of the designer spaces, which are uniformly displayed as you continue up the stairs.

Bio

Bonnie Barton Stewart is a designer who has been inspired by visiting, working and living in international settings and all over the United States. She notes that “every culture has so many unique design elements; it’s exciting to blend them together to create eclectic, elegant and comfortable spaces.”

Her professional background has included owning a graphic design business, café and catering business, working as a convention meeting planner, and conference producer. Since 2005, she and her husband, Jim, have owned the Culpepper Inn Bed & Breakfast, in Elizabeth City, NC. The Georgian Colonial Revival, 12-bedroom inn, was built in 1935, established as a B&B in 1993, and has been completely renovated over the past two and a half years. Although she has completed many residential and commercial design projects, her most exciting design opportunity has been the renovation of Culpepper Inn, which inspired the birth of Stewart Interiors.

I would like to thank the following people for their assistance with this project:

Carolina House, Diana Gallop – home accessories

Interior Accents, Miriam King – custom windows

Jeffrey’s Greenworld & Florist, Jeffrey Rogerson – fresh flowers and plants

Lana Hobbs Wolcott Antiques – furnishings and accessories

Mattress Outlet, Bill and Marvina Mann - home furnishings

Sherwin Williams – interior paint

Southside Gallery, Alla Rossow – artwork

Staples & Associates - custom interior painting

Shades of Light – lighting and rugs

The Harbor Group - Brant Wise and Julie Jones

Upstairs Hall Bathroom

Description and Inspiration

The upstairs hall bathroom of Bayside Manor was the only one that existed when Jerry and Jeanet Aylsworth bought the house. We were immediately drawn to it because of its small size. This is the perfect area to showcase our minimalist style as well as our contemporary and innovative designs.

As we considered ideas for the area, it lent itself to the soothing feeling of a spa. Ultimately, we decided on very clean, simple lines with splashes of muted color throughout the room. This is a room where you can relax and enjoy European style while soaking in the spacious tub.

Once you step into this bathroom, we hope you will be inspired to create your own cozy nook of serenity in your home.

Bio

Brant L. Wise, PLS, is a professional land surveyor and a general contractor. Having been involved in the development field for over 10 years, his experience ranges from rehabilitating 100-year-old industrial buildings into luxury condominiums and executive offices to developing multifamily communities, as well as shopping centers and industrial buildings.

Julie Jones is a Certified Residential Appraiser, in North Carolina and Virginia, and is also a Realtor.

Brant and Julie have worked together for three years on various residential and commercial properties. Whatever the project, The Harbor Group provides unsurpassed quality and attention to detail and can assist in all phases of development—from site planning to renovations to custom luxury homes.

A special thanks goes to the following vendors for their generous donation of materials and quality craftsmanship in this venture:

Noland Plumbing - tub and faucets

Mill End Carpet - bamboo flooring and installation

Allstone Granite and Tile - tile and installation

Eddie Bunch - painting

Platinum Plumbing - installation of all plumbing