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5 days ago | 
qcexclusive.com | Eleanor Merrell
North Carolina’s Outer Banks draw visitors from across the nation who are attracted to the singular improbability of this spit of land edging the eastern coast. At times so narrow that Highway 12 — the roadway that runs the length of OBX — must detour off the land and onto parallel bridges, there are few better vantage points in the U.S to experience the might and size of the Atlantic Ocean. Enter: Pamlico Station in the Outer Banks.
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2 weeks ago | 
qcexclusive.com | Eleanor Merrell
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2 weeks ago | 
qcexclusive.com | Eleanor Merrell
Step into Pie.Zaa Charlotte NC near Wooden Robot in South End and the first thing you’ll notice is the music (it’s loud), and then the vibes (they’re good), and then the smells (mouthwatering) – all in quick succession. What you’re smelling is classic New York City style pizza. Thin crust, crunchy mouthfeel, and giant slices whipped up by a casual eatery with character and counter service. Owner Tyler Kotch first opened Pie.Zaa in Asheville in 2020.
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2 weeks ago | 
qcexclusive.com | Eleanor Merrell
Just east of where the Great Smoky Mountains National Park meets the Nantahala National Forest and a stone’s throw from the lesser-known Panthertown Valley, lies the town of Sylva. Picture a charming downtown nestled in a valley veined by creeks, offshoots of the Tuckaseegee River, where the town’s main street leads straight to a stately two-story public library perched on a hill. That’s what awaits when you visit Sylva NC.
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4 weeks ago | 
qcexclusive.com | Eleanor Merrell
Most homeowners who have built a custom home will probably mention how stressful the experience was. There are, after all, a lot of things that can go sideways: ballooning budgets, delayed deliveries, moving timelines. But when a home builder like Westwood custom homes has their team dialed in, their process defined, their standards high, and their priorities service-oriented, the process can be seamless and the product unmatched.
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1 month ago | 
qcexclusive.com | Eleanor Merrell
This 4,600 square foot custom build in Davidson has three bedrooms and four baths. An open floor plan fosters a seamless flow between the living room, kitchen, and dining room. Additionally, two home offices, a spacious media room, and a home gym give this house all the trappings of a post-pandemic home. It’s one space where all the essential activities of a busy life can occur. And that’s partially thanks to interior designer Beth Keim.
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1 month ago | 
qcexclusive.com | Eleanor Merrell
“The spaces we live in shape our lives” – this is one of the powerful ideas driving Lisa Sherry’s distinctive design work. When it comes to home and design experts, Lisa, owner and principal designer of Lisa Sherry Interieurs, is always a standout creative due to her keen eye, vibrant approach, and effortless style. What is inspiring you right now? I’m completely captivated by the way classic and modern design flirt with each other.
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1 month ago | 
qcexclusive.com | Eleanor Merrell
With some of the city’s best restaurants, a bustling nightlife, easy walkability, chic retail, and thoughtful public art installations, it’s no wonder that South End has emerged in recent years as one of Charlotte’s most desirable neighborhoods to call home. Soon, South End residents and aspiring residents will have another option for lodging: The Campbell.
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2 months ago | 
qcexclusive.com | Eleanor Merrell
The story of Jetton & Meredith began when Mark Jetton and Eric Meredith first met during their initial year of law school. They quickly recognized a shared synergy in how they approached the practice of law, blending a passion for advocacy with a commitment to clients. With a clear vision in mind, they decided to open their own firm in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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2 months ago | 
qcexclusive.com | Eleanor Merrell
“My parents taught me everything I know about hospitality,” says Bob Peters, a Charlotte native and acclaimed mixologist who knows how to make a guest feel at home, especially at a Charlotte NC cocktail bar. Now, Peters has an opportunity to pay homage to his parents, Chief and Marmee, at Chief’s Modern Cocktail Parlor. He opened this Charlotte NC cocktail bar alongside the Built On Hospitality group earlier this year.
