“We recently downsized to a condo. We went into By Design looking for a game table. We didnot find a game table, but we met Laura who so patiently worked with us to make our new home warm, welcoming and fun. Everything was delivered today and we are thrilled. Laura’s knowledge, wisdom and guidance made [...]
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Art & Susan Barber, founders of Charleston Forge, say they make “beautiful furniture in America”. This furniture is so much more than that. This is hand-forged in North Carolina. This is artisan-level craftsmanship. Each piece of furniture is beautifully finished in a wide choice of metal and wood finishes and can feature amazing custom glass. [...]
“Thank you Laura for all your wonderful help with this room! I love it!!!!”
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We’re telling the story of New Traditional interior design today. And it’s so interesting to see it emerging. The pieces we’re using to illustrate the look come from the new Amber Lewis collection. Timeless design blended with modern living Bari Sideboard. Love this piece. Those details. Those turnings. The pulls and hardware. They all certainly [...]
R & B just love the transformation of their living room! They were open to color and what a difference it has made! They can’t wait to relax and enjoy the fire in their new reclining Taos sofa.
“Taylor was very helpful when choosing a new loveseat to replace one we purchased from BY DESIGN (24 years ago and still in great shape – just not fitting into our new home). She really listened to our needs. This is a great store.”
“I was looking for a way to freshen up my space and decided a new chair was the way to go. I love color and Jessica was able to help me find the right size, style, and fabric to work with my existing pieces. We hit a snag when the fabric was backordered. I found [...]
Bonita & Kevin Clark partnered with us in showcasing a Street of Dreams home at Flatwater Lake. The home was oooohhh & awed at by everyone that came through the door. Their design was untouchable and a fan favorite of all the patrons! We couldn’t have teamed with a better designer for this opportunity and [...]
Custom Modern Dining Tables
Laura and I hit it off from the very beginning. She quickly understood my vision and pulled together beautiful options for us to choose from. We are loving our new living room furniture and will definitely be back! Thank you!
“Laura was very welcoming and professional… She made my purchase so exciting and easy!!She didn’t overwhelm me with choices and listened to my ideas, I so appreciated her ideas!!I would highly recommend the store and her… Pulling together items to work with pieces I was keeping… again, Laura made it VERY easy and no stress!!!! [...]
Elements Media Consoles Elements Great design is elemental. The innovative and award-winning Elements collection features nature-inspired, laser-cut door designs that provide a stylish storage solution with natural airflow. Pinnacle Award Winner Remote-Friendly Doors Integrated Levelers Rear Access Panels Flow-Through Ventilation Cable Management TV Safety Strap Hardwood Veneer Powder Coated Perforated Steel Powder Coated Steel Laser-Cut Doors. [...]
An Ode to the Lawson sofa & sectional designs
