Interior Designers
Ambiance Interiors27 Broadway, Asheville
828-253-9403
www.ambianceasheville.com
Ambiance Interiors opened in 1977 as the first full-service design firm in Western North Carolina, and it’s still the only design firm to offer complete design, project management, and installation, all “under one roof.” Ambiance’s dedicated staff of creative professionals embraces the company’s design philosophy: “Life is too short not to be comfortable.” Their beautiful retail showroom is filled with top-quality furniture, lighting, accessories, and gifts. Adjoining the showroom is Ambiance’s design studio containing a complete resource library of fabrics, wallcoverings, trims, carpets and area rugs.
Benson & Babb Interiors, Inc.
145 Brookside Camp Road, Hendersonville
828-693-4909
Benson & Babb Interiors of Hendersonville has been in the business of design for more than 25 years. With one of the most extensive retail showrooms in the area, they truly offer “the best in personal, friendly service to every client, every project, large or small.” Stop in and sink your toes into one of their Karastan area rugs, take a rest on a voluptuous Sherrill sofa or simply enjoy the thrill of the hunt with their seemingly endless stock of unique lamps, art and accessories…you’ll not only feel at home, you may want to move right in.
Bruce Interiors
611 Kanuga Street, Hendersonville
828-692-1853
www.bruceinteriors.com
Bruce Sprinkle is a member of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) with over 30 years of experience. His client referrals bring him projects from New York to Florida, and one of his finest strengths is an ability to create wonderful home interiors that incorporate clients’ treasured pieces with new furniture, wall and floor coverings and accessories. Bruce’s fortes are straightforward contemporary design with a versatility that extends to all periods, and a special talent for second or third-home interiors.
Cheryl Smith Associates Interior Design
502 Fifth Avenue West, Hendersonville
828-697-2012
www.cherylsmithassociates.com
Cheryl Smith Associates, Inc. demystifies the construction process of working alongside architects and builders in a team environment. Their staff of interior designers, assistants and project manager, combined with 25-plus years of experience and knowledge, helps make the construction process an enjoyable experience. Their design projects convey a clean, classic look blended with your preference of style.
Cocoon Interior Design
29 West Jordan Street, Brevard
828-884-2750
www.coccondesign.com
Cocoon Interior Design has been changing lives in the region for more than two decades. Both Paula Benton and Mary Adams celebrate the belief that interiors should reflect their client's vision, whether it be a home, office or country club. A full service design firm, Cocoon offers design consultation, planning and specification, home staging for resale and home redesign to give existing furnishings a fresh look. Cocoon will infuse your interior with a sophisticated mountain aesthetic that focuses on simplicity, lifestyle and design elements to reflect your taste.
Fireside Interiors
30 All Souls Crescent, Asheville
828-274-5977
www.firesidebiltmore.com
Fireside Antiques is one of Asheville’s most established interior design firms, representing over 40 years of family business. Custom design services, installation of draperies, floor and wall coverings and furnishings are fully provided for their clients’ convenience. New and repeat clientele continue to rely on Fireside’s timeless taste, artfully combined with a fresh look to suit each individual project, personality and client’s collections.
Greeson & Fast Design
352 Depot Street, Suite 110, Asheville 828-252-0400
1200 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd #104, Fort Lauderdale, FL 954-390-7616
www.GreesonAndFastDesign.com
Western North Carolina’s most innovative interior design studio features two extraordinary talents who complement each other’s specialties. Jean Greeson, ASID, has created elegant homes from San Diego to Fort Lauderdale in her 25-plus-year career. Space planner and lighting expert Richard Fast has traveled the world buying and selling antiques. At their River Arts District studio, the two provide their talents to clients throughout Western North Carolina and beyond (and write a regular column for the Asheville Citizen-Times). Why not employ the area’s best?
Krista Washam LaBlue Interior Design
60 Caledonia Road #407, Asheville
828-335-7446/ By Appointment
KWL Interior Design offers over 25 years of experience from New York’s most prestigious retailers in the home décor and fashion industries. Whether new construction, restoration, or renovation, they create rooms of casual elegance, integrating contemporary innovation with antiques, collectibles and fine art. Custom window treatments, a KWL specialty, feature the highest quality hand-detailed craftsmanship, which brings KWL’s passion for textiles in the home to life. Located in Asheville’s historic Kenilworth Inn, KWL opens the door to an eclectic world waiting to incorporate the unique side of your lifestyle within the comforts of your home.
Pleasant Surroundings, Inc.
1745 Brevard Road, Hendersonville
828-693-0079
http://pleasantsurroundingsinc.com
Pleasant Surroundings, Inc. has been creating fine interiors for homes, country clubs, restaurants and commercial spaces in Western North Carolina and the South Carolina Upstate for the past 13 years. Pleasant Surroundings consists of four professional interior designers and two project managers, as well as additional support staff. A small, efficient firm, they have the flexibility and expertise to participate in all levels of residential and commercial projects.