CollXtion Magazine: Inspired Living & Design
A SHOWCASE OF INTERIORS AND DESIRES
CollXtion Magazine featured a 10-page spread on Saratay Falls Lot 5, a custom luxury home designed and built by Loudermilk Homes in the Saratay Falls community in Cashiers, North Carolina. The home was chosen by the Cashiers Historical Society as the 2025 Designer Showhouse, a major fundraising event that brings together a dozen interior design professionals to design a space in the home that celebrates the heritage and culture of Cashiers.
CASHIERS DESIGNER SHOWHOUSE AT SARATAY FALLS IN CASHIERS, NC
Set within North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, the Cashiers Designer Showhouse at Saratay Falls presents a considered examination of architecture, interiors, and craftsmanship shaped by place. Now a recognized destination for design professionals and enthusiasts, the annual showcase provides a curated lens on contemporary mountain living. Proceeds benefit the Cashiers Historical Society, contributing to the stewardship of the region’s architectural and cultural heritage.
The experience unfolds well before arrival at the residence. At The Village Green, a thoughtfully assembled collection of shops and artists broadens the scope of the event, foregrounding community, creativity, and regional character. Visitors wonder through curated offerings while awaiting shuttle transport, easing into the rhythm of the day.
Local contemporary artist Laura Moser of Laura Moser Art commands attention with expressive works, while Charleston Shoe Co. exemplifies refined comfort through craftsmanship-driven footwear. The Vagabond Travel Company introduces umbrellas distinguished by precision, and Dubarry of Ireland brings tailored apparel rooted in heritage and performance.
Alongside a broader roster of exhibitors, these elements reinforce the showhouse’s guiding philosophy: design understood not as decoration alone, but as a way of living shaped by quality and intention.
Saratay Falls Lot 5 in Cashiers, NC, was designed and built by Loudermilk Homes.
A Study in Design and Setting
The residence operates as a conversation between interior architecture and its environment. Light, scale, and proportion shape movement throughout the home, while each room reflects the distinct perspective of its designer. Together, the interiors form layered composition — varied in expression, cohesive in purpose.
A Grand Welcome — The Summer House by Reeves
The exterior entryway and front porch, designed by Rebecca McCracken and Lisa Hodge of The Summer House by Reeves in Highlands, North Carolina, establish a confident introduction. Texture, materiality, and architectural detailing create a sense of arrival that balances warmth with clarity, forming a seamless transition between exterior approach and interior experience.
Entryway designed by The Summer House by Reeves.
The Heart of the Home — J. Banks Design Group
Designed by Sarah Kowalski of J. Banks Design Group, the foyer, grand room, and kitchen progress as an interconnected sequence defined by proportion and restraint. Material selections and a disciplined palette provide continuity, allowing the spaces to adapt naturally from daily routines to social occasions.
Expansive glazing in the grand room draws daylight across the interior, strengthening visual ties to the surrounding landscape.
Within the kitchen, a marble island establishes a strong focal point, accompanied by sculptural lighting and a wood-planked ceiling that introduces contrast and depth. Circulation flows intuitively, reinforcing the kitchen’s dual role as functional workspace and gathering point.
J. Banks Design Group has locations in both Cashiers, North Carolina, and Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.
The kitchen, designed by J. Banks Design Group.
The grand room, designed by J. Banks Design Group.
Artful Living — Atelier Maison & Co.
The gallery sitting room, designed by Liz Myers of Atelier Maison & Co. in Asheville, North Carolina, occupies the intersection of living space and exhibition. Art remains central to the room’s identity, supported by furnishings that maintain comfort without diminishing visual impact.
The gallery sitting room, designed by Atelier Maison & Co.
Outdoor Living — A-List Antiques
The patio and breezeway, designed by Ann Miller Hopkins of A-List Antiques in Cashiers, North Carolina, extend the interior’s design language into the landscape. Durable materials and carefully selected furnishings support daily use while maintaining composure. These spaces accommodate gathering, entertaining, and quiet reflection, shaped by their natural surroundings.
The patio and breezeway were designed by A-List Antiques.
Where Style Gathers — Loudermilk Designs
The dining room, conceived by Roane Loudermilk of Loudermilk Designs in Atlanta, balances elegance with ease. Carefully considered proportions and furnishings support extended meals and lingering conversation, offering a setting that feels formal yet approachable.
The dining room, designed by Loudermilk Designs.
Elevated Essentials — Spruce Interiors
Under the direction of Melanie Couch and Nancy Dyleski of Spruce Interiors in Highlands, North Carolina, these transitional spaces receive the same level of attention as primary rooms. Intelligent planning, rich materials, and precise detailing elevate functionality while maintaining visual interest.
The mud room and laundry area, designed by Spruce Interiors.
The powder room, designed by Spruce Interiors.
A Composed Retreat — Eric Ross Interiors
The owner’s suite, designed by Eric Ross of Eric Ross Interiors in Nashville, Tennessee, prioritizes comfort through scale, texture, and a restrained palette. Tailored furnishings and filtered light allow architecture to guide the atmosphere, resulting in a space that feels calm, private, and intentionally understated.
The owner’s suite, designed by Eric Ross Interiors.
Tailored Function — Courtney Moss Design
Designed by Courtney Moss of Courtney Moss Design in Macon, Georgia, the owner’s bathroom emphasizes symmetry and spatial clarity. Dual vanities define a central axis, while marble surfaces, integrated lighting, and clean-lined cabinetry establish a refined architectural framework. Select mirrors and accessories introduce focus without distraction.
The adjoining closet continues this disciplined approach. Custom millwork in muted woodtones provides order and continuity, while glass-front cabinetry introduces transparency and rhythm. A central island supports organization and creates a display space, complemented by artwork and patterned Roman shades that lend depth and character.
The owner’s suite bathroom, designed by Courtney Moss Design.
Walk-in closet in the owner’s suite, designed by Courtney Moss Design.
Individuality with Cohesion in Every Guest Suite
Each guest suite offers a singular design narrative, confident in expression, deliberate in detail, while remaining thoughtfully aligned with the home’s overarching architectural language. Rather than relying on repetition, these rooms embrace contrast as a means of continuity, demonstrating how varied palettes, textures, and references can coexist within a cohesive framework.
Bedroom & Bathroom #4 — Louise Hane Interior Design
Louise Hane of Louise Hane Interior Design in Rock Hill, South Carolina, interprets tradition with clarity and restraint, resulting in a guest suite that feels both timeless and deeply personal. A classic canopy bed anchors the room, layered in a delicate floral pattern and complemented by furnishings that reference history without feeling referential. Soft blue wall coverings provide a quiet backdrop for art, ceramics, and floral motifs to register as intentional accents rather than ornament. The atmosphere is serene yet layered with complexity — an elegant study in proportion, comfort, and enduring design.
Bedroom #4, designed by Louise Hane Interior Design.
Bathroom #4, designed by Louise Hane Interior Design.
Bedroom & Bathroom #2 — Courtney Agosti Interior Design
Courtney Brown of Courtney Agosti Interior Design in Charleston, South Carolina, brings a confident hand to this guest suite, where saturated ochre walls set a spirited tone tempered by classical restraint. Twin beds framed with tailored canopies introduce structure while maintaining visual lightness, their soft neutral layers offering balance against the room’s rich color story. Antiques, sculptural lighting, and curated artwork lend depth and character, creating an environment that feels composed yet inviting. The result is a space defined by personality and polish, thoughtful in detail, welcoming in spirit.
Bedroom #2, designed by Courtney Agosti Interior Design.
Bathroom #2, designed by Courtney Agosti Interior Design.
Movement with Meaning — Caroline Brackett Studio of Design
Circulation spaces receive international treatment through the work of Caroline Brackett of Caroline Brackett Studio of Design in Greenville, South Carolina. The stairs, loft, and hallways introduce visual rhythm and continuity, demonstrating how transitional areas contribute to the overall narrative.
Loft designed by Caroline Brackett Studio of Design.
Bedroom & Bathroom #3 — Yancey Seibert Shearouse Interior Design, Ltd.
This suite was designed by Yancey Seibert Shearouse Interior Design, Ltd. in Augusta, Georgia, and it expresses a bold, self-assured sensibility shaped through pattern, texture, and a dynamic mix of influences. Cool toned walls establish a calm foundation, while vibrant textiles and collected furnishings introduce rhythm and contrast. An animal-print accent chair delivers an unexpected edge, countered by tailored drapery and precisely placed accessories. Framed by views of the surrounding landscape, the room strikes a confident balance between refinement and individuality, distinctive without excess.
Bedroom #3, designed by Yancey Seibert Shearouse Interior Design, Ltd.
Bathroom #3, designed by Yancey Seibert Shearouse Interior Design, Ltd.
Steeped in Style That Enhances Everyday Living
The Cashiers Designer Showhouse at Saratay Falls Lot 5 exemplifies a disciplined approach to contemporary mountain modern luxury living. Each custom-designed interior reflects clear intent, illustrating how architecture and design respond to context while retaining individuality.
For visitors, the showhouse offers insight into current design thinking, tangible inspiration, and an appreciation for spaces that enhance everyday life. Grounded in craft, collaboration, and purpose, the experience supports the preservation of local legacy while presenting a compelling vision for mountain modern luxury living.
