06/10/2026
Take another look at this special personal project by our Principal, Lisa Brooks. Her custom home design is a beautiful example of how a commercial designer creates their own dream space.
The Hideaway on Lake Norman was never intended to follow trends or satisfy a particular style. Instead, it became a deeply personal expression of the people, places, materials, and memories that have inspired Lisa for years.
Along with her lead project designer, Lucy Harrison, they chose handmade finishes and richly layered textures to spaces designed for gathering, every decision was rooted in authenticity rather than perfection. The result is a home that feels timeless because it reflects the people who live there—not a passing aesthetic.
The best designs tell a story. This one tells hers.
Photography | Scott Pope
Builder | John Williams
Design Team |
Martha Thomley, President and Owner
Emily Hiott, RID, NCIDQ Hiott, Vice President
Lucy Neal Harrison, Lead Interior Designer
