I recently had the pleasure of visiting Always Home in Durham, and I must say, it was a delightful…read moreexperience! This consignment store is a hidden gem packed with unique furniture finds and home decor treasures. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere. The layout is well-organized, making it easy to browse through the diverse selection of items. Whether you're looking for a statement piece or just something to refresh your space, you're bound to find something you love. What truly stood out to me was the exceptional service provided by the gentleman working there. His knowledge about the pieces in the store was impressive, and he went above and beyond to help me find exactly what I was looking for. He took the time to answer all my questions and offered great suggestions based on my style preferences. It's clear he is passionate about helping customers make their homes special. I left Always Home feeling thrilled with my purchase and grateful for the wonderful service. If you're in the market for quality furniture You won't be disappointed!

Always Home is a nice big store with a friendly staff, helpful service, and a great selection of…read morenice consignment furniture and art pieces! I bought a beautiful painting and the owner came by and helped me with the price since I was going to have to ship it. Beautiful treasures at very reasonable prices. I am very pleased with my shopping experience!

These types of antique stores are always hit or miss. We popped in on a whim even though we weren't…read morelooking for anything in particular. They had a selection of large and small pieces of furniture, plus a little adjacent art gallery. You can tell this place has been here a long time and will probably still be here for a long time.

Lots of great items at very reasonable prices. It's a fun store to stroll through to find a hidden…read moregem. The owner Blake was friendly and helpful.

If you're looking for high end items; I suggest you try them. Just be prepared to look for the best…read moreprices. They're a little on the expensive side. Still if you're looking for high end products with quality; I suggest you check them out.

This place has all sorts of wonderful finds. There are fun,…read morewhimsical things, as well as really nice, well-made antiques at reasonable prices. Just a really interesting, enjoyable experience.

Meadowmont Village is the place my wife and I have visited the most during our time in Chapel Hill…read more(2020-2024), mainly because of the Harris Teeter here, but also because of the property's restaurants and other businesses. This is a nice mixed-use development on the east side of Chapel Hill, close to the Durham border. It's just a short drive down highway 54 from I-40 exit 273 and it's not far from 15-501 either. Meadowmont Village sets itself apart from competition in the area by simply being nicer with a cleaner and more elevated atmosphere. The architectural design, layout, and landscaping make it a quaint, relaxing place to walk around. The tenant mix is a good combination of chain and local. This isn't a bigger, destination-type development like Fenton in Cary. Instead, it's smaller and quieter, and that's part of the appeal. It's never felt crowded or uncomfortable all the times I've been here. It's easy to get in and out and there always seems to be just the right amount of people, even when it's busy (e.g., active patios at Brixx, Bluebird, and Kahlovera). There's a pond and trails nearby and overall, the entire neighborhood is well-kept. When we first moved to the area, my wife and I frequented the Harris Teeter up 54 at Hope Valley Commons in Durham. We then switched to the Harris Teeter at Meadowmont Village because it's more secluded and has a calmer, more peaceful environment (inside and out). While I think the Harris Teeter at Hope Valley Commons is a little bigger with a slightly wider variety of inventory, that difference hasn't been big enough for us to switch back to the Hope Valley Commons Harris Teeter as our primary Harris Teeter. Below is a list of businesses at Meadowmont Village that we've been to so far. I've left Yelp reviews for most of them. Restaurants and Cafes * Bluebird - French bistro, one of our favorite restaurants in Chapel Hill. https://www.yelp.com/biz/bluebird-chapel-hill * Brixx Wood Fired Pizza + Craft Bar https://www.yelp.com/biz/brixx-wood-fired-pizza-craft-bar-chapel-hill * Fusion Fish - sushi restaurant, now closed (replaced by Lime & Lemon). https://www.yelp.com/biz/fusion-fish-chapel-hill-2 * Kahlovera Mexican Bar & Grill - great for tacos and margaritas (replaced Chronic Tacos). https://www.yelp.com/biz/kahlovera-mexican-bar-and-grill-chapel-hill-3 * Lime & Lemon Indian Grill & Bar - one of our favorite Indian restaurants in the Triangle and the restaurant we go to the most at Meadowmont Village. https://www.yelp.com/biz/lime-and-lemon-indian-grill-and-bar-chapel-hill * Meet Fresh - yummy Taiwanese desserts, the first and so far only Meet Fresh in the entire state. https://www.yelp.com/biz/meet-fresh-chapel-hill * Quickly - bubble tea and Taiwanese snacks. https://www.yelp.com/biz/quickly-chapel-hill-chapel-hill * Starbucks https://www.yelp.com/biz/starbucks-chapel-hill-4 Other * ABC Store - I got my groomsmen bottles of Jack Daniels from this store, part of the Orange County ABC Store network. https://www.yelp.com/biz/abc-store-chapel-hill-3 * Bell Meadowmont - my wife and I toured the apartments and considered living here. https://www.yelp.com/biz/bell-meadowmont-apartments-chapel-hill * Harris Teeter https://www.yelp.com/biz/harris-teeter-chapel-hill-5 * Meadowmont Dentistry https://www.yelp.com/biz/meadowmont-dentistry-chapel-hill * Monkee's of Chapel Hill - my wife bought a sundress here. https://www.yelp.com/biz/monkees-of-chapel-hill-chapel-hill * The UPS Store - I've swung by this location several times to ship things. https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-ups-store-chapel-hill Not far from Meadowmont Village is the Rizzo Center. It contains a conference center and hotel and is home to the UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School's Executive Development programs and the historic DuBose Home: https://www.yelp.com/biz/rizzo-center-chapel-hill

If you got laid last night and the person who got on top of you was not particularly good in bed,…read morethen that was a Mediocremount, and you should go to Mediocremount Village instead. But if that doesn't apply to you then this fancy shopping area will work out fine. They're trying to be European and stuff, and it's cute. Reminds me of some of the fancier parts of Northern Virginia or Maryland, but it's not cheap here. It's a cute brand-new shiny shopping center with some boba tea and some desserts and some food and a lot of high-end shops. They tried to make it like a little shopping Village and while it does seem fake it and contrived, it also is a really nice place to hang out and get some stuff - and it's peaceful and safe and quiet and reminds me of Virginia in some ways.

I love this store. It's a treat just to go in there and see all the wonderful, new things. I always…read morefind something I want. Today I bought salt-and-pepper shakers and Tahitian lime oil diffuser. Sally is wonderful and I wish her continued success. Will be back in the next couple of weeks to see what's new.

Lovely store, but I have truly never met a more rude individual than Sally. Severely disappointed…read moreand will not be going back.

We have had great experiences at Patinas. Their furniture and artistic accessories are uniquely…read moreselected for beauty, quality, style and agelessness. Sissy is very knowable about design and what would fit the clients needs. Last time in, we saw a very practical patio table and chair set. I was imminently due for ankle surgery. We bought it and said it might be a while before we could pick it up. 10 weeks or so later, I called to give an update on when I could pickup the furniture. Sissy offered to bring it to our N Durham cottage since she would be coming that way soon. What a nice surprise gesture. (Not their policy). Stop in the see the great offerings they have which turn over very rapidly and enjoy the fruits of their talents. Bruce and Kathy Harrod

What a beautiful store of unique, upscale, upcycled furniture! I happened to drive past and dropped…read morein, and was enchanted by the beauty of the unusual pieces. The store contains furniture of many styles but I am always drawn to unique antique pieces with soul, and this shop has many of those. I thought the prices were reasonable for the quality of the furniture and the work that went into them. I will definitely be back.

This store is a true design gem (not just in North Carolina but nationally - especially due to…read moretheir robust online offering and incredible design industry knowledge) and the owners (Ivy and John) are absolutely amazing in every possible way - truly the sweetest people. As a principal designer (with a key focus on interiors) at an award-winning national practice, I have worked with countless retailers, supply houses and interiors consultancies. Without question, these folks are my absolute favorite supply partners and I work with them every possible chance I get (note that they also offer trade pricing should you happen to be an architect or designer). Over the years my wife and I have bought several pieces from them at various price points and have always been impressed by their level of service, responsiveness, kindness, enthusiasm and overall product (and industry) knowledge. I truly cannot say enough great things about either the store itself or the people behind it.

I can't speak for the in-person experience since I ordered online, but from my email engagements…read morewith the founder of Palette & Parlor, Ivy Simon, I have to say this was my most fabulous buying experience. I had purchased an item that turned out to be unavailable until October and while Ivy could have let me wait, she actually emailed me within 24 hours of my purchase to give me a chance to cancel the order if I didn't want to wait. I really appreciated her gesture and ended up keeping the order. She was very responsive through the entire process and I can't rave enough about my experience. Thank you Ivy and as I had let you know, you have a lifetime customer.