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in South Korea, which strengthened her
love for the style.
One standout element amid Mau-
reen's contemporary décor is anything
but Asian, nevertheless blending flaw-
lessly with her design scheme: North
Carolina face jugs. She said, "ey're
my favorite things," while she flipped
different combinations of switches to
light them most flatteringly.
Fired in the Catawba Valley of North
Carolina since the early 1900s, face
jug history is still debated. Most likely,
they were a precursor to the modern
childproof cap (especially in matters
where moonshine was concerned). It
is apropos that the jugs sit high, lord-
ing over Maureen and Dan's breakfast
nook, formerly a full bar room prior to
renovation.
Adjacent to the breakfast nook is a
sunroom, featuring the original bay
window, which offers a panoramic view
of the back yard and original outdoor
stove. Maureen's next project is back-
yard landscaping and building a patio
area to incorporate the old stove.
Walking room to room, Maureen
After a hearty greeting from Lily, a visitor expects to see the classic American
theme continued into the threshold of their home, but an aesthetically pleasant
surprise awaits, as the interior is predominantly adorned in contemporary Asian
design. A smattering of various army unit momentos and token gifts line the
shelves of Dan's man cave. If those old walls could talk…
Photography
by
Jen
Tarbox
