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atching Patrick Leclair work his magic
can make you forget, for a few moments,
about things like global uncertainty and
disconcerting news reports. Here in one
small room of a Fayetteville home, he has taken discarded
pieces of furniture, vintage accessories and estate sale
finds and used them to stage a soothing retreat perfect for
inspiring creativity.
Here is an answer, a departure from the ordinary, for
those of us suddenly finding ourselves in need of a home
office, a place to stash a laptop, printer, paperwork and files.
A peaceful place to get a little work done and take a much-
needed deep, deep breath.
An old draing table that someone no longer needed
serves as an adjustable desk, accompanied by an Army green
file cabinet with handsome brass hardware. A patterned rug
and throw contribute a southwestern feel, along with plants
potted in baskets and pottery vases. Vintage album covers
serve as artwork in contrast to volumes of classical literature
and rare first editions on the built-in bookshelves.
A couple of guitars suggest a break from work to rekindle
the creative flow.
"Being in a creative environment helps me coordinate
my thoughts," Leclair said, picking up one of the guitars
and strumming a few chords. "Everywhere you look in this
room, there's something that makes you feel good."
Leclair, former director of visual presentation for Ralph
Lauren-Club Monaco in New York City, opened Leclair's
General Store in the heart of Haymount in 2017 shortly
aer relocating here with his family. e store, which offers
coffee, wine, cra beer, antiques, art and local goods, is
filled with items from his own collection, most of which are
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BY KIM HASTY | PHOTOGRAPHY BY MATTHEW WONDERLY
Restore Warehouse treasures inspire
creativity, help those in need
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