A Look Inside Maison Bleue in Governors Club

After years in a home that reflected someone else's taste, these homeowners were ready for a fresh start. They wanted something personal, a space that matched their routines, their style, and the way they gather as a family. What they got is a luxury custom home in Governors Club that feels warm, collected, and genuinely theirs.

What makes this project especially remarkable: they built it entirely from out of state.

Building from afar, and never losing control

Through BOLD Construction's fixed-price design-build process, consistent communication, and structured decision-making, these homeowners stayed fully engaged without constant travel. They flew in exactly once, for the MEP walk-through to review mechanical, electrical, and plumbing locations in person. Every other milestone was handled remotely with clarity and confidence.

This project is proof that building a custom home in Chapel Hill doesn't require you to live here full time. With the right team and process, building from afar can feel steady, collaborative, and well managed.

The vision: modern vintage with warmth and character

The design process began with listening. What did they love about their previous home? What did they want to leave behind? Which spaces mattered most to them?

Because they had collected beautiful antique furniture over the years, the entire home was designed around a modern vintage aesthetic. Clean architectural lines create a fresh, contemporary foundation, while warm wood tones, layered textures, and carefully chosen finishes add depth and personality. The result is welcoming and elevated, with details that feel intentional from the very first step inside.

Designed around how they actually live

Every major selection in this home was shaped by how the homeowners planned to use each space. The result is a house that supports real life, not a showroom.

Artist's studio

Designed as the brightest room in the house, this dedicated studio prioritizes natural light, creating a calm, open, inspiring space for watercolor painting and everyday creativity.

Media room

A true retreat, comfortable, functional, and set apart from the main living areas. The perfect place to unwind at the end of the day or gather for movie nights.

Cook's kitchen with scullery

Built for someone who genuinely loves to cook and host, this kitchen opens to the great room and had to be both beautiful and hardworking. A statement range in deep blue with gold detailing anchors the space, supported by a full scullery for prep and entertaining, warm wood tones, and layered finishes that feel refined without feeling formal.

A grand welcome

The entry makes an immediate statement. Double front doors are topped by a dramatic 12-foot arched transom, and inside, a vaulted foyer features floor-to-ceiling trimwork that sets an exciting pace for everything that follows. Guests feel the scale and craftsmanship the moment they arrive.

A material story told in blue, wood, and metal

As selections came together, a clear palette emerged throughout the home:

• Repeating shades of blue that bring calm and continuity from room to room

• Warm wood tones that ground the clean modern architecture

• A mix of classic polished nickel and softer brushed gold finishes

  
  

These elements repeat throughout the home in a cohesive way, creating continuity while still allowing each space to feel distinct.

For those considering a custom home in Governors Club, this project is a strong example of what can happen when vision, process, and execution are aligned.

Maison Bleue was built by BOLD Construction in Governors Club.