--- title: "Dianne Davant and Associates — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/dianne-davant-and-associates-pfvwus-pf~1669804062 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1669804062.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Dianne Davant and Associates" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/0883cf14015af125_1568-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "5111 NC HWY 105 South, Banner Elk, North Carolina 28604, United States" latitude: 36.1705 longitude: -81.8412 phone: "(828) 963-7500" website: http://www.davant-interiors.com rating: 4.8 review_count: 27 best_of_houzz_awards: 13 followers: 342 last_updated: 2026-08-20 --- # Dianne Davant and Associates Original Houzz profile: [Dianne Davant and Associates](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/dianne-davant-and-associates-pfvwus-pf~1669804062) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Banner Elk, NC - **Serves:** Boone, Banner Elk, Foscoe, Blowing Rock, Beech Mountain, Newland, Sugar Mountain, Seven Devils, Linville, Valle Crucis, Crossnore, Grandfather, Montezuma, Pineola, Plumtree, Sugar Grove, Vilas - **Houzz rating:** 4.8 out of 5 (27 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 13 awards (2015–2024), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 50,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - High-end - 40 years in business Dianne Davant founded her interior design firm in 1979 in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. Now celebrating over 40 years, the firm has grown to include several very talented designers that dedicate themselves to providing the very best in interior design. While maintaining the company headquarters at the foot of Grandfather Mountain in Banner Elk, North Carolina, the firm opened an additional design studio in Florida in 1996. The dual studios allow Dianne and the design staff the convenience to work with clients throughout the year at either design studio. Both studios house a remarkable library of furnishing, fabric, flooring, wall covering and accessory selections and serve as the firm’s own in-house design centers. The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) is the leading professional organization for interior designers. Professional members must complete a combination of accredited design education and work experience as well as pass the accreditation exam administered by the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ). Each senior member of the design staff is a professional Member of ASID and has successfully completed the educational requirements and the NCIDQ exam. Our designers are also licensed in the State of Florida. IB0000766 ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Living Room Design - Bedroom Design - Color Consulting - Space Planning - Furniture Selection - Kids Bedroom Design - Dining Room Design - Custom Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Home Office Design & Construction - Custom Built-ins - Entry Design - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Playroom Design - Custom Furniture - Laundry Room Design - Mudroom Design - Nursery Design - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Home Bars - Art Selection - Closet Design - Universal Design - Basement Design - Custom Bookcases - Custom Entertainment Centers - Custom Walk-in Closets - Custom Fireplace Mantels - Home Theater Design - Sustainable Design - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Shelving - Custom Pantries - Home Staging - Holiday Decorating - Kitchen Remodeling ### Areas Served - Boone - Banner Elk - Foscoe - Blowing Rock - Beech Mountain - Newland - Sugar Mountain - Seven Devils - Linville - Valle Crucis - Crossnore - Grandfather - Montezuma - Pineola - Plumtree - Sugar Grove - Vilas ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Dianne Davant and Associates | | Address | 5111 NC HWY 105 South, Banner Elk, North Carolina 28604, United States | | Phone | (828) 963-7500 | | Website | http://www.davant-interiors.com | | License Number | ASID 22647 & Fl. IB0000766 | | Followers on Houzz | 342 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://facebook.com/davantinteriors - X (Twitter) — http://twitter.com/DavantInteriors - Blog — www.davant-interiors.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Dianne Davant and Associates](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/dianne-davant-and-associates-pfvwus-pf~1669804062) - **Website:** http://www.davant-interiors.com - **Phone:** (828) 963-7500 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Please click the follow link:http://davant-interiors.com/press.php - **Best of Houzz:** 13 awards (2015–2024), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019) - [American Society of Interior Designers](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/american-society-of-interior-designers-pfvwus-pf~1510192642) - [NCIDQ Examination](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/ncidq-examination-pfvwus-pf~882083937) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.8 out of 5 — 27 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Linda Laskin, Jan. 2020** > We just finished a remodel of a family home in North Carolina, so we reached out to Dianne Davant and Associates to help us with the project. We worked with Margaret Handley, who was terrific!! She quickly picked up on our style and taste, made great suggestions and created a design that worked perfectly for our family's lifestyle. We also live out of state, so Margaret had to lead the project remotely. She communicated quickly and efficiently, kept us involved in all of the design decisions, and earned our trust implicitly. From beginning to end the whole process was smooth, professional, and an overall delight. I highly recommend Dianne and her team for anyone seeking a beautiful design from a competent and wonderful design firm. **★★★★★ — Margaret McKibbin, Dec. 2018** > Pam McKay was a godsend. We renovated a home long-distance and she was wonderful about communicating with me, working within our budget, listening to us, introducing us to reputable subcontractors, and...yes, pushing us a bit out of our comfort zone. We ended up with a GORGEOUS home that's comfortable, much more up-to-date and perfect for us. I feel SO fortunate that Pam was recommended to us and that she took such good care of us and our project. **★★★★★ — rgbrinkley, Dec. 2018** > Margaret Handley is delightful and a real pro. She has helped us from the beginning of our mountain house construction. > She listens carefully to get a sense of the client’s style, and uses her skills to create accordingly. > Margaret is especially innovative with space design. She helped us create and use space more interestingly, more productively and in ways that enhance the aesthetics. > We highly recommend her. **Comment from Dianne Davant and Associates:** > Wow! Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to post a review! We look forward to continuing with your beautiful project! **★★★★ — Anne Findlay Vail, Dec. 2018** > Margaret Handley worked with us on two projects - a mountain house and a city house. Each design was distinctive and lovely. Our big mountain house needed everything: interior and exterior renovation required design support on all levels and Margaret delivered spectacular results. Our 100 year old city house required expert input on furniture and fabrics in several rooms, which Margaret handled beautifully. **Comment from Dianne Davant and Associates:** > Hi Anne, > > We greatly appreciate your taking the time to write a review! It is our pleasure to help create your dream home and we are so pleased that you are enjoying it! **★★★★★ — laurie readhead, Dec. 2018** > I have been working with Margaret Handley on my mountain home remodel. Project has included full remodel, including cabinets, flooring and furniture. Margaret has done a terrific job across all aspects, including floor plan redesign. She's responsive and has worked well with the contractor. She's also well connected in the community to provide additional referrals as needed. I highly recommend working with Margaret and Davant. **Comment from Dianne Davant and Associates:** > Thank you, Laurie, for taking the time to post a review! It is our pleasure to meet your needs as a client and we look forward to meeting your future design needs! Happy New Year! **★★★★★ — tsphares1, Dec. 2018** > We recently purchased a new condo in Boone, NC. As a Christmas gift, my husband told me to hire a decorator. Our primary residence is 2.5 hours away and I can’t run back and forth to decorate. After comparing various decorators in the area, I chose Margaret Handley from Dianne Davant and Associates in Banner Elk, NC. When we had our initial meeting, I described my family, vision for the condo and color preferences. After choosing a few pieces together, Margaret was on her own. Wow! She did not disappoint. My husband was impressed with her attention to detail and our grown sons all said she really gets me. I could not be happier. **Comment from Dianne Davant and Associates:** > We greatly appreciate your taking the time to post such a glowing review! We are so excited that you are happy with the design of your new condo & hope we continue to satisfy your future design needs!! **★★★★★ — Keith Handler, Dec. 2018** > Purchasing a new property is daunting task on its own let alone the additional stress of trying to properly outfit it. This is where the professionals at Dianne Davant and Associates shine. I had the distinct pleasure of working with Margaret Handley. She is professional, knowledgable, and dedicated to her craft. I will always appreciate the ease in which she made the process of transforming a vision into a reality. She is a pleasure to do business with and I highly recommend her and the company to anyone looking for the best in interior design **Comment from Dianne Davant and Associates:** > Thank you, Keith, for taking the time to post such a kind review! We couldn't happier that you are so pleased with the design of your new home. Please be in touch with any future design needs. Happy New Year! **★★★★★ — Banner's Cabinets, Jan. 2018** > Dianne Davant is a long-time friend and colleague of Banner’s Cabinets. We have worked on dozens of projects together over the past 35+ years. She and her crew are inventive, insightful, and creative. The interior spaces that they have designed incorporating our cabinetry have been beautiful, functional, and reflective of the owners’ personalities and personal styles. Dianne and her employees have always been friendly and professional, willing to accommodate project requirements and incorporate every aspect of functionality into the overarching design style. We highly recommend them for your interior design needs! **Comment from Dianne Davant and Associates:** > Thank you Banner's Cabinets, for the kind words and recommendations! We highly recommend you as well! We also cherish the working relationship that has been maintained for many years and know it will remain a good one for years to come. **★★★★★ — Blue Ridge Mountain Club, Nov. 2017** > Dianne Davant and Associates is an excellent resource in the High Country. Creative, reliable, and willing to look at projects from a different perspective- they make my job that much easier! **★★★★★ — Lynn Eisenberg, Sept. 2017** > We enjoyed an exceptional relationship with our talented and compassionate designer, Pam McKay. Pam graciously worked with much of our existing furniture and art work and truly created a home for our family that we adore. Pam was able to create our home in a matter of a couple of months and we thoroughly appreciate every moment of commitment and creativity that she has but into this project. > Our family wants to give a huge thank you to Peter Brown and to Gary Fox who have provided a remarkable service to us. Peter and Gary did the pick up, the delivery and much of the placement of our furnishings. Their happy smiles and can do attitudes made our move so much fun. They could not have been more helpful and their energy, expertise and reliability are absolutely worth noting. **★★★★★ — Sally Miranda, Sept. 2017** > We are very happy with the design work at our NC home. Dianne Davant and Pam McKay were our team. They are very talented, very professional, with excellent accounting. We remodeled our NC condo, redesigned bathrooms and the kitchen. We removed walls to open up the space. They coordinated with the builder through out the entire project. We love the new colors and furniture. We feel we hired the very best. Love the results. SM **★★★★★ — VPC Builders, LLC, Jan. 2017** > Pam McKay of Dianne Davant and Associates has incredible talent and expertise and was a pleasure to do business with while working on our company office. She has an incredible eye for design and was a key part to finding the perfect ideas for our office in Banner Elk. Pam and everyone at Dianne Davant and Associates are extremely professional and delivered unrivaled expertise in a time crunch and managed to meet and exceed our expectations. ## Selected projects - [Cozy Grandfather Mountain Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cozy-grandfather-mountain-retreat-pj-vj~6570922) - Location: Grandfather, NC - Photos: 21 - [Blue Ridge Mountain Condo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/blue-ridge-mountain-condo-pj-vj~6570894) - Location: Blowing Rock, NC - Photos: 11 - [Blowing Rock, NC Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/blowing-rock-nc-custom-home-pj-vj~6570854) - Location: Blowing Rock, NC - Photos: 30 - [Old East Ridge Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/old-east-ridge-project-pj-vj~5862653) - Location: Deep Gap, NC - Photos: 23 - [Linville Ridge Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/linville-ridge-home-pj-vj~5590997) - Location: Linville, NC - Photos: 19 - [Eseeola Lodge Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eseeola-lodge-retreat-pj-vj~5593289) - Location: Linville, NC - Photos: 24 - [Bousquette Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bousquette-residence-pj-vj~2116357) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - [Lum Residence - Palm City, FL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lum-residence-palm-city-fl-pj-vj~3002679) - Location: Palm City, FL - Photos: 11 - [Eclectic Mountain Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eclectic-mountain-home-pj-vj~748304) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 39 - [Cote Residence Banner Elk, NC](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cote-residence-banner-elk-nc-pj-vj~2171659) - Location: Banner Elk, NC - Photos: 13 - [Western NC Mountain Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/western-nc-mountain-cottage-pj-vj~1020966) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 80 - Description: Not too traditional, not too rustic, but perfectly in-between, this mountain cottage home seamlessly blends the two styles. - [Mountain Modern Bistro](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mountain-modern-bistro-pj-vj~493609) - Location: Boone, NC - Photos: 10 - [Adams Residence Linville NC](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/adams-residence-linville-nc-pj-vj~2080051) - Location: Banner Elk, NC - Photos: 23 - [Wilson Residence - Blowing Rock, NC](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wilson-residence-blowing-rock-nc-pj-vj~2090893) - Location: Blowing Rock, NC - Photos: 21 - Description: This lovely cottage was designed with mountain elegance. From the curved craftsman entryway to the gourmet cove cooking range, this home is a treat! - [Walnut Cove NC Rustic Mountain Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/walnut-cove-nc-rustic-mountain-home-pj-vj~493580) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 57 - [Modern Mountain Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-mountain-home-pj-vj~505952) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 24 - [Highland House Banner Elk NC](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/highland-house-banner-elk-nc-pj-vj~748211) - Location: Banner Elk, NC - Photos: 33 - [Blowing Rock NC Mountain Home Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/blowing-rock-nc-mountain-home-remodel-pj-vj~1378770) - Location: Blowing Rock, NC - Photos: 22 - Description: Originally built in 1924, this Blowing Rock NC home recently underwent a complete remodel. The homeowners wanted to maintain the original "mountain traditional" look of the home but with modern updates and a more tailored look. The result is perfectly that! - [Mountain Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mountain-cottage-pj-vj~207492) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 110 - [Gothic Castle in the Blue Ridge Mountains](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gothic-castle-in-the-blue-ridge-mountains-pj-vj~206685) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 37 [See all 32 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/dianne-davant-and-associates-pfvwus-pf~1669804062) ## Community Q&A **Q: what paint do,our is used in the living room?** *(in Photo Questions)* Paint colour in living room? A: Thank you for finding us, but I'm afraid the paint color was chosen prior to us being hired for the interior design. We have found that the Sherwin Williams Ecru is a great shade of white/neutral that is similar in color. Hope that helps! **Q: rug in living room** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you tell me brand of beige and cream animal print looking rug? A: Hi there! Thank you for your interest in one of our projects. The Living Room rug is a custom rug from Masland Carpets. **Q: would you mind sharing where you found the dining room chairs** *(in Photo Questions)* Dining room chairs A: Thank you for reaching out! These fine Italian chairs are from a company called Sedesi. Here is the link: https://www.sedersi.net/ **Q: couch fabric question** *(in Photo Questions)* What type of fabric is on the couches? It has a softness and texture to it. I really like it. Chenille?? A: The sofa fabric is a chenille...isn't it great?! It is called 'Tynedale Sandstone' by Vanguard, but I believe it is now discontinued :( **Q: What brand is the beautiful animal print rug in the Great room?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: It's beautiful, isn't it?! This rug is manufactured by Masland Carpets. The print is called Antelope:beige. **Q: What color stain is this?** *(in Photo Questions)* What color stain is this? A: Hi there, I'm afraid the house was built before we designed the interior, so not certain what the stain color is. It is quite beautiful though, isn't it? --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-20.*