Peek inside NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin's renovated Lake Norman mansion
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Earlier this year, Netflix's "NASCAR: Full Speed" highlighted massive mansions like Denny Hamlin's. Recently, local interior designers gave the home a new look.
Why it matters: Local race car drivers have been known to own some of the hottest real estate in the area — from the "Talladega Nights" mansion to an equestrian estate in Mooresville.
Catch up quick: It has been a big year for Hamlin, between the show and a recent engagement, so his family sought to remodel their house to match their new lifestyle.
Zoom in: They hired North Carolina natives Berkeley Minkhorst and Kelley Lentini, who own House of Nomad, to upgrade several parts of the home's interior.
- The designers often sculpt their styles around their clients' intentions, but their expertise typically leans toward a modern and layered look.
- You can get an idea of the pair's eclectic style from some of the global finds they carry in their SouthPark home decor shop.
The vibe: Major renovations aimed to provide a lighter feel compared to the home's previous dark and masculine style, according to Minkhorst.
- To achieve the desired look, they focused on the entry, kitchen, primary bedroom and living room. Highlighted new additions in those spaces include a built-in custom bed, gold marble tile, hardware, wallpaper, and painted cabinets and walls.
- An existing expansive window view of the lake inspired them to incorporate tons of neutral tones and blues for their color palette.
- Smaller tweaks include upgraded furnishings in the outdoor and dining spaces.
- They removed heavy wood from the ceiling and painted the dark wood accents, making the space feel airy and family-friendly.
What's next: They plan to expand on the new look in other areas of the home. Minkhorst says they already started making changes to the kids' playroom and the media room.
Take a look around. All photos courtesy of Brie Williams.
