Ethan Allen — Local services in Winston-Salem

My experience with designer Laura Dotson was phenomenal. I highly recommend her. I also want to share an anecdote to help you decide which brand of furniture is right for you.

19 years ago as a frugal homeowner I wrestled with the purchase decision for a large EA sectional sofa which seemed so expensive at the time. Since then it has withstood the rigors of heavy daily use, perhaps even abuse and neglect, and it never failed us. Only recently have we concluded it is due for restoration or replacement. Seeking information associated with that need is what put me in touch with Laura as a remote customer. Owning that sofa reminded me that in the long run, value is of much greater importance than original cost.

From the outset, dealing with Laura was a pleasure. You will fInd her to be consistently upbeat, energetic, reliable, and thoroughly knowledgeable about EA products. For example, she quickly gathered historical information about the very durable fabric which had served us so well for 19 years, and pointed me to a modern day replacement which would serve us just as well or better while coordinating with the unusual decor of our rustic 1784 home.

Through it all, Laura patiently and expertly guided and educated me as I closed in on my decision. On multiple occasions I received informative texts and emails from her well outside of normal business hours, a testament to her dedication.

You would be hard pressed to find a better partner for optimizing the interior of your...

After trekking through so many stores with falling apart showroom furniture, I was happy to find that Ethan Allen makes solid furniture. I was looking to replace my current table, chair sets, office, and bedroom furniture with something durable, but matches my home decor.

Megan was very knowledgeable with what Ethan Allen makes, and was receptive to my design ideas. It was important that the furniture match my style, and Megan made sure that each furniture piece would fit exactly into each room. There was so many choices and custom features that made my furniture unique for me. From the table legs style to the fabric of my headboard. The only thing I didn’t like is that Ethen Allen bookshelves do not come with an option for extra shelves. Megan made sure to keep me updated to when the furniture would be finished and when it would be delivered.

The delivery crew was very respectful of my home, making sure each furniture piece had felt pads were they might scratch my floors, and made sure everything was were I wanted in the house. Including assembling furniture and taking furniture upstairs.

This experience was wonderful, everything looks great and fits just where I need it to. I would definitely shop with Megan and Ethan...

I've worked with other designers but did feel they were in touch with my personality. I can't say enough good things about working with Megan. She came into my home to measure the space and I could immediately tell she knew she had a higher level of expertise in the design field. She did not force her concept as we were talking about my desired end effect. I felt my voice was heard with the pieces I wanted to keep in the room and pieces I was open to changing.

Megan designed the space and had color photos of what my space would look like when I visited the showroom to select fabrics. She had absolutely beautiful color combinations ready to sort through. Again, I was pleasantly surprised at the level at which the colors and patterns/solids blended. The explanation on how to layer patterns and when to go with a print, when to go with a darker color, when to go lighter made so much sense!

Megan even called after I left the showroom to see if I wanted to have a bench tufted. That was just the right touch for the solid material I selected. She is passionate about her work and strives for a complete customer satisfaction experience.

Megan is amazing! I can't wait to get the pieces...