Where Wellness Meets Design

In Cashiers, a thoughtfully curated destination is changing the way homes are designed, built, and furnished—prioritizing health, harmony, and lasting value.

Sean Sullivan of the Sullivan Family of Companies has dedicated his life to building homes that do more than just provide shelter—they promote health, sustainability, and well-being. In 2020, he and his wife, Laura, opened Atelier Maison & Co in Cashiers, offering a curated selection of non-toxic, sustainable furniture. Today, that single store has evolved into the heart of the Sullivan Family of Companies, bringing their complete philosophy of holistic living under one roof at their new location at 75 Village Walk in Cashiers. Clients can now tap into the full breadth of the Sullivans’ expertise: design green with ID.ology Interiors & Design, build green with Living Stone Design + Build, and furnish green with Atelier Maison & Co.

Sean’s journey to creating this innovative business empire began in his father’s garage workshop, where early carpentry lessons sparked a lifelong passion for building. A Marine Corps pilot’s son who learned to adapt and improvise across different countries and states, Sullivan carried those skills into his first woodworking job in Beaufort, SC and later into residential construction work with Habitat for Humanity during college. After earning his contractor’s license in 2001, Sean established Living Stone Construction, focusing on high-quality, custom-built homes.

The Great Recession became a turning point for Sean and his wife, Laura. Working with architects, they recognized the frustrations of bidding wars and miscommunication between builders and clients. To solve this, the couple created a “trees to keys” approach, guiding clients from lot selection through design, construction, and final furnishing, all within prescribed budgets and timelines. This approach led to the launch of ID.ology Interiors & Design, integrating architectural, interior design, and construction phases into a seamless experience aligned with their commitment to sustainability.

As the Sullivans delved deeper into eco-friendly construction, they discovered that the furniture industry faced the same issues with toxic chemicals as building materials. This realization led to the opening of Atelier Maison & Co in 2020, first in Asheville and later that year in Cashiers, as a curated source for non-toxic, eco-friendly furnishings. Today, their Cashiers location at 75 Village Walk houses the retail showroom, while 79 Village Walk offers conference space where ID.ology and Living Stone collaborate with clients.

“We are passionate about what we do,” Sean says. “Our clients work their whole lives to build these homes, and we don’t want them to spend their best days sick.” This dedication drives everything they do. Sullivans’ homes are certified with Energy Star, NC Green Built Alliance, Indoor Air Plus, and Net Zero Ready, making them more valuable from day one.

The impact extends far beyond individual homes. In a region where luxury mountain retreats represent lifetime investments, the Sullivan Family of Companies is proving that you don’t have to choose between elegance and wellness. Their approach addresses a critical need that many homeowners don’t even realize they have—creating spaces that actively promote health rather than silently compromise it. With half a dozen projects underway, the Sullivans are continuing to expand their vision. As word spreads through the tight-knit plateau community about homes that don’t off-gas chemicals, that maintain excellent indoor air quality, and that use materials sourced for both beauty and safety, the Sullivans are pioneering a new standard for mountain living.

By Marlene Osteen, photos by Mary Gillan Renfro