a b o d e

Interior Design, Home Furnishings, Gifts & Accessories ABOUT THE DESIGNER

Mary Tobias Miller has been an interior designer since 1983. Mrs. Not only did Mrs.

She moved to New York City after earning a BA degree in Art History and Design from Hollins College. She initially attended the New York School of Design Entree program, but then later went on to get her BS degree from Parsons School of Design and The New School.Mary first worked for Suzie Frankfurt interiors in New York. They designed a wide range of homes for prominent New Yorkers as well as man

y celebrity residences. Frankfurt was very plugged into the New York social scene. She was friends with Andy Warhol and in fact, did a book with him. She was also very tied in to the auction houses, for both personal and business related interests. In addition to managing Suzie Frankfurt’s office, Mary’s duties included purchasing fine antiques from Sotheby’s and Christies at auction for the firm’s clients. This is where Mary developed her love of period and vintage antiques. She was later hired by Sotheby’s to work the evening and weekend Art and Antique Auctions. She did this in addition to working her interior design jobs during the week. After completing her degree at Parsons, Mrs. Miller added some Commercial Interior Design to her resume by taking a job with Tom Lee Ltd, run by Sarah Lee. This firm specified interiors for many of the fine Hotels in New York and around the Country. Before starting her own firm in 1986, Mrs. Miller took a design position with Dean Patterson Bauer of New York. Bauer’s expertise lay in the extremely detailed work of multi-million dollar full scale renovations. Miller utilize her space planning skills acquired at Parsons, but she learned first hand the intricacies of the plumbing; electrical and woodwork construction necessary to meet the stringent codes of New York City. The firm also had to meet the needs and high standards of their very discerning clientele. In 1986, Mary Tobias Interiors (later Mary Tobias Miller Interior Design)was established. At this point, Mrs. Miller was able to employ all the skills she had gleaned from her education and on the job experience. She later went on to work as an importer of French and English Antiques with a Paris based business partner. More recently, she opened a b o d e in Charlotte North Carolina. Abode houses a retail showroom of transitional and vintage home furnishings and accessories. In addition, Mary Tobias Miller’s full-service Interior Design Studio operates out of the showroom.

09/04/2026

Last call! Our dresses are 50% off and the sale ends tomorrow, so if you’ve been eyeing one (or three), now’s the time. Consider this your friendly nudge to treat yourself before the clock runs out.

Shop the sale online or in store, today’s basically your last chance!
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08/27/2026

kinda chic… 🛋️🩵🪞

Sales happening in both Charlotte and Linville! Come see us and find something special for your home!

08/15/2026

Happy Saturday! Kicking off the weekend with a STOREWIDE SALE in Charlotte!

✨ 20% OFF the entire store
✨ Up to 60% OFF select merchandise!

Come shop our Charlotte location and find something special for your home! Some exclusions apply.

08/14/2026

Setting a beautiful table isn’t about matching, it’s about mixing. Fresh flowers for the centerpiece, glassware in every color, a few vintage plates thrown in, and patterns that talk to each other instead of hiding. That’s the Abode approach to tablescaping.

Screenshot this for your next gathering and get your pieces at our store in person or online.
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08/12/2026

Set the table with intention. 🪷 A beautiful mix of patterned linens, hand-embroidered napkins, colorful glassware, florals, and thoughtfully chosen tableware come together to create a table that feels collected, personal, and ready for gathering. Find all the finishing touches at Abode.

08/04/2026

Join the Abode team! 🌸 We’re hiring a Part-Time Retail Sales Associate for our Charlotte location.

If you’re passionate about providing exceptional customer service, apply today!

07/28/2026

Your home should tell your story, not just fill a room. 🏡

Mary Tobias Miller believes the most inviting homes aren’t designed all at once. They’re collected over time. Swipe through for her 5 tips on creating a space that feels genuinely, unmistakably yours: mixing old with new, layering textures, playing with color, and leaving room for the pieces that actually mean something to you.

Save this one and come back to it the next time you’re decorating. ✨

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07/26/2026

Your entryway sets the tone for the entire home. Layer sculptural accents, timeless lighting, and collected details. ✨ Everything you need for an elevated entryway is waiting for you at Abode. Come see us!

07/21/2026

Come sit on Mary’s porch with us! She’s showing off her outdoor table styling and talking about the vintage pieces and thoughtful details that make it work. Shop for your own vintage pieces you can mix and match at Abode Home.

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Website

http://www.abodehomedesign.com/

Address

1530 East Boulevard
Charlotte, NC
28203

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 6pm
Tuesday	10am - 6pm
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 6pm
Friday	10am - 6pm
Saturday	10am - 6pm