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The Town of Cary has once again been recognized for its commitment to historic preservation, this time with the 2025 Anthemion Award from Capital Area Preservation for the Ivey-Ellington House project. WithersRavenel is proud to have supported this transformative effort alongside the Town, ThoughtCraft Architects®, and Hayco Construction.
Originally built circa 1870, the Ivey-Ellington House predates the Town of Cary itself and stands as the second-oldest remaining structure in the community. When development plans required the relocation of the house from West Chatham Street, Cary made the bold decision to preserve the structure by carefully moving it down Academy Street to a new home across from the future Downtown Cary Park.
Portfolio: Ivey-Ellington House Relocation
The project combined historic charm with modern infrastructure. WithersRavenel provided the site plan, stormwater design, landscape architecture, and Town approvals for the relocation. Beneath the site, innovative stormwater solutions were integrated seamlessly, while above ground, features like a rain garden with a pedestrian footbridge, ADA accessibility, and robust landscaping enhance the visitor experience.
The thoughtful landscape design, created in collaboration with Town staff and a local horticulturist, honors the home’s heritage while inviting residents and visitors to explore the gardens, walkways, and plazas surrounding the site.