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One Way - King NC
Architectural Salvage
& Antiques

what it was ~ what it is

During the 1970's, when most people were throwing out the old and bringing in the new, Rick Landreth saw things in a different light. He recognized the beauty and craftsmanship in many of the old homes that were abandoned and left to decay. Rick knew the importance of recycling and the value of architectural remnants.

In January of 1979, Rick, with the help of his wife, Carolyn, who has an art and interior design background, rented a space in downtown Winston-Salem, North Carolina and opened a business known as One Way Architectural Antiques. They lived in King, North Carolina on three acres of land and inventory was growing there as well. In 1990, with a strong following, Rick and Carolyn decided it was time to move the architectural business entirely to King.

In order to show their appreciation to their customers, Rick and Carolyn began hosting a show and sale twice a year. The show is held on the first weekend in May. At least 30 artists and craftsmen set up on the grounds which surround the old farmhouse. Food and entertainment are always provided.

The rest of the year One Way is open to the public on Saturday (9 to 4) and Tuesday through Thursday by appointment. One Way Antiques is closed Sunday/Monday. The gardens that surround the house are filled with flowers, architectural remnants and lots of creativity.

One Way believes strongly in salvaging our past and recycling and thus honoring the craftsmen who would otherwise be forgotten. The key to success in this business is creativity. What was originally used as a chimney pot works just as well as a pedestal for the garden. Floor registers may become foundation breathers and old wooden columns make wonderful decorative sculpture. Rick believes, "If you've lost your creativity, you may as well be dead." Contact us for a visit and begin exploring your creativity today!