When Disney Imagineers set their sights on Pittsboro, NC, they weren’t planning a theme park — they were designing a community. Asteria, the new Storyliving by Disney neighborhood, is inspired by North Carolina’s spirit of discovery and designed to blend the region’s natural beauty with lifelong learning and connection.

Situated in the heart of Chatham Park — a thoughtfully master-planned community just minutes from Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill — Asteria will combine big-city amenities with the charm of small-town living. It’s the second Storyliving by Disney project in the U.S., following the Cotino community in California. And if you’re lucky enough to be moving into one of these new homes, your windows will be framing more than a view — they’ll be framing your place in a community unlike any other.

That’s where Prestigious Window Fashions, right here in New Hill, NC, comes in. We’re ready to bring that same “Imagineering” spirit indoors with custom window treatments that offer comfort, style, and everyday magic.

Why Window Treatments Matter in Asteria

Disney’s vision for Asteria includes open, light-filled floorplans and tree-lined streets that invite the outdoors in. But more windows also mean:

• Glare during bright North Carolina afternoons.
• Heat gain in summer months, impacting comfort and energy use.
• Privacy needs in a vibrant, close-knit neighborhood.
• The right window treatments can solve all three — much like Imagineers solve creative challenges — while enhancing the architectural style of your home.

Custom Solutions for Disney Asteria Living

Here are a few client favorites for new-build communities like Asteria:

1. Honeycomb Shades
Energy-efficient, soft light filtering, and perfect for controlling temperature while preserving your view of Asteria’s greenways and parks.

2. Plantation Shutters
A timeless Southern classic that adds architectural polish and value. Great for privacy while letting you modulate natural light.

3. Motorized Roller Shades
For modern convenience, raise or lower your shades with a remote, phone, or voice assistant — perfect for tall or hard-to-reach windows.

4. Layered Drapery + Shades
Bring in rich textures and colors that reflect Asteria’s “Carolina-meets-Disney” charm, while maintaining functionality underneath.

When to Plan Your Window Treatments

If you’re building in Asteria, start planning before you move in:

• Schedule a consultation once windows are installed to get accurate measurements.
• Order ahead so treatments are ready the week you move.
• Coordinate finishes with your home’s style for a cohesive, designer look.

The Local Advantage

Prestigious Window Fashions is less than 20 minutes away in New Hill, NC. That means:

• We can meet on-site to see how your home’s natural light shifts throughout the day.
• We know which fabrics, finishes, and operating systems perform best in the North Carolina climate.
• We’ve outfitted countless homes in Pittsboro, Apex, Cary, and the wider Triangle — and understand the balance between beauty, privacy, and comfort.

Imagineering Your Perfect View

Disney’s Imagineers are designing Asteria to be a place where learning, nature, and community intersect. We believe your interiors — especially your windows — should reflect that same intentional design. Whether you choose the crisp lines of motorized shades or the classic elegance of shutters, we’ll help you create spaces that feel as magical as your new neighborhood.

Quick and Fun Facts About Disney’s Asteria in Pittsboro

Location – About 1,500 acres in Chatham Park, Pittsboro, bordered by the Haw River and North Village, minutes from Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill.

Inspiration – Built on the theme of discovery and lifelong learning, influenced by the Research Triangle’s universities, culture, and innovation.

Total Homes – More than 4,000 residences planned, including single-family homes, multi-family units, and designated 55+ neighborhoods.

First Phase – Covers 217 acres with 494 homes, approved June 2025.

Community Design – A collaboration between Disney Imagineers and DMB Development, with architecture inspired by the Carolina landscape and historic styles. (The photo above is not representative of any planned home design for the community)

Amenities – Clubhouse, wellness center, pools, sport courts, restaurant, community garden, greenways, and miles of walking/biking trails.

Programming – Disney-led activities such as storytelling dinners, art lessons, and themed family days.

Opening Timeline – Announced in December 2023; first phase approvals in 2025; home sales expected in 2027.

Economic Impact – Expected to triple Pittsboro’s population and bring high-end housing demand to the region.

Name Origin – “Asteria” references the North Carolina aster flower and the Greek goddess whose tears became stardust and flowers.

Second Storyliving Community – Follows Cotino in Rancho Mirage in California.