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The Willow House: Part 1

  • Writer: Horizen
    Horizen
  • Aug 7
  • 2 min read

Updated: Aug 27

Every so often, we get to work on a project that feels less like “work” and more like spending time with old friends. That’s exactly how it felt filming at The Willow House with Bryan and Judy, the owners behind this incredible space. From the moment we walked in, their warmth filled the room and made the entire shoot feel effortless.


The Willow House founders, Bryan and Judy, being interviewed in Raleigh by Horizen.

This time we set up a professional interview with them to dive deeper into their story. What we found wasn’t just a business plan or a polished mission statement. It was a genuine passion for community, connection, and creating a space where people can feel at home. Bryan and Judy spoke about The Willow House as more than a place. It is a living, breathing hub where neighbors come together, where creativity thrives, and where everyone is welcome.


A book club enjoying their time at The Willow House.

The process of filming them was a joy in itself. We balanced the technical side like lighting, cameras, and sound with simply listening to their story. They laughed, they reflected, and they painted a picture of what The Willow House means to them and what they hope it will become in the years ahead. That authenticity is something you cannot script. It is the kind of thing you only get when people are speaking from the heart.


The Willow House co-founder, Bryan, smiling into the camera.

Looking back on this project, what stands out most is not just the footage we captured. It is the reminder that businesses like The Willow House are built on more than products or services. They are built on values, relationships, and the vision of people like Bryan and Judy who want to make the world around them a little brighter.


The Willow House founders, Bryan and Judy, sharing their story.

For us, it was a privilege to help tell their story. And we are excited to see where their journey takes them next.



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