Sean and Miranda Armie, co-owners of Stella House Books, are ready to see the renovation get underway. (Photos courtesy Stella House Books)
Posted By: The Reporter October 31, 2025
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Stella House Books, a forthcoming independent bookstore dedicated to timeless literature and meaningful community connection, will hold a groundbreaking ceremony at 3 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7 to begin extensive renovation and construction.
The bookstore is expected to open in fall 2026 at 31 S. Range Line Road, Carmel.
“We’re excited to officially break ground on Stella House,” Co-Owner Miranda Armie said. “We hope this store will be more than just a store, but a place for the whole community to discover a hidden literary gem, revisit a beloved classic or just sit, have a coffee and some good conversation, and be inspired by the beautiful space we’ve created.”
“I have a passion for classic literature across all genres,” Co-Owner Sean Armie said. “In an age of so much noise, people are looking for things that are timeless and true and good and beautiful. At Stella House, I want people to discover and read and ponder the classics, both the old and the new.”
Stella House Books will offer customers an immersive, elevated book-buying experience filled with wonder and charm from a bygone era while embracing the needs of today’s thoughtful reader. The future store will feature cozy themed rooms, a crackling fireplace, a robust children’s section complete with a whimsical playroom and a hidden mystery room with a secret door for curious minds to uncover. A dreamy patio, in-store café, and event space will provide inviting areas for readers to gather, reflect, and share a cup of coffee.
Construction on Stella House Books will be led by local partners Parallel Design Group (designer), Bischoff Construction (contractor), and Design Point Architects (architect).
