Charee’s background spans the Industrial, Mechanical, and Residential sectors while her true passion is rooted in Residential Design, with a specific focus on Universal Design. It is a subject close to her heart based on first hand family experience. She has seen the value and benefits when implemented fully and properly and strives to incorporate this seamlessly into her work, all while delivering beautiful, stylish, and timeless designs. Collaborating with new clients on their ideas, space planning, and the design discovery phase are just a few of her favorite parts of the design process.
Also a graduate from East Carolina University (Go Pirates!) when she is not working she loves spending time with her 3 kiddos (2 boys and 1 girl) and is a die-hard baseball mom to the fullest. Piano and volunteering with the Miracle League of Franklin County are other activities that she values. Good music and a long road trip to the mountains are her welcome escapes, while often still daydreaming of architecture, home designs, and finding new ways to improve accessibility.
Growing up around classic cars, she has many fond memories of pretending to drive her dad's '64 Chevy Impala, camping in his '67 Chevy Panel Truck and riding to race tracks in the back of his '68 Chevy C10 - fondly known as “The Stump Jumper”. It may come to no surprise that she is also completely in love with vintage Ford Broncos - well before the modern day releases became so popular. At the top of her wishlist is a '72 Ford Bronco Baja which she hopes to one day own and restore.
Home plans designed by LifeStage feature some or all of these features of universal design:
Open and spacious floor plans allow for easy living throughout the entire home, ensuring full usage by anyone, with any ability. View Plans
With the master bedroom on the first floor, you can comfortably live and age in place. View Plans
All of our plans specify a zero-entry shower. Which not only look great, but are safer and easier to access for everyone in the family. View Plans
Aligning closets now provides spacious, deep closets, as well as a simple way to add an elevator to the house later, if needed. View Plans
Forget handrails, wheelchair ramps or steps that prevent visitors. A house designed with a stepless entry ensures anyone can safely live in or visit your home. View Plans
Whether you’re pushing a stroller, using a wheelchair, or moving furniture, you'll be free to navigate inside your home unobstructed. View Plans
The main tenant of universal design is access for everyone. LifeStage homes work for multiple generations, varying abilities and all ages. Build a home that’s practical and welcoming. Shop the home plans now.