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Meet Our Team
It’s a collaborative effort – a blending of dedication, talent and good humor.




Harry Hannah -- Owner / General Manager

With almost 40 years of experience in construction, Harry has an extensive background in all aspects of building. Quiet and thoughtful he provides expert guidance for our company and our clients. Harry is affable and approachable, a “hands-on” leader…the kind of man you work with and not for.

In his “downtime” Harry enjoys traveling and antiquing with his wife Pat. He’s active in his church – but don’t ask him to sing …please! Transplanted from Canada in his youth, he considers all people living in the continental United States to be southerners. Harry has an appreciation for history, heavy equipment and go-kart racing with grandkids; he loves to read and has a real knack for trivia.


Deb Gray -- Accounting

Actually born and raised in Western North Carolina, Deb is our Financial Administrator and always happy to take your money. We rely on her to “keep us organized” and make sure that our doors stay open.

Deb is a proud grandma. Practical and diligent, she is a lifelong student who loves to read… she does however admit to being a huge fan of anything Star Trek (go figure).


Tom Rouse -- Operations Director / Designer

Active in the Timber Framer’s Guild, Tom appreciates the history and theory behind traditional wood joinery. In addition he has acquired a wealth of knowledge through several years of practical timber frame experience. His leadership and coaching plays a key role in the design and crafting of each and every one of our projects.

Originally from Texas, Tom lived for several years in New England, graduated from the University of New Hampshire and like most of us fell in love with western North Carolina and decided to move here and call it home.


A former wilderness EMT, Tom is passionate about the outdoors. When he’s not in the shop; you’ll likely find him hiking, biking or fly-fishing. Tom also likes his sports on the extreme side - rock and ice climbing, mountain biking, Scottish scrambling, backcountry skiing and snowboarding. He has climbed the Andes in South America, skied the Patagonian ice cap and cycled 1600 miles in the British Isles. In his more contemplative moments he enjoys a variety of music from blues to folk and bluegrass, from classic rock & roll to jazz.


Sarah Caldwell -- Designer

Sarah has a degree in interior design from the Art Institute of Philadelphia, and has applied her construction knowledge and artistic skill to our projects from the very beginning. A residential designer for a number of years she has recently made the transition from board drawing to CAD.

Sarah and Chuck make their home in the Fletcher area along with 2 girls and 3 boys. She enjoys traveling, visiting historical sites, studying vernacular architecture, collecting and “junking.” Someday, Sarah would like to travel the country by R.V., write a book, and spend her free time (ha, ha) creating art projects.


Mike Hanlon -- Sales /


Chuck Caldwell -- Supervisor

An actual southerner, (there are a few) Chuck was born in Georgia and has lived in North Carolina most of his life. Bringing more than twenty years of building experience to the job. Chuck is one of our frame designers and a former construction foremen so he’s right at home on-site; analytical, conservative and friendly - he has a great eye for detail.

With a strong mechanical aptitude – when it comes to appliances, machines or electronics he is known as “Mr. Fixit” around the house. Chuck likes listening to Bluegrass music and he’s a motorhead – he makes a hobby out of working on muscle cars.


Jerry Gouge -- Shop Foreman

Jerry is responsible for keeping the shop organized and the work flowing efficiently inside and out. With 37 years of experience in the hardware business and a strong mechanical background, "The Gouge" plays a vital, hands-on role in everything from team building to tool maintenance.

His quiet, unassuming leadership style and diverse background make him a valuable member of the Blue Ridge team. A native of western NC, he is active in his church and resides in Old Fort with his wife Charlee. Together they have three children and four grandchildren.


Donny Loftis -- Foreman

Born, raised and still living in nearby McDowell County, Donny has never had reason to wander beyond these beautiful mountains. He’s what you would call an “outdoor enthusiast” passionate about hunting, fishing, hiking etc. - always ready and looking forward to getting back into the woods.

Donny is a real asset to our team; he contributes a depth of construction knowledge born of 32 plus years of hands on experience. Familiar with all aspects of construction from commercial to residential, Donny is a great team leader with the ability to envision and anticipate. His practical knowledge combines with his self effacing sense of humor to create a comfortable leadership style and excellent results.


Mike Ennis -- Trim Carpenter

A native of Marion now living in Old Fort (just down the mountain); Mike is our finish carpenter, a skilled and seasoned woodworker with an eye for detail. On his days off you’ll likely find him in the woods. He’ll be wearing “camo” if it’s turkey or deer season.




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2585 US Hwy 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778
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