--- title: "Ashley J. Design — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/ashley-j-design-pfvwus-pf~1040769104 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1040769104.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Ashley J. Design" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/55032a2905ccc202_2377-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1000 NC Music Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28206, United States" latitude: 35.2522 longitude: -80.8265 phone: "(704) 858-0631" website: http://www.ashleyjdesign.com rating: 5 review_count: 32 best_of_houzz_awards: 11 followers: 174 last_updated: 2026-09-13 --- # Ashley J. Design Original Houzz profile: [Ashley J. Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/ashley-j-design-pfvwus-pf~1040769104) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Charlotte, NC - **Serves:** Charlotte, Myers Park, Matthews, Lake Norman - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (32 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 11 awards (2016–2026), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Family owned - References available We take your dreams, apply our ingenuity, creativity, and experience to create the vision and details of your home, each to suit your lifestyle and reflect your own philosophy of life. We believe that a home is not just about the four walls. It's about our friends and family with whom we share our space. Good design lends to spaces that allow friends and family to connect and celebrate. We love that our clients value the enjoyment of life and the warm glow of satisfaction that comes from providing the perfect home. It’s our pleasure and goal to help you reach that place! ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Space Planning - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Multigenerational Homes - Pool House Design & Construction - Handicap-Accessible Design ### Areas Served - Charlotte - Myers Park - Matthews - Lake Norman ### Typical Job Cost $600,000 - 3.5 million Each project is priced based on location, complexity and size. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Ashley J. Design | | Address | 1000 NC Music Blvd, Charlotte, North Carolina 28206, United States | | Phone | (704) 858-0631 | | Website | http://www.ashleyjdesign.com | | License Number | CPBD 34-166 | | Followers on Houzz | 174 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — www.facebook.com/ashleyjdesign - Blog — www.ashleyjdesign.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Ashley J. Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/ashley-j-design-pfvwus-pf~1040769104) - **Website:** http://www.ashleyjdesign.com - **Phone:** (704) 858-0631 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - CPBD- Certified Professional Building Designer - Charlotte HomeArama 2015 - Silver best overall, gold best outdoor living, Silver best master suite, silver best floor plan, gold innovative feature, gold best kitchen - **Best of Houzz:** 11 awards (2016–2026), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [AIBD - American Institute of Building Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aibd-american-institute-of-building-design-pfvwus-pf~1544540709) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 32 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Mike Sprenger, Dec. 2025** > Ashley has helped us on a couple of projects, and she does a great job. She adds value by showing you options and creatively using the available space. She helped us design the backyard of our dreams, and is now helping us redesign our bathroom and kitchen. Thanks Ashley! **★★★★★ — Dierks Designs, Aug. 2025** > I have seen many of Ashley J's beautiful designs created from scratch. She carefully personalizes all aspects to suit your needs offering up elements of how best to take advantage of on-site conditions such as views, shade,and sunlight. My Being a designer as well , I had a wonderful time collaborating with my many hand drawn 3d sketches, plans and elevations to have AJ provide exacting professional drawings for an outcome to be exactly what I had envisioned for our 660 sf addition to include a great rm , solarium ,dining rm, pantry and mudroom addition, with 4 different cathedral ceilings and skylights. We even had to go to plan B after the initial foundation excavation uncovered some new obstacles, and without missing a beat, the new elevations quickly came to light with Ashley's skilled detailed revisions. > AJ is a joy to work with and I highly recommend considering her and her team for any residential addition or remodel, or new construction. **★★★★★ — EDWARD SCOTT II, DDS, July 2022** > Very talented designer who invited us to her home, sat down & listened to our ideas/wants/needs and added her own creative input to draw an awesome plan. When you choose a designer/architect there are many around the Lake Norman/Charlotte NC region, we spoke to several! > > We know in the end we choose the best one - Ashley J Design. **★★★★★ — Dre, March 2021** > We were so fortunate to be able to work with Ashley. She was a breeze to work with. She took the time to really understand our thoughts and ideas and checked out our space to solidify our vision and her understanding of our vision. She offered her own suggestions along the way and the result was a wonderful collaborative effort that turned out better than we could have imagined. She was very thoughtful and meticulous in her design and really helped us get the visual of what the final product would look like. She recommended various vendors along the way and showed us design elements that we didn't even know we needed or wanted. We have a smaller space to work with but she managed to incorporate every aspect that we were looking for. Her husband called it the 'swiss army knife' of back porches and he was right! We love our new space and appreciate all of the hard work that Ashley put into it. THANK YOU Ashley! **★★★★★ — Mary Bourne, Jan. 2021** > Ashley had amazing vision for our newly-purchased Lake Norman home, a major remodel by Grainda Builders leaving no space untouched, while adding 700 sq ft of new space. We immediately connected with her, as she listened to our ideas and reimagined what our home could become. Ashely designed a beautiful new entryway and staircase that sets the stage for an open and inviting space. We are so happy with our Forever Home Ashley designed, and are grateful to have had the opportunity to work with such a talented architect. Check out the beautiful results of a great team and experience! https://www.graindabuilders.com/project/lake-norman-renovation-2/ **★★★★★ — Barbara Williams, April 2020** > I am pleased and delighted with the renovation plan created by Ashley J Design. I purchased a 65 yr-old single-family property near Uptown Charlotte. This 1½- story residence is an extensive renovation in progress and required an interior architect who could create a design that included all my must-haves, i.e. laundry room, 1st floor ensuite bedroom, and 2½ baths. A web search of Charlotte-based design firms and companies brought me to the Ashley J Design webpage. After reading about her company, I believed that she might be receptive to my smaller-scale project and would view it as cost-effective. Fortunately, I guessed right and lucked out. > Ashley was a true professional. Clear goals and objectives were set before each of our meetings so I knew what to expect and how to prepare. She made herself accessible via emails, texts, and phone calls and was responsive to my ideas and suggestions so I never felt abandoned or ignored. When the time came to coordinate the interior and external designs, she eagerly collaborated with the structural engineer on the project. As promised in the renovation design agreement, she delivered elevation drawings, site, floor, and foundation plans that exceeded my original expectations. Should she be available, I would use her services again for other structures and projects on the property site. **★★★★★ — Gloria Willis, April 2020** > We worked with Ashley on the design and plans for our major home remodel. She was amazing!! She listened carefully to our ideas and desires and then transformed them into a reality. She also offered some great suggestions that made a huge difference to our final layout and overall build. Ashley is kind and respectful and she is quick to respond to questions. She communicates with you during her design process and gives updates frequently. We were so lucky to be able to work with her. We started out with a different designer and I can tell you it was a night and day difference when we finally started working with Ashley. **★★★★★ — Marty Mull, April 2020** > Ashley J is amazing. Her knowledge from site plan to finished product is impeccable. She can guide you through all aspects of your project and has the knowledge of construction and end design. I have been super pleased with her and her team and we are almost ready to start our build. Thank you Ashley and I hope you can help many others in their new and or remodeled homes. **★★★★★ — Darren Wood, April 2020** > Ashley helped us design and layout a new garage with apartment and pool. She has a very friendly way and came up with great ideas. We took her plans through permitting and are under construction now. We would highly recommend her and plan to use her again. **★★★★★ — Intelligent Design Engineering, Oct. 2018** > I have worked with Ashley for more than 10 years. Her attention to detail and her client’s needs are second to none. She is able to be creative while still keeps a clients budget in mind. I highly recommend Ashley J Design for new residential construction, as well as, renovation projects. **★★★★★ — Bruce Wolno, Oct. 2018** > My Wife and I used Ashley J Design last year designing our dream home. We came in with scribbles and ideas and Ashley listened and made our dreams come to life on paper and now our builder Grainda Builders who introduced us to Ashley is making the 2 dimensional dream house 3D. It was and has been an incredible experience. We would recommend Ashley J Design with all the confidence in the world. **★★★★★ — Tesa Peltz, Oct. 2018** > Words could not express the wonderful experiance I had working with Ashley J. Design! > Ashley is a true artist, designing a magnificent space with your needs in mind. All while keeping the experiance postive, she provides patience, attentivness and exemplary service! ## Selected projects - [Magnolia-Inspired Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/magnolia-inspired-farmhouse-pj-vj~5853518) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 24 - [Huntersville Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/huntersville-farmhouse-pj-vj~6451219) - Location: Huntersville, NC - Photos: 25 - [Mountain Luxury on the Water](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mountain-luxury-on-the-water-pj-vj~2843528) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 34 - [Southern Charmer in Mint Hill](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/southern-charmer-in-mint-hill-pj-vj~1301730) - Location: Charlotte, NC - Photos: 24 - Description: Homearama 2015, Cheval, Mint Hill, NC Awards: Silver-Best Overall, Gold-Best Outdoor Living Space, Silver-Best Master Suite - [Waxhaw Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/waxhaw-farmhouse-pj-vj~1251623) - Location: Charlotte, NC - Photos: 20 - Description: This stone and cedar family farmhouse provides large, open spaces and an abundance of natural light for casual living and a carefree lifestyle. Reclaimed hardwood floors and ceiling beams add a sense longevity and nostalgia while holding up to tiny feet and paws that bound down the halls. - [When Design is Personal](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/when-design-is-personal-pj-vj~5512183) - Location: Charlotte, NC - Photos: 23 - Description: Ashley Jimenez, Owner of Ashley J Design, and her husband, Joaquin Jimenez, embarked on designing and building their personal home from the ground up in 2016. Ashley and Joaquin started with sketches to determine their exterior design and floor plan. After much collaboration and consideration about how they wanted to live in the new space, plans were finalized and construction started. With this personal home, Ashley and Joaquin chose each finish and detail to complete this home at the end of 20… - [Paddock Vista in Mint Hill](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/paddock-vista-in-mint-hill-pj-vj~1305191) - Location: Charlotte, NC - Photos: 9 - Description: Homearama 2015, Cheval, Mint Hill, NC Awards: Gold- Best Kitchen, Gold- Best Innovative Feature, Silver- Best Floor Plan - [High Country Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/high-country-craftsman-pj-vj~1301837) - Location: Denver, NC - Photos: 15 - Description: High country craftsman home with traditional touches designed for an active family. Low maintanence exterior of brick and stone with symmetrical appeal at the front door. Angled three car garage allows the main body of the house to come into main focus and draws you to the front door. - [Lake Norman Formality](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-norman-formality-pj-vj~1251553) - Location: Cornelius, NC - Photos: 13 - Description: Our clients requested a castle on the lake with a special request to include a turret. The concept for this home started at the round, turret foyer with sweeping stairs that go up above and under the front door accessing upper level and basement. The views of the lake are seen from every single room! The clients have a love for gothic arches and wanted to incorporate them on both the interior and exterior of the home. - [Willhaven in Cotswold](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/willhaven-in-cotswold-pj-vj~1251344) - Location: Charlotte, NC - Photos: 11 - [Bertonley Build 5](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bertonley-build-5-pj-vj~1821176) - Location: Charlotte, NC - Photos: 55 [See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/ashley-j-design-pfvwus-pf~1040769104) ## Ideabooks - [Spec Ross Rd](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/179855816/list/spec-ross-rd) — 1 idea - [DAS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/178306596/list/das) — 20 ideas - [CC LANE](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/178306624/list/cc-lane) — 2 ideas - [English Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/177901029/list/english-cottage) — 6 ideas - [N Sharon Amity](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/174566598/list/n-sharon-amity) — 7 ideas - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/170814856/list/wish-list) — 3 ideas - [419 S Mulberry](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/165309606/list/419-s-mulberry) — 7 ideas - [Goodwin](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/170284245/list/goodwin) — 20 ideas - [3757 BnB](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/168571028/list/3757-bnb) — 19 ideas - [MACPHEE](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/169199696/list/macphee) — 2 ideas - [Milligan](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/141706994/list/milligan) — 202 ideas - [Exterior](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/165419633/list/exterior) — 9 ideas - [Romanoff](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/144826460/list/romanoff) — 6 ideas - [Krewson](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/142642036/list/krewson) — 14 ideas - [Stokas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/143439908/list/stokas) — 3 ideas - [Goodman Exterior](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/138170887/list/goodman-exterior) — 8 ideas - [Parks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/141005961/list/parks) — 10 ideas - [Torrence Sunroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/138129176/list/torrence-sunroom) — 2 ideas - [Cerullo](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/134558132/list/cerullo) — 13 ideas - [Wood Garage](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/135802059/list/wood-garage) — 2 ideas [See all 59 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/ashleyjdesign) ## Community Q&A **Q: What is the length of this from wall to wall?** *(in Photo Questions)* I am trying to see if something similar would work in my garage entryway. A: Hi Traci! I would estimate this wall to be 8'-10' in length with each bottom drawer being approximately 2' wide. This look and storage can be created in a space as small as 3' wide and up. A good trim carpenter can customize the space to meet your storage needs. Best wishes on creating a functional space for your home! **Q: Cabinet colors** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi - LOVE this kitchen and especially the island leg details. I'm curious... what is the white and gray cabinet colors you chose for this project? A: Hi Erica! The kitchen colors were chosen by Kendra with Pheasant Hill Designs. Here is the info on colors. Perimeter cabinet color: 1465-nimbus (Ben Moore) Island cabinet color: 1484 Ashwood (Ben Moore) **Q: love the wall art over the chests! where can I get them? Thx!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Thank you for your question. I was able to speak with the Interior Designer, Tammy Coulter Design. She purchased the wall art from Ashley Furniture. **Q: Where did the table and chairs come from, and the wall real stone?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi Monique! The stone is a real stone that was cut to a thin veneer size, approximately 2" thick. Do you notice how the stone is at both the interior and exterior of this home? Our concept for this home was an old stone farmhouse that looks like it has had additions over the years. By using the stone on the archway into the dining room, we were able to give the illusion that the dining room was a later addition to the original stone farmhouse. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-13.*