During the first four decades of the 20th century, residential expansion was on the rise in Charlotte, NC. As the city’s prosperity diversified and multiplied, so did its suburbs resulting in the area’s second street car suburb, Elizabeth. The historic district of Elizabeth opened in 1989 right after the development of Dilworth. The neighborhood consisted of 5 subdivisions until it was eventually joined as one. Read on for the history of Elizabeth, one of our treasured neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC.

Our lives are constantly changing and it can be hard to predict future needs. What once was the perfect home for you and your family may now seem too much to handle. Many struggle to decide when to downsize since they are attached to their current home and the memories and possessions that go with it. However, there comes a time when living in a large home becomes inadequate and sometimes downright frustrating.

Charlotte, NC has gotten much attention over the past few years as a great place to live. With a great economy, mild climate and so many things to do, it is easy to see why many people want to move here. Read further to see for yourself. 

When bringing in help for an interior design project, it can be hard to find a perfect fit due to the large variety of options available. Part of the struggle is the different lingo used to describe roles in the field, with the biggest confusion being whether you need an interior designer or interior decorator. Many people use these terms interchangeably but there is actually a big difference between the two professions. We’ve highlighted the key roles and characteristics of each below so you can decide which you need for your project. 

The population in Charlotte has grown exponentially in the last few years with many people moving there to escape bigger cities that have become overly saturated. The smaller metropolitan area of the Queen City boasts all of the perks of city life without so much hassle. We’ve outlined 5 of these pros so you can discover why Charlotte is a great place to retire.