A large modern house with a swimming pool on a hillside overlooking water, surrounded by autumn trees, during sunset.

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Meet the Team

Photo of Kim Carr Sailors, owner.

Meet Kim Carr Sailors

Kim Carr Sailors has been part of the building industry for more than 20 years, beginning her journey with spec homes, which inspired her passion for construction. For more than a decade, she worked with John Shryock at Artisan Custom Homes, learning from one of the leading builders in the industry. Today, Kim is co-owner of Carr Girls, LLC, a residential development company of homes and neighborhoods in North Carolina, South Carolina and Florida. 

Kim and her husband Mark make their home in Lake Norman. They have a blended family of four children: Taylor, Harrison, Peyton and Reese. They enjoy spending time outdoors and enjoying all things related to water. 

John Shryock, Owner and Founder of Artisan Custom Homes.

Meet John Shryock

John Shryock began his career in the home building industry framing homes in Raleigh in the 1990s and quickly advanced to supervising homebuilding production for one of the largest high-end homebuilders in Charlotte. In 2001, John founded Artisan Custom Homes, specializing in high-quality, custom-built homes and renovations on Lake Norman and throughout the greater Charlotte region. Today, while leading the company, John also oversees all sales and serves as the primary liaison between clients and the construction team, ensuring clear communication, consistent quality, and a seamless building experience. Artisan Custom Homes is honored to partner with Carr Girls, LLC to develop Rebecca’s Reserve, a preferred address on the western side of Lake Norman.

John is a graduate of North Carolina State University in Civil Engineering and holds a North Carolina Unlimited General Contractors license. John and his wife Stephanie have four children and enjoy attending athletic events.

YOUR PERFECT PROPERTY AWAITS

At Artisan Custom Homes, we take pride in bringing craftsmanship, creativity, and attention to detail to every project. From new custom builds to transformative renovations, our portfolio reflects the high standards and personalized service we bring to homes across Lake Norman and the greater Charlotte area.

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Experience the difference

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Testimonials

If you are seeking a top-notch builder, I highly recommend Artisan Custom Homes in Davidson. John runs an excellent company. Each one of his employees are awesome and the superintendent Jeff O’Neal hit a grand slam with our home. Artisan went above and beyond, helping us with supplies and specialty contractors and keeping the project moving. My wife was very specific with what she wanted in our forever home and they were with us every step of the way. We had a wonderful experience building with them, and that says a lot, considering this was right after the pandemic and literally the worst time to build. We would build with them again without hesitation.
~ Ed Scott

After noticing a beautiful home on Lake Norman, I immediately searched the Artisan Custom Homes website and knew they would be our choice. From the start, we were impressed with their personal investment of time and talent in our home build. They listened to our requests and concerns when things were going well, but more importantly, when they were not. With so many subcontractors to choose from, the relationships and reputation that Artisan has with theirs is invaluable. There are so many details when it comes to a custom build, and while not always easy, it is well worth it when you see the results. 
~ Missy B.

We bought an Artisan home in 2017 that was built in 2005. To this day, I love the home and get many compliments. John Shryock and the Artisan team have always been available to answer my questions and provide resources for contractors when needed to address an issue. Even though I wasn’t their customer, this is someone I would want to do business with if I were building a home.
~ Jason Colvin

Meet Lee Ann Miller and Anita Sabates

Lee Ann Miller, Realtor.
Anita Sabates, Realtor.

When it comes to Lake Norman luxury living, Lee Ann Miller and Anita Sabates are two of the most respected names that come to mind. Lee Ann and Anita have successfully closed more than $1 billion in sales during their combined 50+ years in real estate. Their extensive knowledge, connections and experience as luxury market share leaders in country club communities, including The Point and The Peninsula, make them the perfect team to guide your luxury home purchase at Rebecca’s Reserve and deliver the highest level of white glove service.

Preferred Lender

Our preferred lender is Truist. Truist is a top national bank dedicated to helping clients achieve homeownership with personalized service and a wide range of mortgage solutions. As our preferred lender, they bring trusted guidance, competitive loan options, and a commitment to making the financing process smooth and stress-free.