Kim Anderson, AIA, has been helping Governors Club clients realize housing dreams since 1993. As principal of Arkatec/Kim Anderson AIA, he draws on over 27 years of experience in architecture, contracting and construction trades to synthesize successful solutions for gracious modern living.
Beginning as a frame carpenter after graduation from Duke University in 1973, Kim worked in the construction trades and contracting industry until 1978, then completed a Master of Architecture degree at Virginia Tech. Since then he has worked with Triangle architecture firms and a building/development corporation, his residential designs winning several Parade of homes Gold and Silver Design and NCHBA Design Excellence awards. In 1996, he launched Arkatec/Kim Anderson AIA, with the professional mission of providing comprehensive design services, personalized for residential and commercial clients.
“My goal is to provide highly individualized client services,” says Kim. “I use my own tested design methodology to craft elegant living solutions. I enjoy working personally with each owner to develop and detail the design in his or her preferred architectural style, then teaming with the contractor to translate these ideas into a soundly constructed home. I employee a range of service options and a variety of excellent consultants to address diverse project design requirements, ensuring that designs are aesthetic, rational, and cost-effective.”

Keith Shaw is the founder and principal of Shaw Design Associates. Operating out of Durham, North Carolina, Keith is actively involved in the Custom Home Program at Governors Club. Since 1995, the Governors Club community has been a primary focus of his work in the Triangle area.

An award-winning architect, Keith emphasizes enduring design principles, client relationships, and teamwork. He brings a collaborative, hands-on approach to architectural design – and invites his clients into the process at the forefront. Keith believes that a team of experts delivers the best results, and he draws together a group of specialists for each project. His specialty is custom home design. He is known for his versatility and prefers to translate each client’s unique vision rather than be restricted to a specific style or period.

Keith is a registered architect and has been a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) since 1995. He received a Bachelor of Architecture from Andrews University, graduating with honors.

Many years ago Steve Clipp was half owner of a large, commercial architecture firm. He retired from the business of architecture to take up the avocation of architecture.

He believes that just as it is possible to hand craft a fine table, it is possible to hand craft a fine home; to listen intensely and understand the owner’s dreams, then to make them come true. To make the home’s exterior an evocative picture. To infuse the interior with light, flowing spaces and cozy nooks.

Handcrafting a home design involves drawing on paper so that every line has meaning and so that there is time for contemplation of that meaning. It involves the building of a physical model to discover the subtle relationships that make the home visually stand out. Finally it involves painstaking re-evaluations to hone each space and each view interior the best it can be. Handcrafted does not mean more costly. A well-designed house has more clarity of concept and more economy of material. Steve Clipp believes value for the money is an intrinsic part of a well crafted home.

Whether in French Country, Northeastern Shingle or Prairie Style, Steve Clipp’s homes are visually striking. But where they really stand out is in the comfort of the owners. If sitting in one of his homes brings an involuntary smile – he has succeeded.

For over 20 years, William J. Hirsch, Jr. conducted a varied architectural practice in Delaware, designing commercial buildings, offices, churches and residential projects.  While acknowledging that this wide range of experience gave him a broad base of knowledge, Hirsch admits his first and true love is designing custom homes.  In 1994, he began working at Governors Club; in 1997, he followed his dream and relocated to North Carolina.

"My approach is to work closely with my clients - not just to create a great house, but to create their new 'home' - customized to their personal tastes and needs.  I find it challenging as well as rewarding to design homes in a variety of styles, letting the design reflect the vision of my client," Hirsch states.  "A close interactive relationship with my client - an understanding of their lifestyle, dreams and desires - combined with the special considerations of their terrain and views at Governors Club: this is what will produce a truly unique and custom home."

Hirsch encourages property owners at Governors Club to talk with current homeowners as well as with the staff at Governors Club to learn from their experiences and relationships with members of the Custom Home Program.