A good group of people
“Our team is more than just a group of skilled craftsmen; they genuinely listen and to understand a client’s unique needs. Our commitment to excellence on each project starts with our people and it’s their attention to detail and passion for delivering quality that truly sets us apart.”
Our staff understands that engaging in major construction and renovation projects is a highly personal process for our clients. Sharing your personal or business space with a construction team can be an intense experience, so we go above and beyond to ensure our relationship with the client and their space is a positive one. From being considerate and aware of your family or company staff, to maintaining high standards of job site cleanliness, The Hands of Sean Perry team is committed to making your project the positive experience you expect and deserve, all while delivering high-quality craftsmanship. It is at the core of our company values to provide an exceptional product and experience.
Our clients’ positive reviews reflect the trust and confidence The Hands of Sean Perry staff have built, receiving Remodeling magazine’s Big50 Award and GuildQuality’s Guildmaster with Distinction Award in recognition of excellence in craftsmanship and commitment to best practices in the construction industry. See all awards.
Sean Perry
Owner
Sean realized early in life that he loves and appreciates the craftsmanship of artisans past, so it is no surprise that restoring and renovating historic structures turned into his life’s work. He first developed his talents at a fine furniture restoration company, which led to his first business, Saddle Hill Furniture Restoration — named after a site on his grandfather’s dairy farm in East Tennessee. When not in the office or on-site at a project, Sean enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters and digging into the history and trails of Western North Carolina.
Anne Berlin
Designer/Estimator
Anne is a Colorado native with a love for the outdoors and a healthy dose of “Minnesota nice.” With experience in both residential and commercial construction, plus a background in set design and technical theater, she’s seen every side of the process. She knows that no matter the project, clear communication and attention to detail are key. You’ll probably catch her in Vans slip-ons, rocking the motto “pattern loves pattern.” Be sure to say hi next time you’re around!
Zach Boye
Lead Carpenter
Zach is passionate about woodworking and crafting with his hands, and he appreciates the professionalism and high quality of work that are standard at The Hands of Sean Perry. With more than 30 years of experience, his proficiency and enthusiasm are demonstrated in the fine work he contributes to each renovation. A Nebraska native who came to Asheville after eight years in Portland, Oregon, Zach enjoys birdwatching, fun socks, cooking with his wife, Jansen, and spending quality time with their Great Dane, Cora.
Jackey Bradbury
Lead Carpenter
Jackey is a highly-skilled carpenter who has been with The Hands of Sean Perry. since 2016. He also brings more than 20 years of expertise in grading, excavation, and concrete work to the team. His strong work ethic, attention to detail and willingness to always tackle a challenge ensure that our renovations result in happy homeowners. In his off time, Jackey enjoys being outdoors, campfires, and listening to good music.
Pat Clements
Office Manager
Pat grew up in the mountains of upstate New York in a construction family, where she learned to know and appreciate quality craftsmanship and woodworking artistry — so it’s no wonder she gravitated to the mountains of Western North Carolina and to The Hands of Sean Perry. Her career in administrative support and management has been spent in higher education, early education nonprofits, and engineering, bringing a diverse set of skills to her position keeping the company and team organized. In her spare time, Pat enjoys quilting, reading, solving jigsaw puzzles and exploring the beauty that is WNC with her husband, Paul, and furbabies, Riley and Tilly.
Sterling Crandall
Carpenter
Sterling’s artistic background has always coincided with carpentry. Both a sculptor and glass artist, he received a bachelor’s degree in sculpture from Virginia Commonwealth University and a master’s degree in spatial arts from San José State University. Now a carpenter with The Hands of Sean Perry, he feels the merging of art with the form and function of fine carpentry go hand in hand, and he enjoys working for a company that honors craftsmanship and artisans as an integral part of its mission. Sterling believes working with a crew of likeminded professionals makes for a cohesive team. Outside of work, he enjoys music, surfing, and farming — and he is grateful for time spent with his wife, Carla, and dog, Harlow.
Jake Moran
Project Manager / Senior Lead Carpenter
Involved in the renovations of many iconic Asheville places — including Zambra, Doc Chey’s, the North Asheville Library, and the restoration of the Thomas Wolfe Memorial — Jake’s construction experience is woven into the city’s fabric. Having owned his own company before joining The Hands of Sean Perry, Jake loves that his current role allows him to focus solely on his craft while completing the project at hand. Aside from his work, Jake enjoys gardening, making music, traveling and spending time with his wife and two sons.
Tom Shields
Project Manager
Tom has spent more than 20 years refining his skills in the art of woodwork as a furniture maker, cabinetmaker and carpenter. He received an MFA in furniture design and woodworking from the University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth, and his work has been shown in galleries and museums throughout the U.S. To him, woodwork is more than just a trade: It’s a personal form of artistic expression, and he enjoys working with clients to create functional items that represent their style and taste. With The Hands of Sean Perry, Tom relies on his experience to ensure every project blossoms into a beautiful work of art. When he’s not busy at work, he enjoys renovating his 1915 home, crafting art, going on adventures with his family, and reading comic books with his son.
Scott Walle
Estimator
Scott is a curious learner who grew up taking everything apart and putting it back together. As a third-generation craftsman, he has found himself to be handy in many different fields, previously working at a winery and a television station. As a builder, Scott learned most of what he knows from his father, who has helped preserve and restore many buildings at Cornell University. This helped Scott gain an interest in historical buildings from a young age. Outside of work, he enjoys bringing his dogs to watch his wife, Jess, play intramural soccer. They look forward to raising a family in Western North Carolina.
Angela Whelchel
Director of Project Development
A Hendersonville native, Angela has always called the mountains of Western North Carolina home. Earning a degree in interior design with a concentration in historic preservation from Eastern Carolina University, she spent nearly 12 years in the luxury plumbing industry, concentrating on kitchen and bath design. Angela truly loves taking a client’s vision and, through thoughtful space-planning, problem-solving and collaboration with the team of craftsmen at The Hands of Sean Perry, turning those dreams into realities. In her free time, Angela enjoys traveling, exploring historic spaces, cooking, sewing and spending time with her husband and young daughter.
Ken Wolfe
Business Manager
Ken is passionate about finding innovative new ways to make running a business easier so that his teammates can focus on what they do best: Turning a customer’s dreams into reality. His favorite moments are reading our customers’ comments when they see how The Hands of Sean Perry has transformed their homes. He appreciates the team’s care and consideration for creating a customer experience “Built in Trust” with the very highest level of craftsmanship. Outside of work, Ken’s other passion is gardening and appreciating the majesty of the old oak trees that shade his property, on which he feels blessed to live.
Let’s talk about your next renovation project.
Whether it’s a historic renovation, residential remodel or new construction you’re after, The Hands of Sean Perry is ready to bring your vision to life. Together, we can write your home’s next chapter.