MEET OUR DESIGN TEAM
Personal Service from Start to Finish
REID BYRD
DESIGN MANAGER
Designing homes is my passion. When a person or family decides they are ready to build or renovate a home to make it uniquely theirs, I listen to the vision they have and develop a unique plan that incorporates their needs and wants.
Most people move into existing (or production) homes designed by and for someone else. These homes often do not meet the family’s lifestyle or needs. When I work with a customer, I incorporate their ideas, needs, and wants into a plan that they cannot wait to have built and move into. I make recommendations and offer suggestions, but ultimately, this is their home, not mine.
I have designed homes for more than 17 years for clients in North Carolina and parts of the mid-Atlantic region. I believe honesty, integrity, and the ability to listen are critical to being a top notch and successful designer. My goal is to turn ideas into plans that say, “Welcome Home.”
I am a Johnson County native and still call this area home. When I’m not designing homes, I enjoy woodworking, working in the yard, watching The Andy Griffith Show (best show ever!), spending time with my family, and playing golf with my dad.
BRADLEY BOWMAN
ARCHITECT, AIA
I believe that great design has the power to transform communities and create lasting connections between people and the places they call home. Over the past 7 years, I’ve worked on projects ranging from campus developments at institutions like Princeton University to cutting-edge healthcare facilities for organizations like the Mayo Clinic and Yale New Haven Health.
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Most recently, I completed an 18-month research fellowship supported by the Phoenix chapter of the AIA, where I studied innovative urban development models in the U.S. and Europe, with a focus on fostering affordability, sustainability, and community engagement.
Now at DRB Design, I bring this experience to my role as Commercial Lead, collaborating with our talented team to deliver impactful, people-centered designs that inspire and endure.
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When I’m not designing, you’ll find me by the ocean, exploring new cities, or searching for the next great chef in the area. I’m thrilled to be part of DRB Design and look forward to the opportunities ahead.
MACKENZIE BARBER
DESIGNER
I have always loved looking at houses and hoped to one day design them. I enjoy being able to create something that is such a huge part of a person's daily life. I joined DRB design in 2021 after earning my Associates in Architectural Technology from Pitt Community College. While I still work on remodels and addition projects, my primary focus is custom home design.
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In my final year in college, I was a teacher assistant, sharing my knowledge of AutoCAD. I am a crafty person, and enjoy getting involved in hands on projects.
NATHAN WHARTON
DESIGNER
I have always had a creative mind and have enjoyed drawing, building, and creating things. Since my first drafting class in high school I have been interested in architectural design. From there I decided to pursue a degree from East Carolina in Architectural Technology. I am now a part of the DRB design team doing what I enjoy.
DAN KLINE
DESIGNER
I’ve always been busy building—whether it was furniture, houses, or anything in between. With my grandfather being a builder and my father a furniture maker, building and designing have always been a natural part of my life. While serving in the military, I began to seriously consider what I wanted to pursue after my service. I decided to earn a degree in Architectural Engineering Technology, which taught me the technical aspects of building design and construction. That decision changed everything. Not only could I continue building, but I could also design other people’s dreams and bring their visions to life. Since 1996, I’ve been working as a residential and commercial designer, primarily in Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, and western Ohio. Every client is unique, with their own vision and goals. Whether it’s designing a single-family home, a renovation of an existing commercial space, or a brand-new building, I take great pride in helping my clients turn their ideas into reality. Thanks to DRB Design, I have the opportunity to continue this meaningful work.
DIANA CARITE
DESIGNER
I joined DRB Design in the fall of 2023 during my senior year at NC State University and transitioned to a full-time role after graduating in the spring of 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in Design Studies. I was born and raised in Johnston County. I have always been someone who’s been drawn to creativity and self-expression. As a kid I could usually be found immersed in art projects, and that love for creating has only grown. These days, I find inspiration everywhere, especially during car rides when I am looking at houses as we drive by and the diverse styles of architecture around me as I travel. When I’m not working, you’ll find me traveling to new places, getting lost in a good book, or spending time with my family—my favorite people in the world.