Meet The Team
Founder & President
Louis D Brown RA, NCARB
Louis established Charlton Design Studio, LLC in 2012 to fulfill a childhood dream to own his own Architectural Design firm. Louis started his career in 1987 and has many years of design experience in both Land Development and Architectural Design. Louis has held the positions of Zoning Officer, Building Code Official, Chairman of Historical Society, and participated in Comprehensive Planning for several Municipalities. Many of Charlton Design Studio, LLC projects can be found in Delaware, Chester, and Montgomery Counties Pennsylvania, as well as Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, and New York.
When not working, Louis likes to bike ride and spend time with family and friends. In recent years he has challenged himself by running the half marathon and participated in several charity Bridge to the Beach rides. Louis also enjoys visiting historical buildings and places.
Architectural Designer
Victoria Spiro
Victoria has been an architectural designer since 2011, working with Charlton Design Studio, LLC since the beginning. Victoria gets excited about designing living spaces that our clients will love.
When not working, Victoria likes to spend time with her family and friends, walking her dog Finley, visiting the seaside, bike riding, kayaking, travel and exploring.
Retired to the Seaside
Anne Kane
Anne was with Charlton Design Studio, LLC since our first day. Anne was an integral part of helping to establish the company by laying the ground work by preparing all legal paperwork and creating our forms, letterhead and filing systems.
Anne retired to her beloved seaside home were she enjoyed the beach and spending time with her grandchildren, Anne will always be in the hearts and minds of our company, she is greatly missed.
Bookkeeping / Accounts
Chrissy Koway
Chrissy joined Charlton Design Studio, LLC working part time since 2015. Chrissy keeps on top of all our financial needs and requirements.
When not consulting for other small businesses, Chrissy enjoys spending time with friends, traveling and tending her well loved garden.
Structural Engineering - Uzman Engineering
Zeyn Uzman PE, SE, P.Eng.
Founder / Partner
Uzman Engineering has been the Structural engineer for Charlton Design Studio, LLC since 2012. Zeyn has over 30 years of experience in both structural and geotechnical engineering. Licensed in various US States and Canadian Provinces, his work serves a vast range of clientele including, corporations, engineering firms, state agencies, and municipalities.
When out of the office, Zeyn enjoys collecting stamps, building Lego, and spending time in Michigan.
Structural Engineering - Uzman Engineering
Sam Morford PE - Partner
Sam focuses on structural analysis and design for small to midsize structures throughout the US and Canada. She focuses on innovative structural projects utilizing unique materials such as aluminum and composites to find sustainable solutions. She also carries her OSHA 30 Certification
In her spare time, Sam enjoys teaching dance classes and spending time outdoors hiking with her family.
Interior Design - Ann Bell Design Concepts
Ann Bell
Ann has more than 30 years experience in interior design. Ann began Ann Bell Design Concepts in 2011 to better serve he clients on an individual one on one basis. Ann has partnered with Charlton Design Studio since 2014 on many projects, from small additions to to complete interior renovations and remodels.
In her free time, Ann enjoys boating, gardening and DIY projects.
Company Greeter / Moral Support
Finley Butterscotch
Finley joined Charlton Design Studio, LLC in 2020 as the official office greeter. Always ready to share some love, Finley keeps the staff in line and reminds us we need to get outside for fresh air and walks, no matter what the weather.
When Finley isn't laying by the front door ready to say hello, he can be found either running in the field or swimming in the stream!
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