BUILD Q4 2026 With more than 28 years of experience in real estate and interior design, Leslie Edwards has always believed that a home should be more than just beautiful; it should reflect the people who live there, fit their lifestyle, and protect one of the biggest investments they'll likely make. Leslie has built Leslie Anne Home to help clients across the Carolinas create homes that are beautifully suited to everyday living and thoughtfully designed to make the most of their investment, whether they are selling, building, or renovating. We heard more from Leslie below. Best Luxury Real Estate & Interior Design Studio 2026 – North Carolina Contact: Leslie Edwards Company: Leslie Anne Home, Charlotte, NC Web Address: www.leslieannehome.com Instagram: @leslieannehome Through Leslie Anne Home, Leslie Edwards serves clients throughout the Carolinas. Most of her work, however, is conducted in the Charlotte area, where tradition, family, and a sense of home mean everything. Born and raised in North Carolina, Leslie boasts strong Southern roots that have shaped not only her personal design, but her approach to business. The realtor and designer has always gravitated towards timeless, traditional design because she believes a home should grow alongside the people who live in it, telling their story along the way. “In my own home, my grandmother’s china and my grandfather’s rocking chair sit among pieces I’ve collected through travels, friendships, and memories made with my children,” she told us. “To me, those layers are what give a home its soul. Southern hospitality, family traditions, and meaningful connections aren’t just design inspirations; they’re part of who I am and how I treat people. I bring that same authenticity to every home I work with, creating spaces that feel collected rather than decorated and personal rather than predictable.” Leslie has spent years working on both sides of the industry. As a realtor, she has walked through countless homes and witnessed firsthand how design decisions can affect a property’s marketability and resale value. On the other hand, she learned as an interior designer just how important it is to create spaces that feel warm, inviting, and truly personal. Bringing these two worlds together allows Leslie to help clients create a home they love while also being mindful of their long-term financial investment. Over the years, Leslie has seen homeowners invest significantly in beautiful, personal renovations, only to find themselves making costly changes to those same features when it comes time to sell. Drawing on her experience in both real estate and interior design, Leslie helps clients make thoughtful decisions about where to invest, where to personalize, and how to preserve their home's value without sacrificing the character and details that make it uniquely theirs and meaningful to them. “I think the prettiest homes are the ones that feel like the people who live in them. A little history, a little personality, treasures collected along the way, and a place that makes you smile every time you walk through the door.” Being a single mother of two has also significantly shaped Leslie’s perspective. “I know firsthand how important it is to make smart financial decisions, balance what we want today with what we may need tomorrow and make sure the money we’re spending is truly working for our families,” she shared. “I bring that same care and consideration to my clients because I want them to feel just as confident about their decisions as I would want to feel about my own.” Clients approach Leslie Anne Home at all different stages of life, each possessing their own unique needs, priorities, and dreams for their homes. Whether they are updating a home they have loved for years, preparing to sell and begin a new chapter, or building their dream home, Leslie begins by listening. She takes the time to understand what matters most to them, offering honest, thoughtful guidance drawn from her experience in both real estate and interior design. At the end of the day, the decisions are always theirs, but Leslie makes sure her clients have the knowledge and confidence to choose what feels right for them. Driven by Leslie’s unrivalled experience, deep love for her community, and unwavering dedication to helping her clients achieve their dream homes, Leslie Anne Home has been named North Carolina’s Best Luxury Real Estate and Interior Design Studio 2026. Reflecting on this accomplishment, Leslie shared: “At the heart of my business, I just want to help people create a home they truly love, one that tells their story, feels like them, and makes good financial sense along the way. After nearly 30 years in real estate and design, I’ve learned that it’s not always about spending more money or following the latest trends, but knowing where to invest, what to preserve, and how to bring out the very best in a home. “I treat my clients the way I’d want someone to treat my own family: with honesty, a little Southern hospitality, and a genuine desire to help them make decisions they will feel good about for years to come.”
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