Troy began his career in real estate in 2008. After receiving a BA in Architecture, Troy led a diverse and creative career, including building Earthships in Taos, designing theme parks as a Disney Imagineer, and owning his own art and design gallery in Astoria, Oregon. Troy’s creativity and big picture perspective enable him to flush out the ideal environment for the new homeowner, established builder, or real estate investor. He can walk through a home and visually help buyers see how to create the lifestyle they are looking for.

In addition, Troy brings his experiential design and storytelling skills to the Modern Asheville team. He started the design blog, Modern Asheville, so he could capture stories of local modern makers, artists, and designers throughout the region, and channel their work and/or vision into unique real estate properties owned by folks with a definite style and point of view. Troy’s marketing skills allow him to visually and verbally lead people through a property from a distance. Not only can he capture the experience and function of a home, but he can convey the heart as well.

Troy is the second owner of his original 1950’s cottage in North Asheville. He loves being in a walkable community surrounded by the diverse college and community. He is further exploring his creativity through painting, photography (troywinterrowd.com) and spends time practicing yoga, kayaking, paddle boarding and hiking in nature.