Although specializing in multifamily housing, Mr. Watts has experience in restaurant design, single family houses, commercial, buildings, industrial projects, and churches. His degree is in architecture from the University of Virginia and is certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards. He is a member of the national, state, and local American Institute of Architects and is registered in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, and Kentucky. He is active with the local Building Department and served for nine years on their advisory board, the Building Development Commission. He is also active with the Greater Charlotte Apartment Association.