The Sharon is an existing CCRC located in the heart of the upscale, mixed-use South Park area in Charlotte, North Carolina. Stewart & Conners Architects began working with The Sharon leadership and stakeholders in 2008 to formulate a vision and master plan designed to retain The Sharon’s market leading presence and to strengthen the connection to their surrounding community. The phased master plan enhances the access and use of existing natural areas and amenities, taking advantage of stunning views on and off site and providing necessary program upgrades, beginning with a complete renovation of the dining experience, followed closely by introducing Villa apartment buildings to broaden The Sharon's market offering; and, to help fund the needed repositioning of the healthcare components. In keeping with a renewed wellness and person-centered philosophy the masterplan anticipates a new wellness and life-long learning center at the front of the site, creating a welcoming threshold to the South Park community at large.