Because of a high and growing demand for luxury homes in the Charlotte area, discriminating buyers will find a large number of choices throughout the region, with most located in the southeast Charlotte quadrant that begins near uptown and extends all the way to the northern Union County communities of Marvin, Weddington and Waxhaw. Lifestyle choices include lakefronts, country clubs, private gated communities, large developments and small infill sites near uptown. Styles range from old traditional mansions to the exciting and dramatic offerings of some of the countrys finest custom builders. For those uncompromising individuals who insist on excellence and will accept nothing less, we offer these examples of Charlottes executive living communities. Country club communities and the SouthPark area are covered in separate sections