Every Great Home Starts with the Right Team

27 years. One dedicated team. The people who'll build your home like it's their own.

Meet the Team

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Debbie Shippee

Debbie Shippee

Senior Project Manager

Debbie oversees projects from start to completion, drawing on decades of experience and an extensive global network of designers and vendors.

Marlene Graells

Marlene Graells

Senior Project Manager

Marlene brings a background in production management and high-fashion display design for Saks Fifth Ave and Neiman Marcus, plus years at prestigious NYC design firms.

Bill Lehman

Bill Lehman

Lead Builder · 45+ Years

Bill oversees all construction phases with unmatched craftsmanship. 45 years building in the Berkshires means he anticipates challenges before they arise.

Stefan Shine

Stefan Shine

Office Manager

Stefan brings over 20 years of financial experience. He keeps the books balanced, taxes filed, and daily operations running smoothly.

Christopher Winig

Christopher Winig

Digital Strategist

US Navy veteran and UCSB engineering grad. Chris runs Wingate's digital presence — website, content, video, and technology — with an eye for modernizing without losing soul.

Patrick O'Gorman

Patrick O'Gorman

Assistant Builder & Finisher

Patrick brings over forty years of painting and finishing experience to every project.

Margaret Avenia

Margaret Avenia

Furniture Restoration & Custom Finishing

A Berkshire native, Margaret specializes in furniture restoration and custom finishing with an in-depth knowledge of real estate.

Recognition

Valerie Winig and Wingate Ltd. have been featured in Landscape Architecture Magazine, The Berkshire Edge, Berkshire Living, and regional publications for over two decades.

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