The Making of Blackwater Acres Alpaca Farm on Johns Island
April 24, 2025
Jodi Crosby of Crosby Creations Home Designs carefully planned the position and layout of Blackwater Acres for owners Danelle and Robby Routhier. The new rustic structures were designed to complement the land, incorporating customizations that fit the farmhouse lifestyle. Built by Wally Reddington of Canebrake Construction, each structure is deeply...
JOY Architecture + Interior Design Blends History with Modern Family Living
March 4, 2025
Photography by Bethany Birnie In the world of home renovation, balancing history with contemporary function requires a skilled and thoughtful approach. Architect Joy Martin of Joy Architecture + Interior Design along with Allison Landers and Kayla Holzhauer took on this challenge when tasked with updating a 1924 home to better serve...
Reimagine Your Space with Norton Design Studio
January 14, 2025
These Lowcountry homeowners bought their new place, moved in, and then quickly moved out—something anyone who ever relocated knows isn't ideal. While it wasn’t, it gave them a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the space and understand its flow and functionality. Before they even took the keys, they envisioned...
Breath of Fresh Air by Joy Architecture + Interior Design
October 29, 2024
Joy Martin of Joy Architecture + Interior Design worked with the existing footprint of the home, expanding the first floor with a small addition to the back of the house and adding a full second story. Their primary goal was to design a modern, functional open floor plan that maximized...
Architects + Archetypes with Leslie Norton of Norton Design Studio
October 8, 2024
Meet Leslie Norton from Norton Design Studio featured in Industry Profiles | Architects + Archetypes on pg. 86 of our Fall 2024 Issue. Discover her business philosophy, her approach to blending functionality with aesthetics, and much more. What is your architectural philosophy? We aim to tailor spaces to fit each...
The 2024 Idea House by Southern Living Comes To Charleston
August 29, 2024
Each year, Southern Living builds a home from the ground up to showcase the latest trends in home design. Their 2024 Idea House on Johns Island draws inspiration from its island locale with contributions from local home professionals and artists. Open to the public for tours from August 23 to...
Optimized for Outdoor Living by CopeGrand Homes
July 3, 2024
Realizing they had outgrown their previous home, these homeowners sought more space to enjoy oceanside living with their growing family. They envisioned inviting outdoor spaces like a screened porch and covered lounge areas for all-day entertainment. CopeGrand Homes, committed to building resilient homes, meticulously followed Daniel Beck Architecture's plans. They...
Industry Profile: Pearce Scott Architects
June 26, 2024
A conversation with Pearce Scott and Evan Goodwin of Pearce Scott Architects What is your architectural philosophy? Pearce Scott Architects is a small, homegrown architecture firm that guides clients through the design experience without ego. We work with clients to bring the vision of their project to life by creating...
Transitional Modern Style by Arnett Custom Homes
August 15, 2024
A collaborative effort between the architects at DLB Custom Homes and the builders of Arnett Custom Homes, this energy-efficient rebuild was designed with indoor and outdoor entertainment in mind and inspired by 1940s-style stucco homes. Photography by Keen Eye Marketing The spectacular eat-in kitchen includes a custom-designed range hood with...
Custom Country Cottage by Pearce Scott Architects
November 21, 2024
Designed on a tight lot in a village setting, the team at Pearce Scott Architects worked to create a welcoming entry to the street-facing front elevation of the property while maintaining privacy on the back of the lot. The homeowner’s goal for the home’s design was a nod to Lowcountry...
