How to Choose the Right Builder for Your New Home

When beginning the home building process it is crucial to choose the right builder for your new home. Brilliant Builders + Renovations Sensations is here again with Rick Jackson of JacksonBuilt Custom Homes to talk about why it is so important to choose the right builder and how to ensure...

Local Restaurant Empire

Over the past nearly 30 years, the Kish family name has become well known throughout the Charleston community. Steve Kish started the empire in the 1980’s and now his sons are in tow. We chat about running a family business, their success, their restaurants, and what’s next for the trio's...

Creating a Spa-Like Bathroom

As the bathroom is one of the most used spaces in any home, it's important for you to feel comfortable and relaxed in the room. Designing a spa-like bathroom ambiance is key to achieving just that. Decorate with Plants When you add decorative pieces to your countertop, opt for plants....

Fun & Fresh Tile

Get ready to kiss subway tile good-bye. It’s no secret that the right tile can be hard to find. Sometimes the plethora of options can be overwhelming so we choose to go the safe route with a simpler tile, such as a classic subway tile. But a bold option can...

Residential Architecture Expert

Steve Herlong discovered his passion as a young boy. He recalls a bicycle adventure in the woods. On his journey, he found a beautifully designed home nestled away. After he saw that house, Steve was inspired to create homes that belonged as this home did. Steve went to Clemson University...

Global Design Duo

The History Charlotte-based global design duo Kelley Lentini and Berkeley Minkhorst met by chance and discovered their shared passion for travel and design. Over the years their friendship developed and in 2017 House of Nomad was born. The pair has since mastered their eclectic, contemporary style and been featured in...

Historic Boutique Hotel

20 South Battery was built in 1843. The structure highlights the classic elements of Neoclassical architecture such as classic simplicity, dramatic columns, and a grandeur of scale. In 2018, Dr. Jack Schaeffer purchased the home and went to work to preserve and restore 20 South Battery to its original charm....

Top Posts in September

It's hard to believe that it's already October. This year is flying by so fast! We're back with our monthly round up of top Instagram posts in September. Head to our Instagram @chdmag to see more! Fall 2020 Megan Stokes Cover Story | Photo by Patrick Brickman Megan Stokes graced...

Favorite Things with Megan Stokes

You heard Megan’s story in our fall issue. Now, we’re chatting with the lifestyle blogger about a few of her favorite things (cue Julie Andrews singing in The Sound of Music), and showing you some photos you didn't see in the magazine. Favorite fellow Charleston-based Instagram accounts? The list is...

Wallpaper Dreams

West coast native designer Stefani Stein has broken into the Charleston market with her wallpaper brand August Abode. She created August Abode with a passion for travel and the surrounding environments. Stefani felt inspired to design prints that are representative of the charm that comes from cities like Charleston. Portrait...