Why Coastal Stone Flooring Is the Ultimate Garage Upgrade for Coastal Homes
May 1, 2025
Garages in coastal homes often double as more than just parking spaces—they're workshops, storage zones, or even bonus living areas. Choosing the right flooring is essential, not just for its durability, but also for maintaining a clean, elevated look that suits a home by the sea. Coastal Stone Flooring combines...
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...
10 Trends in Outdoor Living Rooms That We Can’t Get Enough Of
July 1, 2024
Here are 10 outdoor living room trends that are capturing our attention this summer. 1 Outdoor Showers An outdoor shower provides an ideal solution for rinsing off after a day at the beach before entering the home. Installing outdoor plumbing is quite feasible, making it convenient for homeowners to enjoy...
Scenic Charleston Charm by Zuma
September 19, 2024
Awendaw is home to those who love slow, Southern living. Surrounded by Francis Marion National Forest and Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge, the community is a scenic escape from the City of Charleston. This little cottage is no different and is called home by Zuma’s co-founder, Elyse Witt. “We love...
Behind the Brand: POLYWOOD at Seawah Furniture | Design
May 27, 2024
The best furniture for Charleston homes is always in style and and always in season. POLYWOOD Furniture is a line of durable outdoor furniture carried by Seawah Furniture | Design and is perfect for coastal homeowners. Photography by Kelly Parrish Why does POLYWOOD® pair effortlessly with Seawah Furniture | Design...
Tips For Cleaning Your Graber Window Treatments
April 16, 2024
John Weinstock, executive vice president of Graber offers tips that will give you instructions for cleaning sturdy aluminum blinds, delicate sheer drapery—and everything in between. Drapery Drapery should not be washed. Decorative fabrics are generally quite tough, but they are not made to stand up to the rigors of...
Plants & Pets: The Two Can Mix
September 24, 2024
A dog may be a man’s best friend, but not so much for flowers and plants. This yard's architecture designed by REMARK Landscape Architecture, and expertly installed by Charleston Landscape, creates a delightful space where playful pups and carefully pruned plants can coexist harmoniously. Here is why: PHOTOGRAPHY BY NEWPORT653...
Beware of PFAS aka Forever Chemicals
July 25, 2023
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently advised Americans to be aware of PFAS, or man-made chemicals that have been around since the 40s, found in our drinking water today. If you've been on the fence about a water filtration and sanitation system, now is the time to consider bringing home...
Kinetico by Advanced Water Systems
June 20, 2023
Advanced Water Systems offers the essentials needed for efficient and effective water treatments for every water issue. From water softeners to special treatment solutions, Advanced Water Systems has the knowledge, experience, and Kinetico equipment to deliver fresh, purified water from every source in your home. Water Filtration A Kinetico Water...
April 26, 2022
Why is Cambria Quartz the perfect alternative to granite and marble? Eco-Friendly Sustainable, family-owned, and American-made surfaces you can feel good about. A natural stone like quartz is a precious resource. Cambria Quartz is unique in its mindful mining techniques. They operate with sustainable tools and practices that preserve the...
