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....

Clean Air Solution

Indoor air quality is of utmost importance in your home. Bad indoor air quality can result in long-term health problems such as COPD, cancer, asthma, allergies, heart disease, and more. Americans take over 23,000 breaths per day and spend an average of 90 percent of their day indoors. It is...

Pattern Mixing Like a Pro

Mixing patterns is a great way to add interest, color, and depth while giving your space a unique look. Incorporating different patterns into your design can be incredibly intimidating, we get it. Choosing the right color scheme in a room can be stressful enough; it quickly becomes overwhelming when you...

Low Maintenance Plants to Spice Up Your Space

Adding greenery with some fun house plants is just one way to create interest in your design and to help brighten up the space. There are a variety of options for people who are just discovering their green thumb, and for people with a long history of taking care of...

Choosing a Lot: What to Know

We've recently launched a new podcast hosted by our publisher Tim Barkley. Brilliant Builders + Renovation Sensations is a way for us to share information about different facets of the home industry. This time we talk with Dan Logan from Stono Construction about what homeowners should consider when choosing a...

Bedroom Makeover 101

Since we’ve been spending so much more time at home over the last few months, now is a great time to tackle home projects. A simple refresh to your bedroom will make all the difference and it can be done in less than a day. Who doesn’t enjoy a quick...

Durable and Stylish Floors

Choosing the best flooring for your home can be a daunting task with so many options. We’ve talked with Lowcountry flooring professionals to showcase some of the best choices for your family to ensure you are picking durable and stylish floors. Coretec Stone This stone is an alternative to traditional...

Multi-Faceted Window Treatments

History Patriot Blinds & More was founded in 2015 in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Over the past five years the company has grown to include locations throughout the Carolinas, including Charleston. Additionally, the team at Patriot Blinds has combined decades of experience to help homeowners pick the best treatments for them....

A Step by Step Guide to Creating Recycled Glass Countertops

A great way to put your own touch on your home is by incorporating custom features in the design. Opting for recycled glass countertops is a way to not only support an eco-friendly local business, but also to showcase items in a unique matter.  GlassEco Surfaces offers homeowners just that....

New Tile Shop Owner

Kevin's Background Kevin Elliot's career began when he was 16 years old at Revco. He would stay with them for the next 30 years; 20 of which were after CVS bought Revco. Kevin joined the Charleston market in 2009 and continued working with CVS until 2017 when he was laid...