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 tradition in form with more contemporary architectural features–a Pearce Scott specialty.

“We designed the concept with the client’s vision in mind, and executed it through construction documents and occasional construction observation to ensure the vision was maintained throughout the build process,” the team says.

The homeowners had specific requests of the team to design a space that wouldn’t feel cramped despite its tight property constraints. To meet this need, high ceilings and expansive windows in the great room make the entire home feel much larger than it is. Located on a floodplain, Pearce Scott Architects designed the house to address jurisdictional requirements for a successful design/build process.