This striking 2-story Lowcountry home encompasses 3577 sq. ft. with 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. The residence sits on a spacious lot with a distinctive courtyard layout, merging elegance and practicality seamlessly. Perhaps one of the most notable features of this build is the detached garage with a loft above, providing additional versatile space for various uses.
We were approached by this client who also happened to be the owner of a lighting distributorship. He was looking to develop his lot as a future rental home in Blue Gray Estates which is located by the Succession Golf Club in Beaufort, South Carolina. With an overall Lowcountry home design in mind, we discussed his additional expectations, building plans and reviewed the land survey. Due to the excess amount of clay in the dirt on this elevated lot, we not only had to muck and compact it to provide proper and correct, but we also had to pay close attention and awareness to the ground height we were building on. As important as the preparation of the foundation was to this build, we also had to coordinate proper clearing for this heavily wooded lot at the same time. Due to environmental restrictions on foliage and trees that could not be disturbed, we had to make sure our research was up to date and decisions were correctly executed. Site prep often takes going the extra mile to guarantee an overall cohesive (and correct!) building process.
The initial building phase involved overcoming the challenge of a very wet site, requiring careful planning to ensure a solid foundation. Extensive groundwork and drainage solutions were implemented to stabilize the site for construction. During construction, a wine room was added to accommodate the client's evolving vision for the home. The mid-phase saw several design adjustments to meet new expectations, managed carefully to maintain the timeline and budget.
It’s the details that made the biggest difference because it kept this building process on track. For us, details include job sites that are organized and kept tidy as well as enclosed for safety. It also means our tradesmen are the best for the job. We were grateful for our electrician who created the best electrical plan for this build and the usage needed. Knowing our client was in the lighting industry, we knew all lighting functions and allowances needed to be accurate for his chosen light fixtures to work properly. We enjoyed working alongside him as we discovered new ways to incorporate his specifically chosen light fixtures to highlight his new home.
The final building phase included installation of the mahogany front door and custom-made shutters, adding the final touch of elegance and durability. These features were chosen to complement the Lowcountry style while providing lasting quality. The project concluded with meticulous attention to detail, resulting in a stylish and functional residence that fully fulfills the needs of our client.
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- 3577 Sq. Ft.
- 6 bed, 6 bath
- Engineer: Three Rivers
- Architects: Bridgewater Consulting
- Landscaper: Advanced Irrigation
- Interior Designer: Anita Boose
Towards the final stages of this build, we were extremely pleased to see every element of the design process come together. After David completed his final walk through, we were eager to show it to our client. Aside from the overall completed home, the unique light fixtures, 28-foot ceilings, LVP floors that emulated old reclaimed oak wood flooring, a giant back porch and fire pit were just a few of our highlighted favorites. Stories don’t always end when the home is completely built. Through this experience, we were able to work with our client again and look forward to completing another project for him this coming year.
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