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What Do Structural Engineers Do?

Most homeowners meet the architect first. You usually start talking about how many bedrooms you want, where the light comes in, whether the kitchen opens to the porch. Somewhere in that conversation, someone mentions the structural engineer, and a lot of people quietly wonder what that person is actually for. So, what do structural engineers …

72nd Carolopolis Awards

Each year, the Preservation Society celebrates the best of preservation in Charleston and the Lowcountry through the Carolopolis Award program. Coastal Creek Design founder and lead engineer Brian Wells contributed his structural engineering expertise to the award-winning exterior renovation of 116 Cannon Street alongside Julia F. Martin Architects and Archer Construction.

71st Carolopolis Awards

Each year, the Preservation Society celebrates the best of preservation in Charleston and the Lowcountry through the Carolopolis Award program. Coastal Creek Design founder and lead engineer Brian Wells contributed his structural engineering expertise to the award-winning exterior renovation of 116 Cannon Street alongside Julia F. Martin Architects and Archer Construction.

70th Carolopolis Awards

Each year, the Preservation Society celebrates the best of preservation in Charleston and the Lowcountry through the Carolopolis Award program. Coastal Creek Design founder and lead engineer Brian Wells contributed his structural engineering expertise to the award-winning exterior renovation of 116 Cannon Street alongside Julia F. Martin Architects and Archer Construction.

69th Carolopolis Awards

Each year, the Preservation Society celebrates the best of preservation in Charleston and the Lowcountry through the Carolopolis Award program. Coastal Creek Design founder and lead engineer Brian Wells contributed his structural engineering expertise to the award-winning exterior renovation of 116 Cannon Street alongside Julia F. Martin Architects and Archer Construction.

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Hiring an Architect – What To Look For

Hiring an architect is one of the first big decisions you’ll make on any custom home, addition, or major renovation. And honestly, most homeowners we talk to aren’t sure where to start. They know they need somebody, but they’re not sure if that somebody is an architect, a designer, a contractor, or some combination of …

Podcast Interview – Between Two Brokers

Tune in as Joel Adrian, the lead architect at Coastal Creek Design, explores the advantages of enlisting a company that boasts both architectural and structural expertise. Listen to his insightful conversation on Talking about A Home radio show by clicking the button below and enjoying the entire broadcast.

Spring 2024 Launch Party for CHD Magazine

Each year, the Preservation Society celebrates the best of preservation in Charleston and the Lowcountry through the Carolopolis Award program. Coastal Creek Design founder and lead engineer Brian Wells contributed his structural engineering expertise to the award-winning exterior renovation of 116 Cannon Street alongside Julia F. Martin Architects and Archer Construction.

A New Way to Design

Meet Founder and Structural Engineer Brian Wells and the Coastal Creek Design team. This architectural design firm consists of both designers and structural engineers to create a one-stop shop for residential project plan needs.

Talking About a Home – Joel Adrian

Tune in as Joel Adrian, the lead architect at Coastal Creek Design, explores the advantages of enlisting a company that boasts both architectural and structural expertise. Listen to his insightful conversation on Talking about A Home radio show by clicking the button below and enjoying the entire broadcast.

Charleston Preservation Can Happen

When several West Ashley residents grew concerned about plans to demolish a historic home at 8 Stocker Drive, it appeared there was little they could do about it. But sometimes, all it takes is to make your voice heard — and treat a developer not as an enemy but as a potential friend who might come around to your point of view.

A Dream Team

Inspired by Scandinavian architecture, this West Ashley villa had a night and day transformation thanks to the teamwork of the homeowner, builder, and a local architectural design firm.

Podcast Interview With Brian Wells

Coastal Creek Design founder and lead engineer Brian Wells shares his expertise on home renovation and additions from an engineering perspective with the folks on the Talking About A Home radio show. Click the button below to listen to the full broadcast. Listen Now