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Whole Home Remodel Guide – Everything You Need to Know Before Starting

Your house works, but it doesn’t work well. The kitchen is cramped, the layout feels choppy, the bathrooms are stuck in 1995, and you’re tired of looking at popcorn ceilings. You’ve thought about tackling one room at a time, but the whole place needs help.  A whole home remodel lets you fix it all at once …

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Room Addition Guide – Everything You Need to Know Before Adding Space to Your Home

Running out of space but love your home and neighborhood? A room addition lets you stay put while gaining the space you need, whether that’s a home office, an extra bedroom, a sunroom, or a master suite. Adding a room to your house involves structural considerations, zoning restrictions, design decisions, and a permitting process. That’s …

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Custom Home Renovation Guide – When You Need an Architect

Planning a custom home renovation is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. Should you hire an architect? Do you need a structural engineer? Can’t your contractor just figure it out? If you’re planning more than cosmetic updates (like removing walls, adding square footage, or reimagining your home’s layout) the answer is almost always yes, …

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Charleston Architecture Firms – How to Choose the Right One for Your Project

If you’re planning a custom home, major renovation, or home addition in Charleston, you’ve probably noticed there’s no shortage of Charleston architecture firms to choose from. From boutique custom home architects to large multi disciplinary practices, the options can feel overwhelming. The good news? Once you know what to look for, finding the right architect …

A Charleston Design Guide – Elevated House Plans for Flood Zones

  If you’re planning a new custom home build in Charleston, you’ve probably heard the term “flood zone” thrown around more than once. Depending on where your lot is located, you might need elevated house plans for flood zones, which means your home will sit higher above the ground than a typical house. And here’s …

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One Homeowner’s Experience Finding an Architect for Residential Design in Charleston

Building a custom home is a big decision, and finding the right architect for residential projects matters. Lauren M. just finished her new home on Isle of Palms, and her experience with Coastal Creek Design was better than she expected. What started as a potentially stressful process turned into something she actually enjoyed. Lauren’s story …

Home Addition and Horse Stable – Mt. Pleasant Client Success Story

  Jenn’s family needed more than just a typical home renovation. They wanted to add on to their Mount Pleasant house and build a custom horse barn at the same time. Finding the right Mt. Pleasant architect who could pull off both projects wasn’t simple. Their journey with Coastal Creek Design is just one example …

Charleston Architects – Finding the Right Professional for Your Dream Home

When you’re ready to build or renovate your dream home in Charleston, you’ll quickly discover that finding the right Charleston architects can make or break your entire project. One thing homeowners don’t often think about is that not all building professionals are created equal, and knowing the difference between an architect, designer, and builder can …

Award Winning Architects – How We’re Raising the Bar for Architecture in Charleston

When it comes to award winning architects in Charleston, we’ve been making headlines for all the right reasons. We’ve earned multiple prestigious Carolopolis Awards over the past few years, including the honor of contributing to Folly Beach’s very first Carolopolis Award.  This historic achievement speaks volumes about our commitment to excellence in preservation and innovative design. …