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Project posted by Chris Bonner

A Modern Compound in a Historic City

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Location
North-Central, Charleston, South Carolina
Year
2019
Style
Modern
The main entry of the new home (in rear).
The main entry of the new home (in rear).
A bird's eye view in the trees
A bird's eye view in the trees
Shou sugi ban up close by @Nakamotoforestry
Shou sugi ban up close by @Nakamotoforestry
Historic gates stand to separate the street and the private realm
Historic gates stand to separate the street and the private realm
A soaring porch for breezes.
A soaring porch for breezes.
Poised to open, interior and exterior meet. Bi-fold door by @origindoors
Poised to open, interior and exterior meet. Bi-fold door by @origindoors
Preserving the past
Preserving the past

Details

Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
3
Partial Baths
2

Credits

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Architect
b Studio Architecture
Builder
Resident LLC

From Chris Bonner

A modern home nestled in the middle of Charleston, the creation of this sanctuary was based on a desire to bring multi-generational living back to the urban core. While many historic properties in the area might have a carriage house, this home took the opposite approach. The existing small "freeman's cottage" was restored and updated into a cozy guest cottage, while the more modern main home rises behind its historic neighbors. Nestled in the trees, this tall home creates an urban refuge to enjoy. The home's two-story screened porch and rooftop deck connect it to the seasonally tuned weather of the south. Catching breezes and connecting the interior to nature, a large movable glass wall helps bring the outdoors into this modern urban home. Wrapped in shou sugi ban siding, tall windows, and minimalist modern fixtures, this home is still able to blend in the background and create a hidden urban utopia for the owners.