Hi, It’s Bill.
Lots going on around Charleston as usual. Below is what has caught my eye this past week and the stories I’ve been following. If you’re looking for more frequent updates on area developments, be sure to follow me over on Instagram.
Work begins on new retail, medical village on Johns Island (via CRBJ)
Historic Charleston Foundation Development tracking map (via HCF)
Mayor Cogswell proposes 500 affordable housing units (via Charleston)
Folly Beach unveils new Rainbow Bridge (via Charleston Daily)
SC growth in overdrive (via Post & Courier)
This is the most important building in Charleston in a century
Let me introduce you to 635 King St, or Courier Square Phase 2, Building 1…probably the most exciting building coming to the Charleston peninsula. This 8 story apartment complex is a “Texas Donut” with the parking garage at the center. A building of this scale would be hard to blend into the surrounding landscape right? Wrong. Let me explain.
The architecture firm tasked with the design is Sottile & Sottile out of Savannah and they understood the assignment. They came up with a 5 point “manifesto” for what the design of the building needed to achieve:
The Solution Must be Humane
The Solution Must be of Charleston
The Solution Must Relate Well to all Frontages
The Solution Must Beautify the Skyline
The Solution Must Reward the Street Experience
When presenting the concept to the Board of Architectural Review (BAR) in 2022, it was met with unanimous support. Fast forward a year and they’re back for preliminary review. This was met with a resounding “is this even possible”? The design is so ambitious for a project of this scale, but Sottile & Sottile and Greystar, the developer, are up for the challenge.
Enter the ACBA, the American College of the Building Arts. Greystar and Sottile & Sottile have tapped them to help make this vision a reality. The faculty and students are crafting wrought iron lanterns, gates, stone columns, sculpted terra cotta panels, hand-carved keystones, and more.
“I think this will be the best new building in a century in Charleston.” - Seaton Brown, BAR Member
Want to learn more about this project? The Historic Charleston Foundation is hosting Christian Sottile on Nov 13th at the American College of Building Arts to discuss the project in their Arts & Architecture series. Click below for more information and hopefully I’ll see you there.
4 Bed | 3.5 Bath | 3058 Sqft | $1,125,000
Experience the charm and luxury of this former model home in The Settlement, a historic West Ashley subdivision. This 3,058-square-foot Bull floorplan residence boasts impeccable craftsmanship, extensive upgrades, and an open floor plan featuring 10-foot ceilings, Quartz countertops, and European White Oak hardwood flooring. The main-level primary suite offers a custom walk-in closet, marble finishes, and private balcony access. Upstairs, a spacious loft, three bedrooms, and a second balcony with stunning views provide flexibility. Located in a quiet community with amenities like a deep water dock, riverfront pool, and nearby shopping and dining, this home offers convenience and elegance.
Question: How do I get my home listed here?
Answer: Start by sending Bill an email ([email protected])
Happening this week
Oct 20: Tower of Power, Chas Music Hall
Oct 23: Boney James, Chas Music Hall
Oct 24-26: Halloween in the Swamp, Cypress Gardens
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