For example, when choosing the countertop selection, Pritchard explained that the client originally wanted something white.
“I explained to my client that we were in Charleston and the house was not on the beach, but on Sullivan’s Island along the coast,” she said. “Choosing countertops in blue or green tones will appeal to many people. Most people don’t want a run-of-the-mill interior design. They want a touch of personality that falls within the Charleston style. I’m looking for something.”
In the kitchen, the homeowners used Shaker cabinet doors and unlacquered brass fixtures, Pritchard said. “It gives the kitchen depth and dimension,” she said. “The furniture we considered and selected also skewed more toward the coastal tradition, with a blue sofa with dark blue piping.”
Traditional with a modern twist
Historically, Mary Lou Wirtz, a real estate agent with Maison Real Estate in Charleston, says the interiors of Charleston homes she’s seen have tended toward traditional designs, but more As the house has been renovated, the decor has become “traditional and traditional,” he said. Something with a modern twist. ”
“Recently, we’ve seen design trends that incorporate more color and fresh details throughout; for example, dark lacquered rooms create a ‘moody’ environment,” she said.
For example, one of her properties in Haven Loop in the Kiawah River District was designed by Natalie Dixon of Low Country Lux on Kiawah Island.
“Inspired by the stunning views of the Kiawah River, Dixon incorporated a color palette that emphasizes the townhome’s natural surroundings, while also incorporating striking Gucci Heron wallpaper in the primary suite and a rich, moody lacquered half bath. “We enhanced the space with exceptional custom details, such as the room,” Wirtz explained. “Thoughtful design elements blend beautifully with bold coastal style, providing the perfect balance of elegance and local charm.”
