Charleston, South Carolina is a charming and peaceful port city that is known for its historic sites, museums, and outdoor recreation spaces. Its numerous beach towns, classic architecture, and remarkable year-round weather draws in many residents and tourists from around the region and beyond. Unlike other major cities around the country where typical homes are apartments and condos, residences in Charleston are remarkably large, expensive, and distinctive. These homes are characterized by classic architectural styles and are personalized to match the personalities and lifestyles of its homeowners.
If you are looking to build a home in Charleston or anywhere in the Lowcountry area, take a look at this list of the best custom home builders in Charleston, South Carolina. These firms have years of experience building custom homes in the region and can help turn your vision of your dream home into reality.
Shelter Custom-Built Living
SHELTER Custom Built-Living is a widely-sought award-winning custom home builder in the Lowcountry. As a locally-owned company, SHELTER has a vested interest in the region’s architecture and how new homes and structures affect the built environment. Its mission is to construct homes that meet the needs and wants of clients through an honest and thorough approach while adding to the aesthetics of the existing architectural landscape. Established in 2013, the firm retains an in-house team of expert builders, designers, and managers who work together in ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery of homes. Its strong network of subcontractors and suppliers further allows the firm to offer a good range of design and material options to each client.
Because of its creative craftsmanship and honest customer service, the firm has earned the highest possible rating from GuildQuality, continues to receive five-star ratings from clients, and is the first South Carolina builder to be featured on the Today’s Builder television show. The Captain’s Island 1 project featured above captures SHELTER’s exceptional capability and artistry in its craft. Blending in with the laid-back Southern feel of Charleston living, the home’s facade features solid-white horizontal wood siding and glass-and-steel windows with awnings. The brick fence combined with palm trees and shrubs creates a peaceful and inviting atmosphere for homeowners and guests alike. The interior poses a similar ambiance with its white-washed walls, open floor plan, and minimalist design. Accent pieces and furnishings, as well as an outdoor living area next to the swimming pool, exhibit elegance and sophistication. The backyard view of the creek further adds to the serene ambiance of the home. The home is an excellent work of architecture that can be enjoyed for generations to come.
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SHELTER at (843) 278-2914 or contact us