There is an old proverb that says when a door closes, a window opens. It is one uniquely suited as an introduction to Teresa Knoll, interior design consultant with Carolina Window Designs. When her...
Two-Sided Coin: Why a standard homeowners policy may not be enough for luxury homes
Obtaining the right insurance coverage for a high-value home is like a two-sided coin. On one side is an individual with an attention to detail that has proved a cut above. The evidence of that...
From the Ground Up: What makes an Artisan Custom Homes – Hilton Head home different? Well, that’s entirely up to you.
In his nearly 40 years in the homebuilding business, Michael Saba has amassed an almost encyclopedic knowledge of the craft. He can talk you through the finer points of every aspect of construction,...
Spring Style Watch with Birdie James
Tie dye continues to steal the show, along with patterns that borrow from nature. Big shoulders, creative cut-outs and floral opulence mark the return of the Spring season with Birdie James.
Exceptional, Sophisticated, Smart: Idea Home in Palmetto Bluff’s Wilson Village has it all
Architecture by Wayne Windham Architect, P.A. ,Construction by H2 Builders, Interiors by KS McRorie Interior Design
Vacation Vibes: Spring fashion set in a stylish Sea Pines home
Special Thanks to The Prud’homme Team and Pacaso for hosting our shoot in this stylish Sea Pines home. Styled by Kaila Jeffcoat. Modeled by Julia Rockett & Gioia DiBartolomeo
Don’t Remodel … Just N-Hance: Local cabinet restoration and refinishing offers 5-5-5 guarantee
If it’s time for your kitchen to get a little facelift, you may be in for some sticker shock when you get an estimate for new cabinets. Not only that, but the time you may have to wait to get on the...
Property Envy: We’re hosting an open house of the five most fabulous Lowcountry homes on the market today.
Grab a complimentary cookie and join us for a tour.
Bad Spot! What do you do when Spot makes a spot on your rug? Call Lowcountry Clean Care.
We’re not sure where we read this, but it seems like common wisdom that you can have either clean rugs or pets. But you can only pick one. However, that’s not always realistic. Just as we need the...
Neighborhood Stroll: Ribaut Island
At the most northern tip of Hilton Head Island, residents of Ribaut Island enjoy a truly unique community, comprised of 63 single-family homesites located on 52 magnificent acres—a place that each...
Stately, Spectacular, and Serene: Ribaut Island home stuns from every angle
Architecture by Kermit Huggins (Mark Bremmer, draftsman), Construction by Rick DeLong, Advantage Builders, Interiors by Mary Jane Bucci, MJ Design
Modern Seaside Luxury in Forest Beach
Renovation captures light, brings the outdoors in, and offers a warm welcome
Neighborhood Stroll: Forest Beach
Forest Beach is one of Hilton Head Island’s most established and most unique residential neighborhoods, comprised of two main areas: North Forest Beach and South Forest Beach. Many locals refer to...
Sleep Local: May River Mattress lets you rest your head in comfort, knowing you’re helping small businesses succeed.
By now we’ve all heard the numerous reasons why it’s important to shop local. You’ve seen the signs about how patronizing your neighbors’ businesses helps a young girl attend ballet classes rather...
Here to Stay: Couple puts down roots in Berkeley Hall
Construction by AR Homes—Blue Ocean Luxury Homes, Landscape Design by Sunshine Nursery
Interiors by Colleen Roach, AR Homes, Architecture by Mario Vitorino, AR Homes
Spreading Christmas Cheer!
Ready for a hassle-free holiday? Let the Mosquito Nix Elves handle the lights.
Holiday recipes with Chef Lynn Michelle and Cassandra’s Kitchen
I like to cook. No, I love to cook. Generally, a trip to the grocery store is not on my top-10 list of favorite things to do, but if I know I’m going to prepare dinner for a group of family or...
2022 Realtors of the Lowcountry
Beth DeAngelis Keller Williams Realty Lowcountry The Coastal Living Team 8 Lafayette Place Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 (843) 271-4254 coastallivingbybeth.com What is your favorite room in a house?...
Neighborhood Stroll: Palmetto Bluff’s Wilson Village
Touring Lowcountry’s premier neighborhoods
On Point in Palmetto Bluff
Architecture by Court Atkins Group , Construction by H2 Builders, Interiors by H2 Design Gallery and Tracy Hawk
The Bannons Have Crossed a Line
Bluffton’s favorite husband-and-wife legal eagles, Jim and Meredith Bannon, are taking their show on the road.
New School Thinking, Old School Values
Old Coast Heating & Air Conditioning has a radical approach to service: actually doing the job right. Now that’s cool.
Building a Better Future: Montgomery Law Firm, LLC
At Montgomery Law Firm, LLC, your family’s future prosperity is just a simple plan away.
Editor’s Note: October 2022
Are You a White Rabbit? There is an ongoing conversation in this office about tardiness. Are there certain people in your life who are always keeping you waiting? Or are you the person who is...
Pandemic Paradise in Palmetto Dunes
Couple finds peace on the island amid covid chaos
Ranch Style Beach Beauty in Palmetto Dunes
Interiors by Erin Dougherty and Bryn Dunn of ISABELLA Style, Charlotte, N.C. , Construction by Residential Home Services, Landscape design by Carlos Lopez Landscapes
River Road Reverie: Finding sanctuary at the Bluff
“We first visited Palmetto Bluff 10 years ago on our way home from a family vacation in Charleston, and it was love at first sight,” Gina Malkiewicz said. “We were in awe of all the natural beauty...
Neighborhood Stroll: Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort
Touring Hilton Head Island’s premier neighborhoods
The Unstoppable Beth DeAngelis
For this dedicated real estate professional, it’s not about just doing the job. It’s about doing it right.
Outlook on Interest Rates and the Housing Market
If you’re thinking about buying or selling real estate, refinancing a mortgage, investing in the stock or bond market, or you’re just curious about the near-term future of the U.S. economy, you’ll...
Stone Restore by Doug Hoover and Roddy Lane: Ask your neighbors
If there is one lesson many of us have learned the hard way, it is not to trust everything we read or see on the internet—especially those glowing reviews that are often incentivized, paid for, or downright fake. When looking for a professional to work in your home, it pays to come out of the digital world and ask around your neighborhood.
Fantastic Floors: Sir Grout of the Lowcountry finishes on top as national franchise
Sir Grout of the Lowcountry, well known in the area for their outstanding ability to restore natural stone floors to flawless, like new finishes, now has another reason to shine. The local business...
Long Cove Lowcountry with an Edge
Merged styles blend beautifully in warm, welcoming, wide-open new home
Homegrown Grocery Store
I might just be posthumously a millennial, but there is an ingenuity to being seemingly industrious without actually doing anything. I believe my parents’ generation labeled it as being lazy, but...
Wexford Castle: Family home offers grandeur, warmth, and memories
Architecture and Interiors by Group3, Construction by Sandcastle Constructors
2022 Men Behind the Business
Dave Miller Superior Services 36 Persimmon St #202, Bluffton, SC 29910 (843) 682-2665 gotosuperior.com What services does your business provide? Whole-house service solutions, AC repair, plumbing,...
Neighborhood Stroll: Wexford
This is the first of many articles in a continuing series in CH2 & CB2 magazines highlighting neighborhoods and gated communities in the Lowcountry.
A New Dawn at COAST
Two of the island’s most iconic real estate professionals have created something entirely different, and they’re inviting the best and brightest to join them
Façade Facelift: Ways to enhance your home’s curb appeal
Your home’s curb appeal gives the first impression of what’s inside. By simply adding a few upgrades to your house, it will be easier to sell when the time comes, and in the meantime, you’ll enjoy...
Extending the Legacy: Jordan Blaine
Jordan Blaine is a born and bred Southerner who has loved the charm and beauty of the Lowcountry his entire life. While he was raised in Augusta, Georgia, his family has been coming to Hilton Head...
Fresh Air: Is it time for a new HVAC?
The air in your home is controlled by the HVAC system, which includes the air conditioner and heater. If you’ve stayed up to date with repair and maintenance, it’s likely your system is efficient....
Contemplating Insulating? Upgrading your home’s insulation and attic efficiency
Every smart homeowner is looking for ways to reduce housing costs wherever possible. Unless your home is on the newer side and specially constructed to conserve energy, then you should think about...
A Plan to Expand: A step-by-step strategy to add extra space at home
Are you and your spouse tired of sharing the bathroom in shifts? Has your family gained a new member? Do the kids need their own rooms? Does your kitchen feel tiny and cramped? Is it finally time...
It’s Time to Bite Back: Biting pests ruining your cookout? It’s time to call in Mosquito Hunters.
Have you been enjoying this cooler spring? Isn’t it pleasant to step outside, breathe in the crisp unseasonably cold air and enjoy your outdoor spaces? Enjoy it while you can—the mosquitos are...
A Palmetto Bluff Experience: Designing a new perspective
The great room uses blended materials with great expansive views of the courtyard. At Palmetto Bluff, it all begins with the land. Nestled between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, this...
What’s Hot and What’s Not: Five trends to embrace and five to forget
Trends are … well, they’re trends. They come and go. They are the benchmarks that keep us either fresh or stale. So here are some exciting ideas that are on point and some to which you should wave...
The Prince of Tides
Ryan Moore and his team of highly qualified professionals at High Tide Restoration and Cleaning are here to bring you back from disaster.
A Better Backyard: Updates for outdoor living spaces
Spring weather has a way of waking everything up including your inspiration to create new and improved outdoor spaces. For those of us who reside in the Lowcountry, our outdoor access is barely...
“Through the Beauty of a Garden … A Gift to the Community”: All Saints Garden Tour returns for thirty-third season
We’re back! The thirty-third Annual All Saints Garden Tour on Saturday, May 21, 2022, has something for everyone: gardens of various sizes, most located on the water. Some are designed and...
Gotcha Covered:Lots of options for new roofs
If you’re in the market for a new roof, too few options will not be a problem. There are lots. New technologies and innovations now make it possible to have just about any look you desire no matter...