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by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | Aug 5, 2021
Their new Beaufort enclave features more amenities than traditional neighboring waterfront homes: indoor hydrotherapy pool and hot tub; fully equipped fitness center; golf simulator, golf workshop and putting green; stylish state-of-the-art billiard room. And yes, even their own signature “Pelican Bar.” John and Lisa Cregan dreamed big when they decided to build in coastal South Carolina. It all began on the golf course.
by Cheryl Ricer | Aug 5, 2021
Female entrepreneurs and women in the workplace impact the world in far-reaching ways. Many, too, are caring for our families or loved ones. Women constantly juggle personal and professional commitments and responsibilities, which makes finding balance difficult.
by Tim Wood | Aug 3, 2021
Heather Price isn’t running a typical business. For most of her life, she has been in the business of helping people and connecting folks both with each other and with resources to make their lives better.
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | Jul 2, 2021
Musicians: Gary Pratt & Jevon Daly
by Cheryl Ricer | Jul 2, 2021
Tyler Dykes, Scott Odom (co-owner), Barry Raduta (co-owner), Stephen McMann, Andrew Russell, and Jonathan Russell
by Barry Kaufman | Jul 2, 2021
There are some callings that transcend generations. There are the family businesses, sure, but here we’re talking about those families who have made one singular driving passion an integral part of their traditions and their legacies. There are the doctors who come from a long line of doctors. The artists and writers who continue each generation to foster their creativity.
by Barry Kaufman | Jul 2, 2021
Trends and plants are both perennial things. They blossom and mature, are harvested, and then lay dormant until the season returns.
by Cheryl Ricer | Jul 2, 2021
While most people are aware of the financial responsibility that homeownership requires, many don’t think much about the time and labor required to maintain a home. Regular home maintenance will ensure that your home stays healthy and happy and that you avoid frustration and wasted money.
by Cheryl Ricer | May 28, 2021
Every guy deserves a dedicated space at home to be himself, relax, entertain his buddies with billiards or TV, or pursue some other passion. Plus, it seems that when it comes to stress recovery, men benefit from withdrawing a bit more than women do. A recent university study found that men’s cortisol levels dropped significantly when they had more solo leisure time in their own homes. Also, a poll conducted by houzz.com revealed that more than one-third of homes have a dedicated man cave, so it seems to be a sound investment of space and money.
by Barry Kaufman | May 28, 2021
As one of the principals of Blue Palm Interiors, Holly Blocker is no stranger to making a good home look great. Having moved down from Kentucky three years ago, she has quickly become an expert in the peccadillos of the traditional Lowcountry style: the subdued color palette, the natural textures, the clean lines.
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | May 26, 2021
Jim and Meredith Bannon The Bannon Law Group, LLC 10 Westbury Park Way, Suite A Bluffton, SC 29910 (843) 815-4505 www.bannonlawgroup.com What is your area of practice? Jim focuses on criminal...
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | May 26, 2021
Linda Conklin SEASONS Interior Design My go-to color for painting a dining room is: Most of our projects have open floor plans, so the dining room usually ends up being the main house color. Distant...
by Barry Kaufman | May 26, 2021
For those who don’t follow the ins and outs of real estate, it may come as some surprise to learn that the market is booming right now. Especially here in the Lowcountry, where the rise of remote working and a shift in people’s priorities have created a desire to start living the good life now.
by Cheryl Ricer | May 26, 2021
When you are in the market for a new roof, too few options to consider will not be a problem. There are lots. New technologies and innovations in the industry now make it possible to have just about any look you desire no matter where you live. Plus, a new roof will add value to your home and upgrade the overall exterior appeal in terms of look, style, and color.
by Cheryl Ricer | May 26, 2021
It used to be that the kitchen was a small room situated in the back of the home, away from the center of activity. Today not only are kitchens much larger, but they’ve become the hub of family...
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | May 26, 2021
Though I have never sought a divorce, several friends and family members have, and each have shared insights into their experience both during and after their divorce. Whether it was an “amicable” Gwyneth Paltrow-Chris Martin consciously uncoupling divorce, or it was more of a Kathleen Turner-Michael Douglas in War of the Roses divorce, undoubtedly one distinct fact remained: Divorce is hard. “It’s the hardest thing I’ve ever done,” said one friend, who in addition to being a competitive mountain biker, also survived thyroid cancer prior to his divorce.
by Amy Bartlett | Apr 1, 2021
At the Bruno Nursery on Hilton Head Island, it’s almost more about people than it is about plants or pottery, but they have a passion for all of the above and that’s how it’s been since the...
by Barry Kaufman | Apr 1, 2021
Of all the things you can do for your home—fresh paint, updated cabinetry—there is nothing more important than curb appeal. And the key to curb appeal is a healthy, verdant lawn of grass and...
by Cheryl Ricer | Apr 1, 2021
After the spring we’ve had, it’s likely the exterior of your home casts a yellow-greenish hue from the plethora of pollen that’s been coating the Lowcountry. Although your home is doing its job to...
by Cheryl Ricer | Apr 1, 2021
By 1985, David Myers was living the hard-working American dream. A native Midwesterner, Myers had completed college, joined the Navy where he did three tours in Vietnam, and moved to Massachusetts,...
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | Apr 1, 2021
There are countless reasons to love living in the Lowcountry. There’s salt in the air, a temperate climate, and more opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature. Most of the reasons we love to...
by Cheryl Ricer | Apr 1, 2021
Being largely confined to our homes for the last year has given many of us inspiration to find new ways to love our dwellings. Getting new furniture is always exciting, and now more than ever, we’re...
by Barry Kaufman | Apr 1, 2021
There’s a new vibe in Old Town Bluffton. Perhaps nowhere is this more evident than in two buildings bursting with Southern charm.
by Tim Wood | Apr 1, 2021
Andy Pitts loves music. He adores wood. And he treasures friends and family. In each grouping, he is like that character actor on that show you love — you know, an in-demand nomad, beloved by...
by Cheryl Ricer | Mar 31, 2021
Private accommodation rentals are being heralded by those in the know—including Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times—as the post-pandemic comeback kid. And no destination is more ready and willing to cash in on those predictions than Hilton Head Island. Whether you are starting from scratch building a new home, remodeling an existing home, or simply looking for ways to make over an outdated style, we’ve got the details to help you become a short-term host with the most and ensure that your luxury rental is a showstopper.
by Barry Kaufman | Mar 31, 2021
How two island entrepreneurs are disrupting the waste disposal business (in a good way).
by Cheryl Ricer | Mar 31, 2021
Our homes are our havens where we go to recharge and find safety from the outside world. However, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports that many times indoor air quality can be two to...
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | Mar 30, 2021
Remodeling your bathroom can breathe new life into your home. Plus, since many people are spending so much more time at home, having a functional, beautiful bathroom is now on the top of the...
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | Mar 26, 2021
Steve Fisher has enjoyed being a tradesman as long as he can remember. That joy in seeing a job done right from start to finish began as a stone mason in Rochester, N.Y. He quickly learned that...
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | Mar 26, 2021
More than a tagline or promotional copy, there’s a story behind the headline of a kid who learned organization from military parents and grew up on his dad’s job sites, seeing firsthand how a good...
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | Mar 2, 2021
Meet the visionaries behind the free-standing artwork that is the lowcountry’s architecture.
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | Mar 2, 2021
Carmine Setola carries a title you don’t see very often these days – he is a master upholsterer. When he first learned the art, it was through an upholstery trade school, offered by the VA after his...
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | Mar 1, 2021
As a professional insurance agent with State Farm for more than 13 years and 24 years in total with the company, Kevin Sevier understands what insurance means to you. And for most of us, insurance...
by Cheryl Ricer | Mar 1, 2021
Pantone, the global color authority and provider of professional color language standards and digital solutions for the design community, has named “Ultimate Gray” and the lemony yellow...
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | Mar 1, 2021
A Spring Island Couple Finds Their Lifestyle Reimagined in the Lowcountry.
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | Jan 2, 2021
We hate to break it to you, but your house is still dirty, and in the worst place possible. You can’t see this dirt and grime, but it’s there, circulating every time your air conditioning is on. And...
by Cheryl Ricer | Jan 2, 2021
Before taking on your next home remodeling project, it’s a good idea to get your ducks in a row by doing some important preliminary work. First, do some research about the professionals you’ll want to hire.
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | Dec 2, 2020
In the year 2000, Michael Kelca was forced to make a complete change in careers when he was employed by an area quartz distributor as controller, and the only option of compensation was to trade some slabs for salary owed. Prior to this, Michael had always worked in corporate finance, traveling the country auditing various mills and manufacturers. The countertop world was one that he found intriguing. He has a natural talent for art and creating and loves a good day of hard work. To turn slabs into countertops and other surfaces was a challenge he welcomed. He was determined to make lemonade out of sour grapes!
by Barry Kaufman | Dec 2, 2020
All year, you tried your best not to look at your dreary, dated kitchen cabinets.
With lockdown, it got even harder. Suddenly you found yourself housebound, the entire world now shrunk to the space within your four walls.
by Cheryl Ricer | Dec 2, 2020
Blinds, shades, shutters—what is the difference? And is neutral the way to go, or is this a good time to spring for pattern and color? What about installation, embellishments? And before we go any further, how much will I have to spend?
by Amy Bartlett | Nov 2, 2020
After successfully and innovatively writing insurance on the coast since 1981, what better move for Anderson Insurance Associates than to expand into one of the greatest coastal locations: Hilton Head Island?
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | Nov 2, 2020
Here in the Lowcountry, we find no shortage of things for which to be thankful: beautiful surroundings, good-hearted neighbors, and delicious food abound. Thanksgiving is a time to express gratitude, tell the stories of our history, honor long-standing traditions and share an indulgent meal with the people we love most.
by Special to CH2/CB2 Magazine | Nov 2, 2020
Imagine yourself moving down here for the first time. Let’s even imagine that you’re moving down here all the way from Ohio (and statistically, you probably did). Now imagine trying to coordinate the building of a home—not just any home, but your dream home—over the phone. Through Facetime. Through text messages. Now try to imagine doing all that in the middle of a global pandemic.
by Barry Kaufman | Nov 2, 2020
In the real estate world, there’s a certain hesitance to use the word “boom.” A decade since the housing bubble burst, lingering memories remain of the downward spiral that followed the dizzying heights of the early 2000s. For every boom, it stands to reason, there must be a bust.
by Barry Kaufman | Nov 2, 2020
Owning a home costs a lot of money. The mortgage itself eats up a big chunk of your housing budget, but property taxes, furnishings, and insurance bump up your monthly financial commitment even more. Homeowners insurance protects your home, which may very well be your largest investment, and gives you a sense of security. A standard homeowners policy will provide the following:
by Tim Wood | Oct 6, 2020
Open the door to Sergio Raynal’s understated, runway-adjacent Hunter Road office park woodworking studio, and you immediately realize you’re in for an inspiring encounter. The bass guitar-shaped piece of rare Hawaiian Koa wood hung on the greeting room wall and the nine-foot-long family table forged from a once-in-a-lifetime timber find with a human silhouette in the grain clue you in to his craft (the latter a 10-year-old creation Raynal reacquired after his client moved and commissioned a replacement).
by Maggie Washo | Oct 6, 2020
I remember listening to my Grandpa Ross sing Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” at the Ross Madison House (a restaurant he owned with my grandma) in upstate New York when I was just a child. It’s strange that this particular memory is burned into my brain.
by Barry Kaufman | Oct 6, 2020
If there is a single moment that defines the American spirit, it’s the moment in which someone decides to start their own business, fearlessly putting all their chips on the table and betting everything on themselves. It’s a moment of pure courage, and one whose stakes get even higher based on how much time one has already invested in climbing the corporate ladder.
by Cheryl Ricer | Oct 6, 2020
Draperies or shades can transform any room, adding warmth and style to a once drab space and enhancing views out any window. The right window dressing will even create an illusion of more space in a room by exaggerating the appearance of ceiling height.
by Tim Wood | Oct 6, 2020
Contractor horror stories are so plentiful that they have become clichés. HGTV has launched shows all about cleaning up the mistakes of crooked handymen. Internet recommendation services meant to solve the problem have instead created another layer of glossy smooth talk that makes a disappointing end result all the more soul crushing.
