Charleston Home + Design Magazine - Fall 2012

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Spivey Architects, Inc.

Project Type: New Construction

(843) 795-9370 | spiveyarchitects.com

Builder: Cook Bonner Construction, Inc.

Location: Beresford Hall, Mt. Pleasant Square Footage: 5,000

The Pieces

The Passion:

➊ The entry separates the private section of the

From the Heart of Michael Spivey, Architect

home from the living areas and directs the view to a specimen live oak, the marsh, and river beyond. ➋ The fireplaces were hand-crafted by the owner. ➌ The master bath area is fully paneled in cherry.

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“With lots of living areas on the first floor and the abundance of trees on site, the design required careful planning to accommodate both situations. We used the challenge to create a fully functional home that uses the existing trees to enhance the built space and the overall presence of the home’s setting. Incorporating a home perfectly within nature is one of the most satisfying aspects of residential design.”


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