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Jamison & Heather Howard of Max Crosby Construction When local builder Jamison Howard and his wife, Heather, began the search for their next family home, they found themselves drawn to a late-1970s construction with good bones and plenty of character. After taking the Isle of Palms house down to bare studs to construct their vision (while maintaining many features that made
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Jamison and Heather chose to preserve the nailed-plank heartpine floors because they saw them as a major contributor to the home’s charm. Stark-white shiplap ceilings and walls complement the warm hues of the flooring. The couple achieved a clean, tranquil look through use of a soft overall color palette, and the two brightened things up with accent furniture from Coralberry Cottage.
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Jamison loves the look and feel of an enameled range, so it’s no surprise that one of his favorite aspects of the kitchen is this one by LaCanche. The mosaic backsplash incorporates colors found throughout the house and creates a kitchen atmosphere that strikes a harmonious chord with the rest of their living space.
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One of the elements of the original construction that Jamison was most interested in preserving was this true masonry fireplace. Finished with reclaimed Charleston brick and studded with costal decorative objects, this centerpiece exudes Lowcountry charm. For more information, call Max Crosby Construction at (843) 766-9976 or visit maxcrosbyconstruction.com. The Howard Family (from left) Jamison Howard of Max Crosby Construction with Son Jamison, Wife Heather, and Daughter Katelyn
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CH+D • Summer 2016
Compiled by Katherine Bryan • Photography by Patrick Brickman
the home unique), the family was thoroughly pleased with the timeless style of the remodeled beach cottage.