CRAFTED IN CHARLESTON The Craftsmen:
Carson Rembert, the owner, works with craftsman Brian Bartlett at Custom Carolina Hanging Beds, sister company of Blu Cotton.
The Craft:
Carson, Brian, and their team create custom wood hanging beds, furniture, and cabinetry.
Carson’s Backstory:
Carson grew up in Beaufort, South Carolina, and developed a passion for construction at a young age. He learned the basics in his grandfather’s woodworking shop, and took his first construction job at age 17. He and his wife Cindi, owner of Blu Cotton, moved to Charleston in 2012, and started the business soon after in 2013. Carson began by crafting unique hanging beds, but has since expanded his company to include all kinds of custom wood furniture, such as tables, chairs, benches, hutches, cabinetry, and more.
Brian’s Backstory:
Brian, too, learned the woodworking trade from family. Growing up, his family did not have the money to buy expensive furniture, so he and his father designed and built the furniture they needed in their own workshop. His neighbors noticed his skill and began asking him to build custom pieces for their families as well. He later moved to Charleston, joined forces with Carson, and is now able to pursue his favorite hobby as well as enjoy his job of creating beautiful wood pieces full-time.
Their Philosophy:
Carson and Brian have a passion for woodworking and decades of experience between them. They like to say that if it’s made of wood, they can find a way to build it.
For more information, call Blu Cotton at (843) 793-2423 or visit blucottonhome.com.
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(top) Carson Rembert and Brian Bartlett, craftsmen of Custom Carolina Hanging Beds, show off one of their beautiful, specially-made hanging beds. (bottom left) Whether it’s tables, chairs, or swinging benches likes these, Brian and Carson love to create stunning, sturdy pieces. (bottom right) Carson and Brian have a great eye for detail that they incorporate into their completely customizable pieces.