Say goodbye to basic lawn chairs and hello to designer-approved outdoor furniture that blends durability with high-end style. With creative materials and thoughtful design, you can curate an outdoor space that’s as inviting and stylish as your home’s interior. Whether you’re adding a finishing touch or revamping your entire backyard, these pieces prove that comfort and elegance can go hand in hand—inside and out.
Why should smart technology stop at the front door? Weatherproof innovations are transforming outdoor spaces, bringing high-speed Wi-Fi, premium entertainment, and hands-free convenience to patios, porches, and backyard retreats. Discover the latest tech upgrades designed to enhance relaxation and recreation without powering down.
This month’s effortless color palette blends Southern style, history, and comfort—with a nod to the timeless charm of blue porch ceilings. Rooted in Gullah-Geechee tradition, this hue was once believed to ward off spirits and keep bugs at bay. With this Benjamin Moore-inspired palette, you can bring a touch of Lowcountry magic to your own outdoor space.
Transform an unused kitchen corner into a stylish and inviting breakfast nook where coffee tastes richer and conversations last longer. J. Banks Design shares expert tips and handpicked accessories to add warmth, texture, and a touch of Southern elegance to your space.
Patterned tile and flooring are making a bold comeback, bringing depth, personality, and charm to any space. David Cribb of Lifestyle Flooring shares expert tips on how to embrace this trend with confidence, ensuring a sophisticated look that enhances your home without overwhelming it.
Blending heirloom elegance with fresh design, this Palmetto Bluff powder room is a bold take on ‘Grandma’s cottage, but chic.’ Designed by Shelly Neely, the space features a custom-built vanity, vintage-inspired wallpaper, and Lowcountry touches like oyster shell details. The result? A small yet stunning room that makes a lasting impression.
Set along Palmetto Bluff’s scenic inland waterway, this custom home is a masterclass in adaptive architecture. Designed by Pearce Scott Architects and built by CS Thomas Construction, the home was tailored to maximize breathtaking views, seamlessly blending indoor comfort with expansive outdoor living spaces. From a reimagined primary suite to a poolside retreat, every detail was shaped by the surrounding Lowcountry landscape.
Blending timeless charm with Lowcountry luxury, this Palmetto Bluff home was designed to evoke ‘Grandma’s cottage, but chic.’ With a custom floor plan that maximizes space and embraces its stunning natural surroundings, this one-story retreat proves that inspired design and thoughtful craftsmanship can bring any vision to life.
Owning a small business comes with challenges—but BlacQuity is making success more accessible for Black entrepreneurs in the Lowcountry. Through Black Equity University (BEU), a 12-week course covering finance, management, and leadership, business owners gain the skills, mentorship, and peer support needed to thrive. Discover how BEU is shaping the future of Black-owned businesses in the community.
Challenge your Lowcountry know-how with our March Local IQ Crossword! From local landmarks to regional traditions, this puzzle is designed to test—and expand—your knowledge of the place we call home. Think you can solve it? Give it a try!