Design of residential structures in the coastal areas South Carolina and in other parts of the world has two major hurdles: Designing for high winds and designing for seismically active geotechnical profiles. These challenges are overcome with thoughtful design that integrates lateral strength into the building envelope, while at the same time meeting the client’s functional and architectural vision.
Project: Residence, Sullivan’s Island, SC
Description: Elevated 2 story wood framed structure in a FEMA V Flood zone.
Project: Residence, St. Kitts, Caribbean
Description: 2 story Concrete Masonry Unit Structure on front beach with significant cast in place concrete beams.
Project: Residence, Isle of Palms, SC
Description: Elevated 2 story wood framed structure in a FEMA V flood zone.
Project: Residence, Sullivan’s Island, SC
Description: Elevated 2 story wood frame structure in a FEMA V flood zone. Pool not shown.
Project: Residence, Isle of Palms, SC
Description: Elevated 2 story wood framed structure founded on piles in a FEMA V flood zone.
Project: Residence, Kiawah Island, SC
Description: 2 story wood framed residence with green roof in a flood zone.
