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This South Carolina vacation home blends in with its beautiful setting. Spring Island, South Carolina, abounds with Lowcountry sights and sounds. The ebb and flow of tidewaters nourish the rich marshes that surround the area. On land, clumps of Spanish moss adorn ancient live oaks like fine-spun silk. Among the palmetto bushes and saw palms, tiny crabs scamper about.
One With the Land
In this verdant setting, Judy and Merritt Marcus chose to build their retreat. Residing in Louisville most of the year, the Marcuses needed a place where family and friends could congregate. "Because this would be our second home, we didn't want a formal house. Instead, Judy and I strove for a more casual place," Merritt says.
Because they wanted to take full advantage of the site's scenic views, the couple turned to Historical Concepts, a multi discipline architectural firm. In response to the Marcuses' requests, the team created a home sensitive to both the family's needs and the history of the area. Taking cues from traditional Lowcountry cottages, the designers raised up the single-story structure on stuccoed piers, separated by lattice. Broad eave overhangs with exposed rafters help shade and shelter the home. Even the crimped metal roof adds an established sense of bygone charm.
Outdoor Living
While the house comprises about 2,400 square feet, it lives much larger, thanks to its porches. They frame views of the marsh and capture refreshing breezes in the summer. There is also a screened porch tucked between the dining room and master bedroom.
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