Builder: Opus Development of Charleston

2005 Recipient of The Carolopolis Award for New Construction

from The Preservation Society of Charleston

Property As the southernmost city of English America in the late 1600’s, Charleston risked attack from Spanish Florida and France. The city was continuously fortified around the most developed areas and earned the nickname "The Walled City." Elliott Street was once a bustling shopping thoroughfare within this protective enclosure. Today Elliott Street is a quiet residential street, enjoying cool breezes from the Charleston Harbor. The home at 23 Elliott Street was constructed in 2003 on the site of a 19th century rice storage facility and the 1936 Charleston Day School. Its exterior consists of hand-molded brick, a standing seam copper hipped roof, hipped dormers, and dentil brick cornice. Traditional elements such as the handsome brick, copper, iron, and wood, as well as careful attention to architectural detail enable this residence to seamlessly blend into its surrounding historic setting. Exterior highlights of this property include off-street parking for two vehicles, a brick walled garden with hot tub/pool, large gardener’s shed, a wrought iron Terrace extending from the Master Suite, and rooftop Observation Deck with amazing rooftop views of the City. 

First Floor Entrance reveals a smashing contemporary interior with details sure to satisfy even the most discerning homeowner. Heart pine floors line the entire home and large windows bathe the interior with natural light. Every room, hallway and stairwell is outlined with rich, wide moldings and lit with recessed lighting. The First Floor features a Living Room with numerous oversized windows and a gas fireplace with handsome mantelpiece. The chef’s Kitchen offers details such as stainless steel appliances including a Viking commercial grade 6-burner gas cooktop and stove with pot-filler faucet, Viking refrigerator and Bosch dishwasher; honed marble counters and extensive custom cabinetry with display cases. The Dining Room lies adjacent from the Kitchen and is encased in windows and French doors that overlook the lush Courtyard Garden. A Powder Room with floating wash basin is situated below the stairwell.