South Carolina’s Mid-Century Modern Homes: Living in a New Age
Explore South Carolina’s often-overlooked mid-century modern residential architecture. Inspired by architects like Frank Lloyd Wright and regional practitioners, these homes emphasize clean lines, open layouts, and a connection to the surrounding landscape. Cities like Columbia and Greenville boast hidden examples
The Reconstruction Era: Building Hope Through Architecture
After the Civil War, South Carolina underwent a profound architectural transformation. Explore the buildings constructed during the Reconstruction era, such as schools, courthouses, and African American churches. These structures reflect resilience, freedom, and the aspirations of a newly emancipated population.
South Carolina’s Train Stations: Gateways to History
Examine the role of historic train stations in shaping the economic and social fabric of towns across South Carolina. From the grand architecture of the Charleston Union Station to smaller depots in rural communities, these structures are symbols of connectivity
Architecture and the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage
Explore the architectural legacy of the Gullah Geechee people, descendants of West African enslaved laborers who settled along the South Carolina coast. Their building traditions, from vernacular homes constructed with tabby concrete to praise houses and basket stands, showcase a