SCAF
IMPACT
Influencing the enhancement of the quality and equity in our communities.
![](https://scarchitecturalfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Imp_CharlestonFireStation-9_2016New.jpg)
Preserving our Architectural Heritage
Programs that promote saving and restoring historic and culturally-significant buildings across the state.
![Brighton Park Swim Club](https://scarchitecturalfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Imp_BrightonParkSwim_2017New.jpg)
Rural Communities
Supporting quality planning, design, and development to strengthen their economies, provide better quality of life, and build on local assets.
![Thomas Rhodes House](https://scarchitecturalfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Imp_ThomasRhodesHouse_2019New.jpg)
Maintaining Quality of Life
In our Metropolitan areas we are promoting smarter, more responsive, and more livable design to improve the urban quality of life.
![Modern Single](https://scarchitecturalfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Imp_ModernSingle_2021New.jpg)
Affordable Housing
Imagining new approaches to sustainable and affordable living.
![Private Residence](https://scarchitecturalfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Imp_PrivateResidence_2016New.jpg)
Resiliency & Sustainability
Supporting programs that advocate for building energy efficiency and life safety throughout our communities.
![South Carolina State Museum](https://scarchitecturalfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Imp_SCSM_2016New.jpg)
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Building a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion within the profession of architecture to create a better environment for all.
![South County Regional Library](https://scarchitecturalfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Imp_SouthCountyRegionalLibrary_2021New.jpg)
Engage K-12 Students
Developing strategic partnerships, instructional resources, and programs that engage architects and educators to provide a more diverse group of young people with an early appreciation of architecture.