PAINTING WITH A CAMERA

Throughout the arc of Mitch Schlimer’s professional life, visualization has been the key to his success. A serial entrepreneur, his vision to see a need in the market made him a successful business owner. As the owner of an advertising agency with a video production division, his creative “eye” was crucial in the creation of […]

BEAUTY REALIZED THROUGH HEALTHY SKIN

Compassion informs everything Stephanie McChesney does as an aesthetician, from her in-depth evaluations of a client’s skin to the thorough and personalized protocols she creates to ensure those in her care enjoy tangible improvements in their skin appearance. Even McChesney’s in-person treatments reflect her compassion for her clients. She begins sessions with reflection and prayer […]

BICOASTAL BEAUTY

The homeowners of this peaceful Daniel Island home have a history of living on the water. From Lake Norman just north of Charlotte, North Carolina, to Wild Dunes, water defines their homeownership story during the years they were raising a family. Now with two grown daughters, the couple decided it was time to build a […]

POSITIVE SPIN

There are few things more central to life than our abode. Where we live and how we’re sheltered is reflected in our day-to-day sense of well-being. And for many people, buying a home is the biggest investment they’ll ever make. Charleston Realtor Ginn Maiers embraces that tenet and performs at a high level to deliver […]

“SUNSATIONAL”

Rae Redmond is a third-generation builder, so when he tells you about one of the favorite homes he’s ever built, you know it will be good. The home we’ll see today, a 6,980-square-foot slice of heaven on the Isle of Palms, affectionately named “Sunsational,” was designed to take your breath away from the moment you […]

DOUBLE VISION

Shelter Custom-Built Living, a design-build firm specializing in one-of-a-kind homes, is known for its visionary approach to modern vernacular architecture. With new twists on traditional Lowcountry style, Shelter’s projects are always full of pleasant surprises. The home we’ll see today, a 6,065-square-foot, five-bedroom, seven-and-a-half bath house on Captain’s Island, is the result of a brilliant […]

ORANGE VINO

Orange wines are the talk of the wine world. If you’re ready to try on a new style—and color—Italy is at the forefront of an orange wave of wine with an ever-growing selection. It’s all part of a natural wine revival that challenges us to explore wine in its purest form. First, orange wine has nothing […]

FULLY INSURED

Choosing and purchasing the right type and appropriate amount of insurance to cover your precious valuables and investments can be overwhelming. Living on the coast adds a new level of challenge, especially when considering the limitless combinations of insurance products and carriers. Do you need flood or earthquake insurance in addition to homeowners insurance? Should you […]

CURATED TREASURES

When you’re in the market for something precious—gold, diamonds or a Rolex, perhaps—the hunt for the perfect piece can be as exciting as the actual acquisition. And when making an investment—large or small—in a piece of fine jewelry or a high-end timepiece, a purveyor offering top-quality, authenticated product is key. Luxe Jewel Exchange filled that […]

THE VALUE OF EXPERIENCE

Over the past 24 years, John Vance has built a solid reputation for himself in Charleston real estate, and in 2023, he used his standing and expertise to launch his own brokerage, Charleston Realty Pros. “I’ve been a partner in many real estate companies in the past, and going out on my own provides me with an […]