Dockside Home Tour
January 6, 2021
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We have a unique project to share with you today. Dockside condominiums are one of Charleston’s most iconic properties. At 19 stories tall, Dockside is one of the few high-rise buildings in the Holy City. Built-in the early 1980s, the units offer incredible views of the harbor, downtown Charleston, and the Ravenel Bridge.
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Originally, Dockside condos were fairly basic; after all, the harbor’s view steals the show. However, we’ve come a long way with aesthetics since the 80s. There’s no reason you can’t have an incredible view and a home with plenty of personality. Â
We chose a serene color palette of greys and whites with dark wood and brass accents throughout. In the entry, painting the double doors a deep grey allows the foyer to stand on its own as a separate and essential space. The floor has brass accented tiles laid in a random pattern to give the nook visual energy.
Originally the kitchens in Dockside were closed-in spaces with a small pass-through window. Removing the wall opened the area and allowed us to create a generous table for four. We kept the kitchen streamlined with flat panel cabinets and a seamless backsplash. A bottle cap portrait of Andy Warhol by local artist Molly B Right adds a little fun to this hardworking room.
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In the living room, notice the accent ledge below the television for books and objects d’art. Foxed mirrors behind the sofa reflect light, giving the room depth and a classy, vintage vibe. Rounded corners in the interior architecture are echoed the detail of the furnishings.
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In the primary bedroom, the soothing color palette continues in the upholstery, seagrass wallpaper, and tall mirrors with brass accents. The attached bathroom features a patterned floor tile that looks like a botanical carpet. We used layers of texture throughout the home to create visual energy; this keeps the muted color palette feeling cozy instead of sterile.
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The second bedroom continues the color scheme, but a pop of color in the art over the bed gives this room personality.
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We loved working on this unique home. Stay tuned for another recent condo renovation, see more of this home, and get inspired on our portfolio page.