99 Spring Street

On a postage stamp lot in downtown Charleston, the client owned a piece of property that housed a single house dating to the mid 1800s. The existing house had seen a series of renovations over time and was divided into two apartments. The clients had a law practice and rented space on a nearby street, but wanted to maximize use of their own property and build a new law office and additional residential unit behind the existing historic single house.

location: charleston, sc

completed: 2020

construction:
archer construction

The existing house and new addition maximize the footprint of this downtown Charleston footprint

rendering study from spring street with existing single house in foreground

entrance to the new commercial space and residential unit at the back of the property

the old and new structures are connected by a hyphen and an accessible ramp is provided for the office space

foyer upon entry to the office

conference room

This accessible restroom features clean lines and contrasting materials

Natural light illuminates theoffice space

a fresh spot for coffee breaks and snacks

This efficient kitchen offersan inviting feel as you enter the apartment above the office

large windows bring light into the bedroom spaces above

Sleek fixtures, fresh materials and natural light make this upstairs bathroom bright and inviting

Soothing color and texture define this upstairs bath

Site Elevation

The new structure aligns with the existing single house and is connected to the secondary new structure with a exterior hyphen. The simple and thoughtful site addition maximizes use of the downtown urban site and minimizes impact on the infrastructure and historic fabric of the city.

Exterior Hyphen

The exterior hyphen connects the old structure with the new. The new addition is thoughtfully aligned with the existing house to create an appealing extension of the structure that is efficient and maximizes the downtown urban site. Working within the tight constraints of the site, City of Charleston Zoning requirements, and Board of Architectural Review regulations, Teague Studio was able to fit just what the client needed. This involved aligning the new construction with the existing and tucking it into the back of the site so that it is not visible from the street. Site logistics, parking, accessibility, and designing within the historic context provided interesting challenges, and Teague Studio found creative ways to accommodate the needs of the client while keeping the various agencies and entities satisfied.

Foyer Entry

Through the front door of the office space entry, the foyer features tasteful elements and details that complement the new structure and create a comfortable space for clients and employees.

Collaboration

The crisp lines and details of this video conferencing room give a sophisticated feel to a collaborative space for clients and employees.

99 Spring Street

Site Elevation

Exterior Hyphen

Foyer Entry

Collaboration

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