Real estate is vital to the growth of Mount Pleasant and is more than just selling houses. Lorelie Brown of Showhomes Charleston has identified this complexity and developed a company that has markedly amplified the home-buying experience in Charleston since January 1, 2011. “Showhomes Charleston skillfully creates staged spaces that help buyers understand a home […]
Margaret Burns
If you haven’t yet picked up a copy of “This Island,” a coffee table book by Lowcountry nature photographer Margaret Burns, consider adding it to your collection. Photography and nature always make a perfect pairing, and Burns is no stranger to either one. “I have played with still life photography since I was about 10 […]
Jenn Cady of Jenn Cady Photography
These days, everyone with an iPhone thinks they can be a great photographer — but very few Instagrammers understand the art and science of a perfect photo the way Jenn Cady does. With a number of raving fans at the national and local level, as well as a sterling reputation for delivering beautiful, on-brand photos […]
Dr. Lauren Callison and Dr. Lynnette Shugan of Pleasant Family Dentistry
With a talented team of six dentists on hand at Pleasant Family Dentistry, it’s no wonder that all of their patients feel welcomed with each and every appointment. Dr. Lauren Callison and Dr. Lynnette Shugan have played an integral role in caring for those in the Lowcountry, working hard to “achieve optimum oral health that […]
Sharon Campbell and Darla Miller of Backyard Retreats
Backyard Retreats, located at 554 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., is known to many locals as the “outdoor furniture boutique.” With a variety of outdoor furniture options, Backyard Retreats is a one-stop-shop for outstanding, quality products available in various materials, designed for the outdoor oasis of your dreams. A reputable company in the community and in the […]
Lisa Carrels of For the House, “The Barstool Shop”
After purchasing For the House “The Barstool Shop” nine years ago, owner Lisa Carrels made it her mission to go above and beyond her customers’ expectations. New homeowners rushed into For the House “The Barstool Shop” one day, panicked that they did not have anything to sit on while they were waiting for their moving […]
René Cherry and Faith Lanford of Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio & Med Spa
René Cherry Faith Lanford Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio & Med Spa 280 W. Coleman Blvd. Mount Pleasant 843-388-5819 www.merlenorman.com Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio & Spa is more than just makeup; it’s a beauty destination. Whether you are looking for skin-care products, in need of a spray tan or are dreaming of an advanced skin-care procedure […]
Adrienne Ciaburri of Congress: A Gathering of Good Tastes
Since opening in February 2016, Congress has attracted diners looking to be fully submerged in layers of flavor. From perfectly pressed paninis to refreshing ceviche verde, they take guests’ palates on an international journey with inventive dishes. The woman at the center of it all is front-of-house manager and co-owner Adrienne Ciaburri – who keeps […]
Dr. Rachael Click: Preferred Eyecare Center
Preferred EyeCare Center 1118 Park West Blvd., Suite 5 Mount Pleasant 843-856-4775 www.preferredeyecarecenter.com Dr. Rachael Click knew opening her own practice was going to be a challenge, but she didn’t want to do it any other way. “I started from scratch because I had a lot of good ideas for patient care. I also knew […]
Jan Clouse of Carolina Lanterns & Lighting
In 1999, Jan Clouse, owner of Carolina Lanterns & Lighting, was building a home in Park West when she decided she wanted gas lanterns to flank her front porch. “Back then, there just weren’t gas lights in Charleston. They didn’t exist,” she said. “I traveled to a few lighting showrooms, but I was snubbed.” Instead […]