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This waterfront house on James Island has stunning views of Charleston Harbor

contemporary home exterior

This harborfront house was designed by Drafted Architecture together with Phillip Smith General Contractor, nestled on a high bluff on the beautiful James Island, South Carolina. Set on a 0.65-acre property, it has docks on both sides, making this an ideal home for boating enthusiasts.

Encompassing 5,500 square feet, this island home has five bedrooms and six bathrooms, featuring a contemporary interior with breathtaking views of the Charleston Harbor. A floating staircase, a feature wall, a curved wall study, and a Tesla roof are just a few of the notable features of this residence. Keep reading to see the rest of this stunning home tour…

DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT Drafted Architecture CONTRACTOR Phillip Smith General Contractor INTERIOR DESIGN Malatich Cochran Design CUSTOM CABINETS William C. Pritchard Company MILLWORK Elliott Brothers WoodWorks

contemporary home exterior

What We Love: This harborfront house on James Island perfectly blends contemporary design with the charm of waterfront living. Expansive views of Charleston Harbor are enjoyed throughout, while dual docks make this dwelling a dream for boating enthusiasts. Inside, standout details such as the floating staircase, curved wall study, and dramatic feature wall elevate the interiors. The Tesla roof on this home is the ultimate touch, offering functionality and style.

Tell Us: What details do you find most appealing in the design of this South Carolina home? Let us know in the Comments below!

Note: Be sure to check out a couple of other spectacular home tours that we have highlighted here on One Kindesign in the state of South Carolina: This South Carolina mountain home is perched over a peaceful lake setting and A stunning craftsman mountain home with scenic views of Lake Keowee.

contemporary home exterior

contemporary home exterior

contemporary home entry

contemporary living room with sliding glass doors

contemporary living room

contemporary living room with sliding glass doors

contemporary living room

contemporary living room

contemporary staircase

Above: This ‘floating’ stair rises through the height of this residential entry with the help of painted vertical wood bands along the adjacent wall, reaching to a rustic wood ceiling.

contemporary staircase

contemporary kitchen

contemporary kitchen

contemporary dining room and wine cellar

contemporary dining room

contemporary kitchen

contemporary mudroom entry

Above: In this mudroom side entry, the fun-shaped floor tile enlivens the space, sourced from Palmetto Tile. The cabinets are painted in Sherwin-Williams.

contemporary bedroom with a private patio

contemporary bathroom

contemporary home office

contemporary powder room

contemporary staircase

Above: These fun, blown-glass light ‘bubbles’ fill this entry stair volume, set against a backdrop of painted vertical slats of varying depths to accentuate height and add texture. 

contemporary staircase

contemporary upstairs hallway

contemporary kids bunk bedroom

contemporary kids bunk bedroom

contemporary bathroom

contemporary family room with sliding glass doors

contemporary covered patio with outdoor furniture and a dual-sided fireplace

contemporary swimming pool with a pool house

contemporary swimming pool with a pool house

contemporary swimming pool with a pool house

contemporary home exterior with a pool

contemporary covered porch with a built-in grill and alfresco dining

contemporary covered patio with outdoor furniture and a dual-sided fireplace

contemporary home exterior with a pool

contemporary home exterior with a boat dock

contemporary home exterior with a patio

contemporary covered porch with a hanging daybed

Above: A covered porch features a swinging bed with idyllic views of the Atlantic Ocean.

contemporary home exterior at dusk

contemporary home exterior with a pool at dusk

contemporary home exterior with a pool at dusk

contemporary home exterior with a pool at dusk

PHOTOGRAPHER Julia Lynn

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JulietR
46 minutes ago

Stunning! Not much to dislike about this house. The color palette is so relaxing.