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Coastal Contemporary
Photography By Chia Chong and Adam Kuehl

In a wonderfully warm climate such as ours, porches truly are outdoor rooms. Isn’t it about time we designed them that way? Enjoy the 4th of 4 designs we feature from “Perfect Porches” by Savannah College of Art and Design President Paula Wallace.

           For a contemporary view of the verandah, Wallace offers the Hilton Head Island, S.C., home of Eleanoreand Domenico De Sole. Domenico is the former chairman and CEO of the Gucci Group, so it should come as no surprise that this new build by Thomas and Denzinger Architects embodies coastal chic.
            Tabby porch walls add a touch of Lowcountry tradition to this clean-lined design, while custom furniture in natural colors blends harmoniously with the sand, surf and sea oats. The porch is open on three sides — thanks to some much appreciated screening.
            “We knew we wanted to enjoy the porch at dusk, when mosquitoes and no-see-ums are at their peak,” Eleanor explained.

De Sole Porch Resources
Architects/planners: Thomas & Denzinger Architects, Charleston, S.C.
Contractor/builder: MJR Builders, Charleston
Tile/Flooring: Robin Binkley, Charleston
Wall finishes/paint: Paul Langan Painting Company, Inc., Hilton Head, S.C
Windows/doors/screening: Bluffton Woodworking Co, Bluffton, S.C.
Electrician: Boni & Sons Electric Contracting Inc., Hilton Head
Carpenter: MJR Builders, Charleston
Landscaper: Edward Pinckney Associates Ltd., Bluffton

Jul/Aug 2010