Christopher Rose Architects comprises several native South Carolinians who bring personal knowledge and experiences of the state’s architectural history and climatic landscape to each design. Mostly raised and educated in the state, we retain the influences of our youth and combine them with the studies and travels of our adulthood. With these in mind, we approach architecture with a rich awareness of regional tradition and ever-changing lifestyles to produce lasting places for people.

Chris Rose guides his staff with thoughts of common sense and the familiar as a philosophy towards planning and designing the aspects of “home”. The siting of the house is a response to the sun and breezes relative to the plants and waters of the Lowcountry. Construction methods and materials marry the tried-and-true lessons of history with the state-of-the-art techniques of today. Relationships of rooms to interiors and exteriors draw upon a simplicity to create a retreat from busy lives. The function and expression of details enliven the surroundings and delight the senses.

Christopher Rose Architects individualizes a design to each person and place. We refrain from lending every house a common style, endeavoring instead to give a home its unique identity. Through a dialogue and an understanding between the client and the architect, we create a home that evokes emotions in its family and guests.