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Before & After: Two Hilton Head houses become one

2022-01-06

Stunning renovation turns drab into fab for a Sea Pines couple.

In a move that you don’t see regularly in architecture and rarely done on Hilton Head Island, this home in Sea Pines was previously two homes on two separate lots that were then combined. Group 3 Designs was then hired to reconfigure the layout to make it more functional for living and entertaining and so that the space flowed more naturally. The energetic and vibrant couple wanted a home that matched their personalities. Their love of bright colors and patterns came through in the interior design. Plenty of thought went into making sure the home was great for entertaining, too.

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Group 3 Designs chose Habersham furniture pieces for the buffet and the dining room table, which were customized with choice of paint and finish. See how the table top matches the floor to tie everything together so it feels cohesive. The Hickory White dining chairs in a vibrant teal color add pop to the room and coordinate with the other elements like the drapes and the light fixture.

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BEFORE: THIS ROOM PREVIOUSLY FELT DARK DUE TO LACK OF LIGHT AND OUTDATED FURNISHINGS.John McManus

Story by Libby O’Regan + Photography by John McManus

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