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✨ Developing that Charleston feel

Courier Square Phase II, Building I gets final approval from Charleston’s BAR-L
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Courier Square Phase II, Building I will be located at 635 King Street. | Rendering by Sottile & Sottile via City of Charleston BAR-L
The City of Charleston’s Board of Architectural Review (BAR-L) recently granted final approval for Greystar’s redevelopment project at 635 King St. The proposed project dubbed Courier Square Phase II, Building I includes apartment, retail, and mixed-use space.

The architecture firm Sottile & Sottile is the Savannah, GA-based team behind the project. Before presenting to city leaders, the team wanted to ensure its plans further developed the Holy City’s uniqueness and avoided adding another building to the skyline that could fit into any other major city.

The firm laid out five requirements for what the design must achieve:
  • Solution must be humane
  • Solution must be from Charleston
  • Solution must relate well to all frontages
  • Solution must beautify the skyline
  • Solution must reward the street experience
Design and development teams have hosted meetings, community talks, and been planning for the past two years. Take a look at the blog post published in 2022 that aimed to set a new standard for architectural excellence in the Holy City.

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Folks from the American College of the Building Arts have created elements like iron lanterns, gates, stone columns, sculpted terra cotta panels, and hand-carved keystones.

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Photos by Sottile & Sottile via City of Charleston BAR-L

Fun fact: The American College of the Building Arts is slated to create elements for the project like iron lanterns, gates, stone columns, sculpted terra cotta panels, and hand-carved keystones.

Browse the floor plans, how tall each building will be, and other details in the project (scroll to page 78).

Stay up to date with projects across the city and attend a BAR meeting. The group is made up of two sections. BAR-Large (BAR-L), which tackles large projects and meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of every month. BAR-Small (BAR-S) is for smaller projects and they meet on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month.
 
Events
Monday, June 17
  • Jr. Lifeguard I | Monday, June 17-Friday, June 21 | 8 a.m.-5 p.m. | Isle of Palms County Park, 1-14th Ave., Isle of Palms | $375 | This physically demanding course will teach participants ages 10 to 11 the basics of lifeguarding.
  • Summer Academy 2024 | Monday, June 17-Friday, June 21 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Topgolf, 5000 Topgolf Way, North Charleston | $225 | This five-day camp offers non-stop golf fun.
Tuesday, June 18
  • Yoga Tuesdays | Tuesday, June 18 | 6 p.m. | The Backyard at The Ryder, 237 Meeting St., Charleston | Free for hotel guests and HYLO members, $15 for all others | FLO in The Backyard aims to provide a chance for fitness, relaxation, and community.
Wednesday, June 19
  • Checkout Challenge | Wednesday, June 19 | 3-4 p.m. | Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry, 25 Ann St., Charleston | Free with admission | Ready, set, shop smart — kids can learn to become strategic thinkers at this interactive grocery store exhibit.
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News Notes
Civic
  • Some voters are being asked to return to the polls for a runoff election. On Tuesday, June 25, the runoff election for the Republican nominee for Charleston County Sheriff will take place. The early voting period will start next Wednesday, June 19, and run until Friday, June 21. Get the details.
Sports
  • A former coach of the South Carolina Stingrays is making history. Ryan Warsofsky was named the head coach of the NHL’s San Jose Sharks, making him the youngest head coach in the NHL at 36 years old. Congratulations, coach.
Seasonal
  • Santa in the summer? The big man in red is trading his sled for flip-flops and making stops at Hotel Bennett for a tea party each Wednesday in July. You can also join Santa on his Charleston vacation for pineapple decorating and holiday treats. Reserve your spot.
Cause
  • Several local water parks and pools are hosting sensory-friendly swim nights. The after-hour event aims to give those with different abilities a less crowded experience in the water. Wheelchairs and water wheelchairs will be available for checkout during the events, and a paid chaperone is required for all participants. (WCIV)
Beauty
  • PROVEN Skincare analyzes 47 unique factors to create a personalized three-step regimen just for you. Take the quiz today. Bonus: get 50% off with code PROVENPARTNER.*
Finance
  • Did you know you could finance your fixer-upper with home equity? You could get up to $50K with a HELOC — calculate your payment.*
 
Try This

👟 Workin’ on our fitness

Get your sweat on at gyms around Charleston
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Put the fun in working out and try a class with a friend. | Photo by zingzhengphotography + HYLO FITNESS
Exercising doesn’t look the same for everyone — what’s fun and muscle-building for one person may be a slog for someone else. Use this guide as a resource for all things fitness in the Holy City.

Pro tip: Not sure which to try first? Try out multiple gyms with a free trial on ClassPass.

For those who are looking to workout but not in a gym

For those who believe burpees are a lifestyle

For those who want to punch up their fitness routine

For those who enjoy working out alongside others

  • Jane DO, 476 Meeting St. Charleston
  • Hylo Fitness, Mount Pleasant, Charleston, and Nexton locations
Yoga options + 14 other spots
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Callie
From the editor
The beauty of Charleston’s historic homes isn’t confined to their structures. They’re often trimmed with beautiful window boxes donning bright blooms, private alleyways with beautiful gates, and flower arches that overflow in the most perfect way. Check out @very.charleston who captures that charm fit for a postcard.
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