With front doors opening to porches instead of interior halls or rooms, the Charleston single house offers an unusual entrance sequence that blurs the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Whether Georgian, Federal, or Greek Revival, Charleston’s front doors frequently feature broken pediments decorated with dentils and supported by pilasters. Fanlights with intricate muntins are often incorporated, bringing light into the entrance hall and contributing beauty to the streetscape.
The renowned interiors expert explores the Holy City’s unique style lexicon, from the late 17th century to the present
