The home serves as a sanctuary where busy families can come together and make memories. Family-friendly spaces allow the adults, children, and even pets to connect, unwind, and get the most out of their time together. At MDI, we pride ourselves on balancing your personal aesthetic and style with the practicality of family life. See … Read more
The kitchen is the heart of the home. Regardless of size or presence of food, you can almost always find guests talking and laughing around the table (or island)! Designing a kitchen around its ability to double as a gathering space can take some of the pressure off entertaining. We love these kitchens designed to … Read more
Palmetto Bluff is a gated residential community and resort located in Bluffton, South Carolina. Nature meets luxury in this beautiful community. Take a walk and enjoy the natural beauty of 32 miles of coastline and wildlife Palmetto Bluff has to offer, including birds, deer, and alligators. Or explore our list of our Palmetto Bluff favorites. … Read more
Finding the perfect interior paint colors can be such a process of trial and error. The size, lighting, furniture, and other decor of a space can all affect the way a color looks in the space. Not to mention there are so many to choose from! Luckily we’ve put together a list of 3 interior … Read more
For over 100 years, Better Homes and Gardens has been a leading source of inspiration for everything from design to gardening to cooking. The best-selling magazine recently published an article featuring Charleston’s very own Margaret Donaldson! The Most Popular Flooring Trends of 2023 details the ways in which homeowners are beginning to raise their expectations … Read more
The 2023 Met Gala is fashion’s biggest event of the year. It is the time for celebrities to make statements in their thoughtfully curated outfits. At this year’s event, celebrities were asked to dress in honor of designer Karl Lagerfield, and they did not disappoint. This year’s outfit lineup is evidence of the close connection … Read more
We’re so happy to introduce you to Kelly McGinty, who has served as our Director of Operations since February 2022. Kelly considers herself lucky to have spent most of her life in Charleston. She graduated from College of Charleston with a degree in International Business and Spanish. Kelly helps to streamline our processes and keeps … Read more
Sullivan’s Island is a charming island off the coast of Mount Pleasant. Life is a little slower here than bustling downtown Charleston and the surrounding more populated beaches. We’ve compiled a list of our Sullivan’s Island favorites. Sullivan’s Island Beaches The beach is the most obvious choice of activity on Sullivan’s Island. The beaches here … Read more
Spring has officially arrived, and we’re celebrating by showcasing our favorite outdoor spaces! Love entertaining and gathering with family and friends? Prefer to enjoy the sunshine in solitude with a book and drink in hand? Either way, these beautiful outdoor spaces are sure to inspire you to get outdoors and enjoy the warmer weather! Outdoor … Read more
It’s no secret that Margaret loves to travel and often draws design inspiration from her adventures. In 2022, she embarked on an unforgettable trip through Europe that we’d love to share with you! Margaret began her trip with a Tuscan wedding, followed by a visit to Il Borro and Busatti. The Busatti family has been … Read more