The Pinch, a new luxury boutique hotel, has debuted across two 19th-century Victorian-style structures and one newly constructed building in Charleston, South Carolina.
Located downtown in the Ansonborough neighborhood, the new concept from Philadelphia-based Method Co. was crafted in partnership with Morris Adjmi Architects to convey a timeless-yet-contemporary appeal defined by streamlined aesthetics and heritage materials. “We took a lot of inspiration from the great English traditions of craftsmanship that were brought over to Charleston and played a large role in creating many of the incredible homes and structures that give Charleston its charm,” says Method Co. cofounder and CEO Randall Cook.
Visitors are greeted by a reclaimed oxblood leather concierge desk along with highly articulated finishes and vintage fixtures from numerous design eras. French doors and wooden windows invite natural light in—highlighting contemporary hues and an original painting by artist Lucas Reiner. Traditional details—including walnut herringbone floors, large-scale classic trim, stonework, and clay plaster walls—reinforce the history of the site.
The Pinch’s 25 luxe accommodations—including king and loft rooms, as well as one- and two-bedroom configurations—are distinguished by subtle variations and unique configurations. Private balconies and landscaped terraces expand select rooms, while a full kitchen outfitted with marble or black walnut countertops, Italian farmhouse sinks, unlacquered brass taps, and custom cabinetry are fixtures in each chamber. Unlacquered brass also abounds in the bathrooms along with handpainted terracotta Moroccan floor tiles, opulent walk-in showers, and black walnut vanities. Furthermore, the Lequeux-Williams penthouse features an open floorplan that comprises a separate king bedroom, spacious living and dining area, working fireplace, and a private veranda overlooking Ellis Alley.
This summer, a pair of restaurants designed by Philadelphia-based Method Studios and Stokes Architecture + Design are slated to open onsite. The Quinte will enliven the lobby with an ambiance reminiscent of a turn-of-the-century oyster house complete with a gleaming 18-seat marble bar. Adjacent to the Quinte, a French concept will debut inside the Lequeux-Williams House. The forthcoming eatery will comprise several dining rooms, an intimate bar, and a private dining room set within a former carriage house equipped with a wood-burning fireplace, original pine floors, and a copper bar. A courtyard garden lined with cobblestones will provide an additional 40 seats as well.
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