78
Brays Island Drive

Designed by acclaimed Atlanta architect Jim Choate, 78 Brays Island Drive is a striking contemporary retreat that seamlessly blends sophisticated architecture overlooking the natural beauty Brays Island. Conceived with a minimalist aesthetic and an extraordinary attention to detail, the home is defined by clean lines, natural materials, dramatic proportions and expansive views from nearly every room. Concrete and walnut floors, red cedar siding from the Pacific Northwest, steel architectural details and beautifully crafted dropped wood ceilings create a warm yet distinctly modern interior. Ten-foot ceilings throughout most of the home culminate in a spectacular 14-foot primary bedroom ceiling, where full-length windows frame serene views of Woods Pond. At the heart of the home is a beautifully appointed minimalist chef's kitchen featuring custom Bulthaup cabinetry, Caesarstone countertops, a Wolf five-burner gas cooktop and premium Bosch and Sub-Zero appliances. A custom old-growth pecan live-edge breakfast bar overlooks the wooded landscape, while the kitchen, dining and living spaces flow effortlessly together for both everyday living and entertaining. The living and dining room feature a dramatic two-sided gas fireplace finished in Venetian plaster, while a cantilevered art wall, custom steel detailing, a nine-foot wood and steel entry door and carefully curated lighting add to the home's architectural character. A private library, spacious family room with surround sound, dedicated office workstations and an exceptionally designed primary suite with separate his and hers baths and closets provide both functionality and privacy. Walls of hurricane-resistant windows open the home to its extraordinary setting, while a long raised concrete terrace extends across the rear of the home. A second patio with a gas connection provides an ideal setting for a future outdoor kitchen, barbecue or fire pit. Thoughtfully engineered for comfort, efficiency and peace of mind, the home includes three Trane HVAC systems, Rinnai tankless water heaters, a whole-house water filtration system with UV treatment and kitchen reverse osmosis, a 25 KW Cummins whole-house generator and a 1,000-gallon underground propane tank. Lutron lighting controls and roller shades, premium Dornbracht, Grohe and Hansgrohe fixtures, and a Victoria + Albert soaking tub further reflect the home's exceptional level of finish. Privately surrounded by wooded acreage and extensive landscaping, yet ideally positioned for convenient access to the many amenities of Brays Island, 78 Brays Island Drive is a rare expression of contemporary architecture, thoughtful design and effortless Lowcountry living.