Architects' Tour of Spring Island planned

The Spring Island River House, designed by Joel Newman of Thomas & Denzinger Architects, is part of the Architects' Tour of Spring Island, set for March 29.

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A new tour of homes this spring departs from the historic theme so familiar in northern Beaufort County -- this one focuses instead on the modern homes of Spring Island.

The Architects' Tour of Spring Island, by the Beaufort Historic Foundation with help from local architects, was started when the Parish Church of St. Helena decided not to bring back its Spring Tour of Homes, said foundation events coordinator Isabella Reeves.

Marcia Seymour, chairwoman for the church's tour, said the committee couldn't get enough home and plantation owners interested in showcasing their properties.

"It takes money, and it's a lot of hard work to put a good appearance on," she said.

Instead, the committee will retire the tour and search for new fundraising ideas, Seymour said.

Spring Island, a gated community of 410 houses on 3,000-plus acres, blends architecture, history and environmental preservation, Reeves said.

"The homes are definitely not cookie-cutter," she said.

The foundation is working with Frederick and Frederick, Thomas & Denzinger Architects and Allison Ramsey Architects. The tour, set for March 29, will include four homes and an artists studio.

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Architects' Tour of Spring Island planned