ArchitectureWorks led design development and construction for Ladybird Books, a thoughtfully curated independent bookstore occupying a mid-century storefront on King Street in downtown Charleston, South Carolina. Our work was developed in close collaboration with the interiors and branding team at SDCO Partners, with our scope focused on construction documents, structural coordination, and contract administration.
On the sales floor, new curved partitions were developed in direct dialogue with the geometry of the original 1945 storefront, echoing the sweeping forms already embedded in the existing hardwood and terrazzo floors. Fixture design and coordination included built-in shelving and custom curved benches that carry that soft geometry through the space. The removal of an existing raised display freed up floor area for additional shelving and improved the overall flow of the floor plan.
Back-of-house spaces were also renovated as part of the scope, and material selections throughout were guided by the same attention to continuity and character. Through detailed construction documentation and administration, ArchitectureWorks ensured that every element was executed with precision and respect for the building’s history.
Photography: Peter Frank Edwards