Historic
Renovation
Thoughtful renovation of distinctive homes, with close attention to original character, architectural details, and the practical demands of modern living.
EXPLORE HISTORIC RENOVATION ↗Historic renovation · Residential · Commercial
Thoughtful
construction.
Lasting character.
Carefully considered renovations and construction for properties with a story—and spaces with a future.
DISCUSS YOUR PROJECT ↗Character preserved. Possibility realized.
Established 2005Dan Kary · Licensed General ContractorServing the South Carolina Lowcountry
Our expertise
Respect for the past.
Vision for what’s next.
From historic Charleston homes and residences in exclusive golf communities to rural historic treasures, Dan Kary works throughout South Carolina's Lowcountry. Each setting calls for the same considered approach: respect for its character, careful craftsmanship, and discretion.
Historic
Residential
Construction
Considered improvements, additions, and new homes. A cohesive approach to structure, materials, and finishes creates spaces that feel right for the way you live.
EXPLORE RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION ↗Commercial
Projects
Construction and renovation shaped around the needs of your business, with attention to function, presentation, and the details that make a space work.
EXPLORE COMMERCIAL PROJECTS ↗An eye for detail
Character lives
in the details.
A few details from Dan’s projects across the Lowcountry: graceful stairways, distinctive ironwork, and doorways that reflect the character of the home.
Selected details from High Cotton Construction projects.
The way we work
Careful planning.
Clear communication.
Considered execution.
A successful project starts well before construction. We take time to understand the property, your priorities, and the scope of the work.
01
Understand
Discuss your goals, the property, and what you want to achieve.
02
Plan
Evaluate the scope, project requirements, and practical next steps.
03
Build with care
Bring thoughtful attention to the construction and finishing details.
Historic renovation
Preserve the character.
Improve the way it lives.
Renovating a historic property takes more than a vision for the finished space. It calls for a careful understanding of the building, its original details, and the work behind its walls.
High Cotton Construction approaches high-end historic renovations with respect for the architecture and close attention to how each improvement fits the whole.
- Thoughtful updates to existing spaces
- Kitchens and baths that complement the home
- Additions considered in relation to the original building
- Careful attention to structure, materials, and finish details
Commercial construction
A space that works
for your business.
Commercial projects bring their own priorities: how a space functions, how it presents your business, and what the work requires.
Dan Kary brings the judgment of a licensed General Contractor to commercial construction and renovation. We begin by discussing the property, your intended use, and your project goals.
DISCUSS A COMMERCIAL PROJECT ↗A respect for privacy
Your property is personal.
We treat it that way.
We understand that exceptional properties are often private places. Our approach values discretion, with any project photography or identifying details shared only with the owner’s permission.
START A PRIVATE CONVERSATION ↗
Meet the builder
Dan Kary.
A builder’s eye for detail.
Established in 2005, High Cotton Construction brings a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to residential and commercial work.
Led by licensed General Contractor Dan Kary, the company focuses on understanding the property and getting the details right—from the underlying structure to the finishing touches.
Historic renovations call for patience, judgment, and respect for what makes a building distinctive. Those same principles guide every project we undertake.
Begin a conversation
Let’s consider
what’s possible.
Tell us about your property, your priorities, and the work you have in mind.
EMAIL DAN ↗Project inquiries
dan@highcottonconstruction.comHanahan, South Carolina
Historic renovation · Residential construction · Commercial projects
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