Isle Of Palms Magazine April 2018

2 www.IsleOfPalmsMagazine.com | www.ILoveIOP.com | www.IOPmag.com Publisher’s Note..............................................................................................................5 IOP Facetime....................................................................................................................6 Top 10 Homes 2017: Wild Dunes......................................................................... 30 Top 10 Homes 2017: Isle of Palms....................................................................... 31 Features Behind the Scenes with Big Hair Dave.................................................................8 Because somany people move to Charleston fromother places, it’s often difficult to find a born and bred native of the Holy City. The good news is that one local has not only stuck around but is also doing incredible things in local communities. Every Project is Different......................................................................................... 11 In the world of architecture, John Crouch has taken the road less traveled. For most of his career, he has worked for himself and his clients rather than for a large firm, and his decision to go it alone – for the most part – has given him the opportunity to take onmeaningful, fun and somewhat unusual projects. Councilwoman Sandy Ferencz............................................................................. 15 The newest member of the Isle of Palms City Council is driven by a simple principle as she strives tomake the island a better place to live: “residents first.” Family Memories on the Isle of Palms............................................................... 17 There’s nothing like a family beach trip, and the four families we spoke to this year enjoy their time on the Isle of Palms each year for all the right reasons. Isle of Palms Restaurant Guide............................................................................. 23 Isle of Palms and neighboringWild Dunes are not just famous for awesome watersports, picturesque views and iconic, beachy vibes – they also have a killer food scene. SOL Southwestern Kitchen Karma...................................................................... 26 There’s almost nothing better thanmouthwatering Southwestern- inspired food and a perfectly made margarita – but if we had to name one thing, it would easily be the taste of giving back. Insuring Coastal Homes........................................................................................... 27 Are you confident and comfortable with your homeowners’ insurance and the price you pay for it?” There’s No Business LikeWater Business.......................................................... 28 Michael Fiem admitted he’s lucky to report to work on the water every day. See IOP on a Port City Moped............................................................................... 29 History means a lot to Jordan Chaplin. It is, after all, his inspiration and a big reason he decided to start his business. 8 11 15 17 Spring/Summer 2018 Volume 4, Issue 1 28 26 [ Table of Contents ]