Two-story white house with light blue shutters, a balcony, and a covered front porch. The lawn is neatly trimmed with shrubs and trees, and a paved walkway leads to the front door. A classic lantern stands on a post near the walkway.

Renovation of a Francis Abreu Original in Sea Island

A cozy living room with beige sofas, patterned pillows, a wooden coffee table, fireplace with artwork above, and exposed wooden ceiling beams. Glass doors lead to a sunroom. Bookshelves, decorative objects, and warm lighting complete the inviting space.
Bright kitchen with white cabinets, a large island with stools, pendant lights, farmhouse sink, stainless stove, wood floors, and a built-in fridge. Sunlight streams through a window above the sink; a wicker chair and framed bird art are on the left.
Bright bedroom with exposed wood beams, a vaulted white ceiling, and a black ceiling fan. The bed has light linens, flanked by two lamps and nightstands. There are armchairs on each side, and a padded bench at the foot of the bed. Light pours in from two windows.

Francis Abreu trained under Addison Mizner and worked on the original Cloister hotel.  Once it was finished, Abreu stayed in Sea Island and design many of the early cottages.  This cottage has been updated to modern living and the original style embraced with several small additions and alterations. Many custom finishes and details can be found throughout the cottage.

A cozy bedroom with a large bed, decorative pillows, two beige ottomans at the foot, a chandelier, a dresser with a mirror and lamp, a wingback chair with a pillow, wood floors, and white paneled walls. Two doors are open, revealing a hallway.
A small rustic bathroom with a stone sink, vintage brass faucets, ornate mirror, lamp on the toilet tank, and exposed wooden ceiling beams. Soft, warm lighting creates a cozy atmosphere. A toilet paper holder is mounted on the right wall.
Modern bathroom with light brick walls, glass shower enclosure framed in black metal, gray vanity with sink, bronze faucet, toilet, and earthy rug on a brick-patterned floor. A small potted plant and tissue box sit on the vanity. Ceiling light overhead.
Sunlit room with large windows, wood-beamed ceiling, brick herringbone floor, rustic dining table with wicker chairs, and a wooden bench with a pillow. A lantern-style light fixture hangs over the table; outside are trees, grass, and lounge chairs.
A sunlit, enclosed porch featuring wicker chairs around a wooden table with plants and a candle holder. Glass doors, lanterns, a mirror, and potted topiary decorate the space; white walls and beams create an airy, welcoming feel.
Large two-story house with white siding and stone accents, surrounded by trees. A rectangular swimming pool with lounge chairs sits to the left. The backyard features a manicured lawn, landscaping, and a bright, sunny sky overhead.