--- title: "Buffington Homes South Carolina — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/buffington-homes-south-carolina-pfvwus-pf~310400478 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~310400478.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Buffington Homes South Carolina" category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/88a37f130f3d8110_1887-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "3690 Betsy Kerrison Parkway Suite 2 D, Johns Island, South Carolina 29455, United States" latitude: 32.5771 longitude: -80.1707 phone: "(843) 768-8525" website: http://www.BuffingtonHomes.com rating: 5 review_count: 35 best_of_houzz_awards: 14 followers: 685 last_updated: 2026-09-07 --- # Buffington Homes South Carolina Original Houzz profile: [Buffington Homes South Carolina](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/buffington-homes-south-carolina-pfvwus-pf~310400478) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Johns Island, SC - **Serves:** Johns Island, Edisto Island, Sullivans Island, Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, Edisto Beach, Wadmalaw Island - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (35 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 14 awards (2013–2026), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 50,000 Ideabook Saves Buffington Homes is the Lowcountry's premier construction company, known for delivering peace of mind and quality structures. Our mission is to build clients' homes as if they were our own. We emphasize the need to consistently exceed our customer's expectations. This is our mission and our commitment to you. For over 28 years, the firm has been award winning based on the praise of clients and a roster of National and Regional accolades. From their Johns Island office on Betsy Kerrison Parkway (across from Ace Hardware), they focus on Kiawah Island. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Custom Homes - New Home Construction ### Areas Served - Johns Island - Edisto Island - Sullivans Island - Kiawah Island - Seabrook Island - Edisto Beach - Wadmalaw Island ### Typical Job Cost $500,000 - 10 million Typical remodel project 500,000 to 5,000,000+ Typical new home build 1,700,000 to 10,000,000+ ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Buffington Homes South Carolina | | Address | 3690 Betsy Kerrison Parkway Suite 2 D, Johns Island, South Carolina 29455, United States | | Phone | (843) 768-8525 | | Website | http://www.BuffingtonHomes.com | | Followers on Houzz | 685 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/\#!/pages/buffington-homes/115118415931 - X (Twitter) — http://www.twitter.com//BuffingtonHomes@BuffingtonSC - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/211547?trk=tyah&trkInfo=tarId%3A1408484398979%2Ctas%3Abuffington%20 - Blog — http://www.BuffingtonHomes.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Buffington Homes South Carolina](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/buffington-homes-south-carolina-pfvwus-pf~310400478) - **Website:** http://www.BuffingtonHomes.com - **Phone:** (843) 768-8525 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - National awards for 10 consecutive years! - Best in American Living Award - The Wall Street Journal's Star Award - Regional Awards for Best Island Resort homes - Home Builder Executive magazine Top Custom Builder Awards - Best of Houzz 2013-2018 - **Best of Houzz:** 14 awards (2013–2026), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019) - [National Association of the Remodeling Industry](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-the-remodeling-industry-pfvwus-pf~1954795205) - [Charleston Home Builders Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/charleston-home-builders-association-pfvwus-pf~152641455) - [NAHB Certified Green Professional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/nahb-certified-green-professional-pfvwus-pf~1100930283) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 35 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — McDonald Architects, LLC, Jan. 2020** > Not only is Buffington Homes a great custom home builder, they always impress me with how dedicated to and how well they take care of our clients. **Comment from Buffington Homes South Carolina:** > Thank you, Chad. The clients are our favorite part of this business. We have some wonderful clients! **★★★★★ — Carla Powe, Feb. 2017** > My husband and I purchased a lot in Kiawah Island in December 2013, and started the process of finding the architect and builder who would make our dream home a reality. We interviewed numerous builders in this process, evaluating them specifically on their general knowledge, experience building on Kiawah Island, reputation in this small community, and of course their work product. We were also concerned that our selected builder would provide us a "complete" price and that we wouldn't experience cost growth due to builder initiated change orders. After many discussions, interviews, and evaluation of homes built, we selected Buffington Homes to produce our design. Our home was finished recently, and we could not be happier with the outcome. The craftsmanship, care, and attention to detail are evident everywhere your eye lands. The infrastructure is solid, the home is quiet, and the quality delivered not only met what was promised, it more than met our expectations. The Buffington's approached the pricing of our home very meticulously and methodically; their experience in building in the environment here was evident as well as their relationships with top rate vendors and subcontractors. In fact, their up front "estimate" was a refined price. There were no surprises in unanticipated change orders after the contract was signed. The change orders on our build were initiated by us, the homeowners. Many people had warned us about the stress of the build process as there are so many decisions and so many are time critical. The Buffington team made this process as low stress as is possible for something of this magnitude, and I can even say we enjoyed it! We are so glad we entrusted Buffington's with the build of our "dream retirement home" and highly recommend them for your project. **★★★★★ — ML Design, Feb. 2017** > I always look forward to working with the Buffington team. > They are honest and trust worthy and they care about their clients. > Buffington Homes has an outstanding reputation on Kiawah Island and it surroundings and it is well deserved. **★★★★★ — Anne F., Aug. 2016** > Buffington Homes has just completed construction of our house on Kiawah Island. We could not be happier with the result and the process. Their team, including project manager Scott, was outstanding, proactive regarding any decisions needed from us, and extraordinarily responsive. As an out-of-town client, we knew communication and collaboration with our design team and ourselves could be challenging. The Buffington folks made it easy; they know their way around the island's Architectural Review Board and were out ahead of every issue. The quality of the work is first-rate; I am an architect myself, so I like to think I know what I am looking at, and I would hire Buffington again without hesitation. Well done! **★★★★★ — All About Windows Inc, Aug. 2016** > The Buffington Organization is great to work with as a subcontractor. They are well organized, pay attention to detail, and as a result complete a project in a timely manner. **★★★★★ — Paul Lieber, Aug. 2016** > Dan, Cathy and staff are an absolute pleasure to work with. I would not trust our dream home to anyone except the Buffington's. Best builders on Kiawah, period!!!!!!!!!! Honest, direct, and caring. They truly want to build one of a kind homes and make you feel special along the way. Keep up the great work Dan, Cathy and Team. **Comment from Buffington Homes South Carolina:** > Paul, We cannot thank you and Peggy enough for the honor of building your dream home! You, two, are the best. **★★★★★ — mdconnelly50, Aug. 2016** > I am in my third year of ownership of our Buffington home. The quality of their construction is superb and their integrity throughout construction and after construction is beyond reproach . They continue maintain our home through annual maintenance agreement and we could not be more pleased with the result. We recommend Buffington to build your home without qualification . **★★★★★ — hcokieb, Aug. 2016** > The Buffington Team is truly that---a TEAM. A well run, highly efficient team that always exceeds our expectations. When the project is long over---they are still there for whatever we need. I have recommended many to Buffington Homes for many home needs. If seeking a unique and pleasurable home building experience, use Buffington. **★★★★★ — singletontw, Aug. 2016** > My wife and I hired Buffington Homes to build our custom home on Kiawah Island. This proved to be the best decision we could have possibly made. Under the leadership of owners Dan and Cathy Buffington, the entire Buffington Homes team including all of their first-class trades partners exceeded our expectations and dreams. To this day, more than 10 years later, we enjoy a vibrant professional AND personal relationship with Dan, Cathy and Trevor - they WERE our builder, they ARE our great friends. **★★★★★ — klm2570, Aug. 2016** > In 1998 we had an architect draw up plans for our dream home on Kiawah Island. We hired Buffington Builders for the project. They did a fantastic job finishing the home in 2000. > > We did not live on the island at the time so put all our trust in Buffington Builders. The end result was everything we had ever dreamed of. > > We totally recommend Buffington Builders as talented, honest and trustworthy. They are always there whenever or if a problem occurs. **★★★★★ — Swallowtail Architecture, Aug. 2016** > I worked with Dan and Cathy Buffington many years ago when I was the project architect on several homes they built. The quality of the work was very high and their management of the projects was exceptional. They did a great job and it was a very good experience for me and for the client! > > I recently worked with Dan again on a new home with a steeply sloped site and water access. I have been impressed with how much care Dan has taken to make sure all of our client's goals are met and that we all provide him with the best possible home. > > As an architect, I respect their skill and love working with the whole team. I would happily refer any of my clients to Buffington Homes. **★★★★★ — Zach T. Carney Architects, March 2016** > Buffington Homes has an outstanding reputation on Kiawah Island and the surrounding Charleston area. Having worked with them on numerous projects over the past fifteen years as an architect I can say the reputation is well deserved. Dan, Cathy and Trevor put heart and soul into their work. > > Zach Carney > Zach T. Carney Architects ## Selected projects - [Seaside Refuge Among The Trees](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/seaside-refuge-among-the-trees-pj-vj~7719148) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 36 - [The Oaks By The Sea](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-oaks-by-the-sea-pj-vj~7719947) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 28 - [Horizon Under The Oaks](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/horizon-under-the-oaks-pj-vj~7719958) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 27 - [Living in the Woods Kiawah Island, SC](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/living-in-the-woods-kiawah-island-sc-pj-vj~6581183) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 12 - Description: We built a home that looks like a crane dropped it into a Maritime Forest. - [Southern Grace Restored](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/southern-grace-restored-pj-vj~7719928) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 25 - [Driftwood Dreams](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/driftwood-dreams-pj-vj~7719973) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 13 - [Classic in Ocean Park](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-in-ocean-park-pj-vj~7200030) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 6 - [We're not in London!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/we-re-not-in-london-pj-vj~7200049) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 14 - [Family Sanctuary](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/family-sanctuary-pj-vj~7200022) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 12 - [Everything We Wanted](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/everything-we-wanted-pj-vj~7200815) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 19 - [Minimalist Magic, Straight Lines and Clear Views](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/minimalist-magic-straight-lines-and-clear-views-pj-vj~5809450) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 43 - [Architect's Residence Kiawah Island](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/architect-s-residence-kiawah-island-pj-vj~5467782) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 39 - [Ocean Park](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ocean-park-pj-vj~6475413) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 7 - [Mediterranean Color on Kiawah Island](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mediterranean-color-on-kiawah-island-pj-vj~5809342) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 41 - [Tuscan Villa](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tuscan-villa-pj-vj~5255068) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 11 - Description: This is an accurate replica of a Tuscan home. All of the products are real...and what would have been used in Italy. All of the cabinetry was hand made in Italy. The Italian craftsmen also came to Kiawah to install it. The stone is ancient limestone from Jerusalem. The beams are all reclaimed with the hooks and latches still in place. One of the most beautiful features of this home is its real (not synthetic) Venetian plaster throughout the house. It is truly a work of art! - [Oceanfront Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/oceanfront-renovation-pj-vj~5255337) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 11 - Description: This is a renovation of an oceanfront home. An outdoor living area, majestic pool and outdoor sitting room were added to this beautiful home. - [Collection-Shingle Style Nautical](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/collection-shingle-style-nautical-pj-vj~3016068) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 38 - [Oceanfront Kiawah Island](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/oceanfront-kiawah-island-pj-vj~2663597) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 56 - [The Preserve](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-preserve-pj-vj~1571491) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 74 - [Resort within a Resort - Kiawah Island, SC](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/resort-within-a-resort-kiawah-island-sc-pj-vj~6581137) - Location: Kiawah Island, SC - Photos: 14 - Description: Pool Pavillion, Outdoor Kitchen, Fireplace [See all 65 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/buffington-homes-south-carolina-pfvwus-pf~310400478) ## Ideabooks - [Powder Rooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/168502363/list/powder-rooms) — 5 ideas - [9 Royal Beach](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/166617308/list/9-royal-beach) — 2 ideas - [195 High Dunes Matthews](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/152046657/list/195-high-dunes-matthews) — 34 ideas - [Stair railings](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/148552529/list/stair-railings) — 4 ideas - [Helpful Tree Tips](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/143713394/list/helpful-tree-tips) — 6 ideas - [Wish List](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/145492322/list/wish-list) — 6 ideas - [2019 Caninet Trends](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/119270947/list/2019-caninet-trends) — 8 ideas - [204 Horned Grebe](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/126646774/list/204-horned-grebe) — 2 ideas - [Dark and Dramatic](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/114942561/list/dark-and-dramatic) — 2 ideas - [270 Degrees on the Kiawah River](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22493442/list/270-degrees-on-the-kiawah-river) — 39 ideas - [Buffington Homes' interpreted by their Designers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/2942929/list/buffington-homes-interpreted-by-their-designers) — 96 ideas - [The Art of Framing](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/80493377/list/the-art-of-framing) — 5 ideas - [Photographing a luxury home](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/75395123/list/photographing-a-luxury-home) — 9 ideas - [buffingtonhomes's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/75321511/list/buffingtonhomes-s-ideas) — 1 idea - [Somethings Got To Give (the Movie House)](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/69186528/list/somethings-got-to-give-the-movie-house) — 4 ideas - [Man Caves](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68812704/list/man-caves) — 2 ideas - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67004195/list/kitchens) — 2 ideas - [Tuscan Villa on Kiawah Island](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/57171229/list/tuscan-villa-on-kiawah-island) — 5 ideas - [Aerials of Kiawah Island, SC](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/51364912/list/aerials-of-kiawah-island-sc) — 4 ideas - [History in the Making](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/26364555/list/history-in-the-making) — 10 ideas [See all 31 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/buffingtonhomes) ## Community Q&A **Q: is the shake shingle wood or composite like a James Hardie product?** *(in Photo Questions)* In love with the color of the shake shingle siding on this home. What product is it? Wood or composite? A: It is Nu Cedar. A composite we feel is superior in appearance to Hardie. **Q: where can I get that island pendant light** *(in Photo Questions)* Love your island pendant where can I get one? A: I’m very sorry. We did not select or purchase the pendant. The owner did. **Q: What color are the walls in this room?** *(in Photo Questions)* Do you happen to know what color the walls are in this room? A: We are on vacation. You can call the office on July 5th. We can help you. **Q: The porch Bracket** *(in Photo Questions)* I was looking for a cathedral style porch bracket and came upon this bracket, where was this made, trying to find one like this. A: The porch bracket was customized by our lumber company in SC. You could show the picture to your builder and have it made. **Q: Love fireplace finish** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the beautiful material used on the fireplace? Is that metal or tile? Where can I find that same material? A: I would love to help. It is a tile. But an interior designer found it and moved away. **Q: What brand are these sofas?** *(in Photo Questions)* looking for similar shaped sectional A: I wish i could help. A private staging company supplied them. I’m sorry. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-07.*