Outdoor Spaces That Inspire Connection

Welcome to REMARK Studio-where outdoor spaces are more than just a backdrop. If you’ve searched for “Landscaper Charleston SC,” you’re probably looking for a team that does more than mow lawns or install pavers. You want professionals who understand how to design with intention, build with care, and deliver an experience that’s as seamless as it is inspiring. That’s who we are, and that’s why you’re here.

My name is J.R. Kramer, and I founded REMARK Studio with a vision to reimagine what landscape architecture can be in the Lowcountry. Since 2007, we’ve designed and overseen projects that balance art, ecology, and usability. And while we’ve grown over the years, our core values have stayed the same-innovation, collaboration, and stewardship.

Let’s be honest. Charleston is full of talented designers and landscapers. But what sets REMARK apart is our ability to take your ideas, your property, and your goals-and create a space that works:  we create your vision and not ours. A space that feels intentional, that reflects the character of your home, and that elevates your everyday life. Whether it’s a compact courtyard in the historic district, a sprawling estate on Johns Island, or a commercial development downtown, we approach each project with the same commitment: design that’s both creative and responsible.

We’ve built a process that’s clear and client-focused. It begins with a Discovery Call-where we listen first. We want to understand not only what you’re trying to build but why. Is it a family retreat? A showcase garden? A pollinator garden? A rain garden? A quiet space to reflect? That’s where we start. Then we build a scope, propose a clear fee, and outline a timeline. From there, we begin the design process-which includes site analysis, concepts, revisions, and final plans. We also provide construction observation and can recommend contractors to bring the vision to life.  We can also provide a landscape management manual.  That is all done on time and budget.

That process, like every part of our work, is grounded in collaboration. We’re not here to impose a style. In fact we believe sustainable design transcends style.  We’re here to guide you through decisions-large and small-so that what we create reflects your values, your lifestyle, and your sense of place.

Take one of our recent projects in Mount Pleasant. The homeowners were relocating from the Midwest and wanted to blend modern architecture with coastal native plantings. We brought in soft grasses, natural stone, reclaimed wood, and native trees. The end result didn’t feel like Charleston 100 years ago-but it didn’t feel like anywhere else either. It felt like them. That’s what a good “Landscaper Charleston SC” should offer: not a template, but a tailored experience.

Our work has been published in Charleston Style & Design, Charleston Home and Design, Dwell featured in garden tours, and praised by builders and architects alike. But our real pride is in the feedback we get from clients. Like Spencer Gibson, who wrote:

“Working with REMARK has been an absolute pleasure. Their creativity, attention to detail, and commitment to bringing my vision to life truly set them apart.”

Or Angela Frydman, who shared:

“We were very pleased with REMARK’s design and execution, not only with regard to the landscaping, but also with the hardscape and drainage system.”

These testimonials highlight something important. We’re not just artists. We’re problem solvers. We don’t shy away from challenges like drainage, tricky grading, or tight ARB regulations. In fact, we often get called when others say it can’t be done. That’s where innovation shows up-not just in what we build, but in how we think.

You’ll also see stewardship in every choice we make. We use native and adaptive plants that thrive in the Lowcountry. We design with the long-term in mind-so that what we create not only looks good on day one but grows better over time. We consider runoff, irrigation, sun exposure, and maintenance needs from the very beginning.

That’s why our landscapes don’t just look good-they perform as high functions spaces.

When you explore our website, you’ll see a portfolio filled with diversity: residential gardens, historic homes, rain gardens, multi-family developments, rooftop patios, and commercial plazas, and master plans. But all those spaces have one thing in common—they were designed with care, built with purpose, and meant to serve the people who use them.

We’ve also included real testimonials from our clients—so you don’t have to take our word for it. And throughout our site, you’ll notice that we use the phrase “Landscaper Charleston SC” deliberately—not because it’s catchy, but because it reflects how people find us. And when they do, we want them to discover something different.

So what exactly makes REMARK different?

• We’re a licensed landscape architecture firm-not just a landscaping company.
• We believe design matters as much as construction.
• We treat every site like a canvas, not a commodity.
• We communicate clearly and often.
• We never leave a client wondering what’s next.
• We bring client’s vision to life.
• We are problem solvers.

But perhaps most importantly-we care. We care about your goals. We care about the health of your soil. We care about the beauty of your home. And we care about the future of our region. We care about your budget. That’s why stewardship is more than a word for us-it’s a responsibility.

We’re also deeply rooted in the Charleston community. We’ve partnered with leading builders like Axon Homes, Philip Smith Contractors, Renew Urban, and Structures. We’ve worked with board of architectural review, preservation boards, municipalities, HOAs, and private developers. That local experience matters-especially when it comes to getting things done right the first time.

If you’ve made it this far on the home page, then maybe you’re someone who sees the value in doing things thoughtfully. Maybe you’ve already worked with a contractor who gave you a generic plan and a cookie-cutter layout. Or maybe you’re planning something special and want to do it right from the start. Either way-we’d love to be part of your journey.

So go ahead, explore our site. Check out the Portfolio. Read the Testimonials. Learn about our Process. And when you’re ready—reach out. We’ll be here.

The next time you search “Landscaper Charleston SC,” remember that you don’t have to settle for the ordinary. You can build something exceptional. You can partner with a team that listens, leads, and leaves a lasting impact.

REMARK Studio. Rooted in innovation. Driven by stewardship. Powered by collaboration. And always ready to help you design something remarkable.