Roost breaks ground on second Charleston outpost
Roost Apartment Hotel, a concept known for bridging the boutique hotel experience with apartment-style living from Method Co, has broken ground on its newest location at 529 King Street in downtown Charleston.
Slated for completion in early 2024, the $61 million project designed by Morris Adjmi Architects will feature 52,700ft2 of space comprising a mix of studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment hotel units, a rooftop lounge, and 27,700ft2 of rentable space. Method Co. will operate the property’s rooftop lounge, drawing on significant experience in food and beverage operations to create a space that serves both as an amenity to guests and locals.
The property will be the city’s first high-design, extended-stay hotel concept blending the comfort and practicality of an apartment with the amenities and design of a boutique hotel, creating a temporary living environment ideally suited for a long-term stay.
Due in large part to the contextually appropriate façade design, which features distinct arched windows and a striking metal-clad canopy, the landmark project was rewarded architectural merit by the City’s Board of Architectural Review, which allowed for the addition of a penthouse level.
“Capital Square is an active developer of luxury properties in growing markets within the Southeast and we couldn’t be more pleased to begin construction on our inaugural project in Charleston,” says Whitson Huffman, Chief Strategy and Investment Officer. “Charleston is a premier market, home to a growing community of high-income families and one of the nation’s most popular tourist destinations. 529 King Street will contribute to this legacy and become a premier destination for local residents and tourists alike.”
“We are thrilled to break ground on our first ROOST Apartment Hotel in South Carolina and our second project in the city of Charleston,” comments David Grasso, President and Co-Founder of Method Co. “ROOST will offer guests in Charleston a comfortable stay in a beautifully designed apartment that feels like a home and the flexibility to stay a few nights or a few months. The building’s design by Morris Adjmi Architects is outstanding; it will be a fitting complement to the classic architectural charm of Charleston.”
