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In cities across the Carolinas, a quiet but powerful shift is taking place. As urban areas grow denser and development accelerates, municipalities and designers are rethinking what it means to build healthy, resilient, and connected communities. A quiet hero in that effort isn’t massive regional parks or sweeping greenbelt systems, it’s the pocket park. These…
In 1985, starting a business that blended two site design services when no one else was could have resulted in swift failure. Despite the challenging economic climate, two young entrepreneurs, Stuart Whiteside and my dad, Kenny Seamon, shared a vision that would soon transform the Carolinas’ landscape. From that, SeamonWhiteside (SW+) was born, which became…
Firm celebrates its founder as he transitions into a mentorship and advisory role SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas today announced the retirement of one of its founders, Stuart Whiteside, PE, effective November 1, 2025. The vision Whiteside established more than four decades ago remains at the heart of…
Charleston-based SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, announced the strategic appointment of Kris Phillips as the director of economic development. Phillips brings 13 years of experience, resulting in multi-billion dollar investments and job creation. In this new position, Phillips will play a key role in expanding SW+’s industrial profile and…
GroundBreak Carolinas is pleased to share thoughts and insights from construction industry leaders across the Carolinas. We recently caught up with Trey Little, PE, Director of SW+’s Charlotte office, to get his perspective on doing business in 2025. SeamonWhiteside (SW+) is a full-service site design firm with six offices in the Carolinas. What trends are…
Charleston, S.C. (August 13, 2024) – SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm with offices throughout the Carolinas, is proud to announce their continued momentum in the Southeast, opening its second North Carolina office in the heart of Raleigh. Through its work, SW+ looks to support economic growth and development, strengthen communities, and deepen their roots in North…
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm throughout the Carolinas, was selected for two vital projects on Sullivan’s Island to mitigate flooding and water issues. The comprehensive Stormwater Master Plan and the Drainage Improvement Project will help the South Carolina town prepare a comprehensive capital improvement plan and mitigate flooding while also ensuring best practices are…
SeamonWhiteside (SW+), a full-service site design firm throughout the Carolinas, celebrated World Landscape Architecture Month in April by highlighting four projects around Greenville, S.C. These projects incorporate innovative designs that connect natural environments and built elements to create functional and beautiful spaces for the community to enjoy. From a memorial site to connecting existing parks and…
Liollio Architecture + SeamonWhiteside (SW+), along with their team of local engineers in the Charleston area, has been selected to provide planning, architectural, and engineering services for the newest park in Mount Pleasant, SC. Once complete, the 100-acre Rifle Range Road Park will be an expansive community park in the Town. The completed park will provide a balance…
In recent years, there has been a growing trend toward multimodal communities – areas in which residents prioritize walkability, bikeability, and access to public transportation. Specifically, these communities are rapidly gaining attention in urban areas, where individuals gravitate toward spaces that promote healthy living and community connectivity. In order for these new areas to seamlessly…
