about us
Meadors constantly strives for a better way to approach design projects. It is a drive that evolved into a unique collaboration between architects, artisans, conservators, building material specialists, and craftsmen. We are a series of in-house workshops made up of diverse team members that come from different perspectives and trades within the design and construction fields. When combined, these workshops cultivate the highest standards in architecture, design, construction, and preservation.
We are committed to advancing the building and design professions. Using traditional techniques aided by the latest technologies, our collaborative team members are able to create sustainable and beautiful structures and designs.
We are always excited and thankful about the opportunities and challenges presented in each project and look forward to the creativity and insight that each project presents. The synergy of our in-house disciplines is at the core of our design process. This collaboration enhances our design, preservation planning, conservation, and construction services because of the experience we have across the many fields of interests.
Our primary office is located in Charleston, SC, and we have a satellite office in Greenville, SC serving the Upstate.
james c. meadors, owner
A native South Carolinian, James Meadors founded Meadors in 1984 to focus on the conservation and restoration of historic structures. He brings a unique insight to the building industry with over 30 years experience in construction and preservation. Throughout his career, James has surrounded himself with artisans, designers, and conservators to learn the construction trade, system by system, from artisans trained in traditional craft. He has developed a keen eye for detail, craft, and quality assurance. James is involved in each workshop, and it is through his vision that the company has evolved to what it is today. He has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wofford College and is a licensed SC General Contractor. Contact: jamescmeadors@aol.com
recognition
2021 AMERICAN SOCIETY OF INTERIOR DESIGNERS - EXCELLENCE IN DESIGN
PRIVATE RESIDENCE, AIKEN, SC
ASID, Carolinas
Adaptive Reuse
2020 AIA SC CITATION AWARD
GARVIN-GARVEY HOUSE, BLUFFTON, SC
AIA SC Citation Award
Adaptive Reuse and Historic Preservation
2018 HONOR AWARD
GARVIN-GARVEY HOUSE, BLUFFTON, SC
Palmetto Trust for Historic Preservation
Exemplary Historic Preservation Project
2017 GOVERNOR'S AWARD
JAMES C. MEADORS
Palmetto Trust for Historic Preservation
Lifetime Dedication to Historic Preservation
2015 HONOR AWARD
McLEOD PLANTATION HISTORIC SITE
Palmetto Trust for Historic Preservation
Exemplary Historic Preservation Project
2014 HONOR AWARD
RESTORATION OF 24 WATER STREET
Palmetto Trust for Historic Preservation
Exemplary Historic Preservation Project
2012 CAROLOPOLIS AWARD--PRO MERITO
RESTORATION OF McLEOD PLANTATION
The Preservation Society
2012 HONOR AWARD
93 & 97 BROAD STREET
Palmetto Trust for Historic Preservation
Exemplary Historic Preservation Project
2012 GENE OTT COMMUNITY PRIDE AWARD
Charleston County for Outstanding Businessperson
Environmental Stewardship and/or Architectural Restoration
2011 CAROLOPOLIS AWARD
RESTORATION OF 93 BROAD STREET
The Preservation Society
2010 HISTORIC CHARLESTON'S
THE ROBERT N.S. AND PATTY FOOS WHITELAW FOUNDERS AWARD
93 & 97 BROAD STREET
Distinguished Achievement in Historic Preservation in Charleston
2010 AIA SC CHAPTER MERIT AWARD
RESTORATION OF 97 BROAD STREET
AIA SC Chapter
2010 CAROLOPOLIS AWARD
RESTORATION OF 97 BROAD STREET
The Preservation Society
2010 LEADERSHIP IN GREEN BUILDING/PUBLIC SECTOR AWARD
JAMES C. MEADORS
SC Chapter of US Green Building Council
2010 STEWARDSHIP AWARD
JAMES C. MEADORS
City of Charleston
2010 STEWARDSHIP AWARD
TERRY BELL-ABY
City of Charleston
2009 COMMUNITY PRIDE CAPTAIN'S AWARD
JAMES C. MEADORS
Charleston County for Outstanding Management of Natural Resources
2009 CAROLOPOLIS AWARD
RESTORATION OF 18 LAMBOLL STREET
The Preservation Society
2001 CAROLOPOLIS AWARD
RESTORATION OF 46 WARREN STREET
The Preservation Society
1994 CAROLOPOLIS AWARD
RESTORATION OF MAGNOLIA CEMETERY
The Preservation Society
1991 CAROLOPOLIS AWARD
RESTORATION OF 137 CHURCH STREET
The Preservation Society
1991 CAROLOPOLIS AWARD
RESTORATION OF 137-139 CHURCH STREET
The Preservation Society