Morris Adjmi Architects

Inspired by the interplay of English, French, Spanish, and Italian styles that have shaped Charleston's rich architectural legacy, The Nickel is a new boutique hotel that offers a contemporary take on southern hospitality. Located on Upper King Street, the infill development features 50 residential-style guestrooms and suites, along with warm and welcoming communal spaces, including a lush interior courtyard, library lounge, cocktail bar, private event space, listening room, and rooftop bar with panoramic views. 

Merging tradition with innovation, the building's King Street façade features distinctive arched windows and a striking GFRC canopy. The panelized exterior is composed entirely of precast concrete, sculpted with historically-inspired compound curves. At street level, the hotel’s entry and storefronts are framed in wood with recessed panels, maintaining a dialogue with the historic streetscape. 

Continuing the conversation between past and present, The Nickel's layered interiors reimagine a traditional Southern townhome. A sage green palette—inspired by a historic pigmentation found throughout Charleston—flows through the guestrooms and common areas, complemented by a curated mix of vintage and modern furnishings, lighting, and art. Framed by three stories of handcrafted wrought-iron balconies and wrapped in a warm terracotta palette with lush plantings, The Nickel's central courtyard makes for a peaceful hideaway, while the rooftop bar commands views over Charleston’s roofline.