From childhood, Architectural Designer Yvette Metz wanted to build houses. Her career has taken her on a dynamic journey, from cartography, master planning, and her work as a residential architect, building student housing to now, as an Architectural Designer in…
There are many factors to take into consideration when building a custom home. While it seems obvious, the lot you choose to build on can affect the home's overall architectural design. Here at Camens Architectural Group, we thrive at finding…
There’s something extraordinary about living on the coast. It’s as if every part of nature conspires to make you feel relaxed. Located on a tidal area site with an inland creek, deep water access, and a stunning vista of both…
One of the defining principles here at Camens Architectural Group is: light defines, and texture refines. We take cues from a space to understand how it’s used and how we should behave in it. A formal space of a government…
Who says you can’t enjoy resort-style living every day? For one couple, capturing the ocean's essence and living in luxury were their custom home goals. What resulted was an unparalleled oceanfront home. Showcasing both the best of Charleston's luxurious living…
Marc Camens has a passion for building incredible homes and stunning commercial spaces. As he approached three decades of work, the idea of writing a book for his children and grandchildren became a reality. Over the course of three years,…
When Senior Project Manager Leo Lorenz was in school, there were only two career options that I was interested in: mechanical or architectural project manager. Luckily for Camens Architectural Group, Leo chose the latter. In his role as Senior Project…
It’s no understatement to say 2020 was a unique year for us all. We began spending more time at home, and the needs of our residences became clearer. As we move into 2021, many home design features aren’t changing, but…
One of the most important aspects of architectural design is how a home and the site interact. Whether he’s in the Adirondacks or the Lowcountry, where preservation requirements necessitate an environment-first approach, or somewhere else in the world that’s less…
The Adirondacks are arguably one of the most beautiful parts of the United States. The region covers six million acres of private and public land, among which many people have decided to build their dream homes. It’s also a prime…