About
Monica Edwards
Curator of Connection.
Charleston is more than a city to me—it’s a living story, a rhythm, a way of being. And in many ways, so is my work. I believe life is meant to be experienced deeply, with intention, grace, and a connection to the spaces and people around us.
For decades, I have been drawn to the art of curation—selecting, shaping, and refining experiences that bring people together in meaningful ways. As a serial entrepreneur, business strategist, and real estate professional, I don’t just see what is—I see what could be. I have founded and built multiple businesses of my own, from magazines and wellness spas to upscale retail, while also developing and branding high-end businesses for others. My work has always centered on creating refined spaces—both physical and experiential—that cultivate connection and a sense of place.
With a background in real estate and a deep understanding of how people interact with their environments, I am now bringing this perspective to the built world—actively shaping and developing boutique communities where architecture and design are intentionally planned to foster meaningful connection between residents and the city itself. Each endeavor is guided by a simple but profound idea: that the way we engage with a place has the power to transform us.
A Life Rooted in Connection
My work is about more than what to do in a city; it’s about how to experience it in a way that lingers. I want people to step into Charleston—not just as visitors, but as participants in its story.
Through Charleston & ME, I curate experiences that reflect the city’s true essence—elevated, timeless, and deeply connected. With The Society, I create spaces and experiences for meaningful connection—where people come together to engage, share, and deepen their relationship with both Charleston and one another.
And with The Residences, I am shaping spaces where this connection will become a way of life. These boutique communities will be more than luxury living—they are being designed to foster belonging, conversation, and a deeper connection with others and the city.
With every project, I craft environments that embody Charleston’s elegance and distinctive sense of place, setting a new standard for intentional living—one built on the transformative power of connection.
The Art of Living with Intention
I believe in slowing down. In lingering over a well-paced conversation, in long walks through storied streets, in the way light falls across a piazza in the late afternoon. I believe in the quiet power of place—the traditions, details, and unspoken moments that make life feel beautifully lived. True connection isn’t accidental; it’s cultivated.
Through thoughtfully designed spaces, curated experiences, the gatherings we create, and the questions we ask, we shape not just where people connect, but how they engage—with each other, with the world around them, and with ideas that spark deeper conversations.
My work isn’t about trends or checklists; it’s about fostering a way of life that is both rooted and timeless—where beauty, meaning, and belonging are intentionally built into every moment.
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An Invitation to Experience More
At its heart, my work is about more than just the places we inhabit or the experiences we seek—it’s about the way we engage with life itself.
Whether through thoughtfully designed spaces, curated experiences, or gatherings that bring people together, I believe in fostering a world where connection—both to place and to one another—is not just possible but woven into the fabric of how we live, move, and belong.
For those drawn to a life of depth, beauty, and meaning—one rooted in place, presence, and connection—I extend an invitation: to step into spaces that feel like home, experiences that linger, and conversations that matter.
Because life is best lived not by simply passing through—but by the deep connections that ground us, shape us, and give life its richest meaning.