Discovery Development Group

Discovery Development is everything you hope for in a renovation contractor and more; they truly earned their "Best in Charleston" award and I predict this is the first of many. From the very beginning, their team approached our renovation with care, integrity, and an unmatched attention to detail- they treating our home as if it were their own.

Our project involved a complex historic French Quarter residence and they handled every custom request with thoughtfulness and precision. Not only did they respect the character and history of the space, but they also delivered creative solutions that exceeded our expectations.

What sets Discovery Development apart is their trustworthiness and reliability. Renovations can be stressful, but their kindness, clear communication, unmatched integrity and follow-through gave us complete confidence throughout the process. When it comes to contractors in the Lowcountry and arguably the nation, they stand in a class of their own- we recommend them wholeheartedly.

Our renovation was quite literally perfect. James and his team are in a league of their own. James was with us from day one, sitting in on the very first design meetings and staying involved all the way through completion. Having him there the entire time meant the original vision never got lost in translation.

They were incredibly transparent. Every single invoice and receipt was tracked down to the penny, so we knew exactly where we stood at every moment.

In addition to James, our project managers, Houston and Peter, were total pros. They were knowledgeable, responsive, and always a step ahead of the process. Their attention to detail and the pride they take in their craftsmanship are unmatched. On the rare occasion an issue arose, it was addressed immediately and resolved thoughtfully.

We are so grateful to Discovery Development Group and can’t thank them enough for turning our vision into an even better reality.

From start to finish, working with Discovery Development was an exceptional experience. Their unwavering attention to detail, professionalism, and genuine commitment to understanding our vision truly set them apart. They took on our unique multi-level rooftop project in Charleston’s French Quarter and transformed our dream into a breathtaking reality.

James and his team not only met but exceeded our expectations by going above and beyond at every stage—from initial consultation to project completion. Their dedication, creative problem-solving, and relentless pursuit of quality made the entire process seamless and enjoyable. If you’re looking for a contractor who embodies trust, quality, and a passion for making your vision come to life, look no further than Discovery Development.

We hired Discovery Development Group to build an apartment over our garage and we could not be happier with the construction process and results. We met with several contractors about this project, and it was apparent from our first consult that this was the best contractor for the job based upon the questions James asked and feedback he provided on our ideas. The entire process was easier than anticipated because of their professionalism, work ethic, and willingness to incorporate all of our design ideas into a small space. In addition, we were in a bit of a time crunch as we were expecting another child during the construction and needed the it complete prior to maternity leave ending so we would have office space. They started the construction process very quickly and the progress was amazing (biggest hold up of the entire project was city permitting). Discovery Development Group exceeded all timing expectations finishing the job in just over 3 months and even went above and beyond with material ordering to mitigate supply chain risks. James was extremely responsive and walked us through all aspects of the project in real time, which made the entire process run smoother than we had hoped. All the sub-contractors were very professional and hard working with work continuing into evenings and weekends when needed. They did an amazing job at following up and making sure the project was done right and we were satisfied. I have had several neighbors wanting to do a similar project after seeing our final product, and I have told all of them that they need to use Discovery Development Group if they want to see this level of quality in their project.

Big thank you to James and the rest of the team at Discovery Development Group for their professionalism, courtesy, and work ethic. This will be the only general contractor I use for any future projects, and I wish our house was constructed as well as our room over the garage. I hope to one day utilize their services to build a house for us in the future.

I had an entire kitchen/laundry room and main living area remodel but Discovery Development. Let me say James was highly professional and employed the best contractors I have ever seen. Everyone of them were very skilled and I never had an issue with any of the work. He had a deadline of 8 weeks to make our space livable during supply chain issue when we returned and he met that deadline. This included 12 doors & windows on the backside of the house, refinishing & adding new hardwood flooring, appliances & kitchen cabinetry. His cabinet maker is the Best in Charleston by far! Painting, upstairs and outside & structure issues with leaking were thus completed in a timely manner. Could not have been happier with the results. Recommend James with Discovery Development with greatest confidence and look forward to a master bath renovation this Fall