Business Details
Custom Classic Home Designs by New South Classics
New South Classics was founded on a passion for timeless architectural design and global inspiration. Our team specializes in crafting custom residential plans that blend Old World elegance with modern functionality, drawing from decades of experience in classical architecture. We prioritize authentic detailing, proportion, and constructability, ensuring each home reflects its unique locale and period. Recognized by Southern Living Magazine and awarded by the American Institute of Architects, our work has earned acclaim for its artistry and practicality. Clients praise our ability to transform visions into award-winning designs, with testimonials highlighting our responsiveness and attention to detail.We collaborate directly with homeowners and builders nationwide, offering flexible modifications and secure payment options. Our portfolio spans French country estates, English cottages, and Mediterranean villas, all designed to meet contemporary lifestyles while honoring traditional aesthetics. With a focus on client satisfaction, we provide comprehensive plan sets and personalized service, making dream homes accessible without compromising quality.
Services
Custom Home Design
French Country House Plans
English Cottage Designs
Mediterranean Villas
Mountain Lodge Architecture
Coastal Retreat Plans
European Style Homes
Southern Living Partnerships
Plan Modifications
International Design Consultation
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of expertise in classical residential architecture
- Our designs have won AIA Merit Awards for vernacular home design
- Southern Living Magazine features our house plans nationwide
- Clients praise our attention to authentic detailing and proportion
- We provide direct collaboration with architects for custom modifications
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- Southern Living House Plan Partner
What people say
Drop dead beautiful
Attention to detail
Stunningly beautiful
Work of art
Prompt and professional
Services
Custom Home Design
We create bespoke residential designs tailored to client preferences and site conditions. Our process combines classical architectural principles with modern functionality, ensuring each home balances aesthetic beauty and practical living spaces. Clients receive detailed plan sets and personalized support throughout the design journey.
French Country House Plans
Specializing in French-inspired residential architecture, we design homes with authentic detailing, proportioned facades, and functional interiors. Our plans incorporate traditional elements like steeply pitched roofs, arched doorways, and courtyards while meeting contemporary building standards and lifestyle needs.
Southern Living Partnerships
As a Southern Living house plan partner, we offer curated designs through their platform. This partnership provides clients access to vetted, award-winning plans with options for direct modifications, ensuring homes meet both regional building codes and personal preferences.
Plan Modifications
We provide tailored modifications to existing house plans for site-specific adaptations or lifestyle changes. Our team works directly with clients and builders to adjust layouts, dimensions, and details while maintaining architectural integrity and structural soundness.
International Design Consultation
Leveraging travel-inspired expertise, we consult on homes reflecting global architectural styles. From Mediterranean villas to English cottages, our designs incorporate authentic regional elements while ensuring practicality for modern American homeowners and construction standards.
People
Bruce Eason
Owner/Architect
Bruce Eason, founder of New South Classics, holds architecture degrees from Clemson University and has won AIA Merit Awards for vernacular home design. With decades of experience in classical architecture, he combines global inspiration with practical design solutions.
Questions
What architectural styles do you specialize in?
We specialize in French country, English cottage, Mediterranean villa, mountain lodge, and coastal retreat styles while maintaining classical design principles across all projects.
Can I modify existing house plans?
Yes, we provide customized modifications to adapt plans for site conditions, local building codes, or personal preferences while preserving architectural integrity.
Do you work with clients outside South Carolina?
We collaborate with clients nationwide and internationally, offering remote consultations and digital plan delivery for seamless long-distance projects.
How are payments processed?
Payments are securely processed through PayPal, accepting all major credit cards for direct purchases of house plans and design services.
Are your designs featured in publications?
Yes, our work appears in Southern Living Magazine, Coastal Living, Pinnacle Living, and South Carolina Homes & Gardens, with multiple design awards.
What makes your designs unique?
Our designs combine authentic historical detailing with modern functionality, ensuring timeless aesthetics that meet contemporary living needs and construction standards.
