Charleston SMC

Travis Arnett worked as a construction Superintendent on several large historical renovations and custom homes. After three years, he received his General Contractors license and looked for new challenges in the construction field. Travis went on to work for a larger construction firm as the Business and Project Manager,  specializing in large high-end renovations, defective construction cases, and custom mill work.

In 2008, Travis decided to make another move professionally and establish his company, Arnett Construction, LLC.

Travis believes in excellent customer service with attention to detail and wanted to create a construction company based on honesty, integrity, and value. Using the skills he has gathered and his collective construction experience, he began remodeling and renovating homes in downtown Charleston. Since then he has been able to grow his company based on word of mouth and his reputation for quality. 

A Charleston native with nearly 20 years of paralegal experience, Celeste brings a unique blend of legal expertise and local market knowledge to her clients, focusing on strong relationships and concierge-level service.

As a Historic Home Specialist, Celeste is passionate about Charleston’s architectural and cultural heritage, guiding clients through the unique aspects of owning, restoring, and preserving historic properties.

A top-producing Realtor® with SC Sold, Celeste is committed to supporting Charleston’s homebuilding community and connecting clients with trusted local resources. When she’s not serving clients, she’s exploring Charleston’s neighborhoods, working on historic restoration projects, or spending time with her rescue dog, Charlie, and adding to her ever-growing sneaker collection.

My professional journey blends engineering precision with hospitality excellence. As a graduate of The Citadel, I value structural integrity and long-term planning. However, ten years of owning and managing restaurants taught me that a high-quality product is only as good as the service surrounding it. In 2022, I transitioned these skills into home services, bringing a white-glove approach to residential construction. Today, I lead a team within the largest siding renovation company in North America. With over 100 locations across the US and Canada, our scale allows us to offer a price match guarantee and an industry-leading 25-year workmanship warranty. We aspire to be the number one home re-side company by delivering a zero-stress experience. Backed by strong BBB ratings and 3D design mockups, we ensure every project meets the strict technical standards required for the Lowcountry climate. We treat every home with the discipline of an engineer and the heart of a host.

Michael Pope and Mary Gerard co-founded Better By Design LLC, a Charleston-based residential design firm, guiding clients through every phase of renovation — from concept to completion.

Michael studied architecture at Kent State University and brings decades of construction and technology experience. His 3D renderings help clients visualize their future spaces, while cloud-based project management keeps every project on track.

Mary brings 25+ years of design and construction experience with firms across the East and West coasts. She creates functional, balanced, and personal spaces — blending styles seamlessly and achieving custom results without the custom price.

Together, they offer a comprehensive, client-centered approach to renovation — combining technical precision with inspired design.