About Thompson Young Design

An innovative design firm in downtown Charleston, Thompson Young Design is building a reputation as a thoughtful and reliable small firm with an enthusiastic approach to contextual projects in downtown Charleston and the surrounding Lowcountry area. Co-owners and Clemson University Master of Architecture gradates, Simons Young, AIA, NCARB and Jonathan Thompson, LEED AP believe that even the most well-designed projects are delivered through a team effort supported by the ability to listen and communicate.

Thompson Young Design values their community, its processes and personalities, and is committed to use sustainable design to enhance the quality of life for all —preferring to contract with local material providers and craftsmen when possible, and to build in a way that adds new life to Charleston’s historic environment and surrounds. With experience in LEED documented design, Thompson Young Design understands how to integrate sustainable features, from green roofing and water management, to alternative energy and material re-use.  With a strong preservation perspective, Simons and Jon also know the value of preservation and building rehabilitation as a means of sustainability.

Charleston, South Carolina maintains a rich historic fabric and architectural context, and in order to sustain such a remarkable environment, stringent zoning and architectural review is critical.  Through review and approval of several challenging projects, Simons and Jon have gained both an understanding and appreciation for the efforts of the zoning and architectural review boards.  Since the start of their business, Simons and Jon have worked diligently to establish an understanding of the City of Charleston’s goals through community involvement, engaging neighborhood associations, working with preservation interest groups, and establishing a strong rapport with the City of Charleston’s Department of Sustainability, Planning, and Preservation.

As a business, we strive to offer quality and efficient service through communication as well as process. Our firm embraces technologies such as building information modeling and various rendering software to provide 3-D visualizations for our clients and to increase the efficiency of in office production. Our mission is to understand our client’s intent and to collaborate with the best team possible to achieve the optimal project.