This handsome pink house was built in 1795. The toothy trim, called quoins, is found on many Charleston masonry and stucco buildings. The quoins usually serve two purposes -- to strengthen the construction and for decoration. They do add a certain flair!

Quoins

This handsome pink house was built in 1795. The toothy trim, called quoins, is found on many Charleston masonry and stucco buildings. The quoins usually serve two purposes — to strengthen the construction and for decoration. They do add a certain flair!