seapines

Stu Dawson is a principle founder of Sasaki, a planning and design firm in Massachusetts. In this episode Stu shares with us his introduction to Charles Fraser, developing the master plan for Sea Pines in the 1950's and designing Harbour Town and the famed lighthouse. Stu also tells about a very interesting car ride with Fraser and what he and some golf buddies found on the 17th hole during a round of golf. 

Gregg Russell the longtime performer in Harbour town joins us to talk about his beginning days at the Sea Pines resort on Hilton Head. Gregg tells the story of his living situation and the kindness of Charles Fraser. Gregg also shares what the island was like when he arrived, what he did in the offseason and what his favorite restaurant is. He also shares the story of his favorite song he wrote to honor Hilton Head and the Low Country. We end the episode with one of his songs.