Event Details The weekend kicks off with the highly anticipated Opening Night Party at the Aiken-Rhett House, c.1820, and continues with the hallmark Design in Mind Lecture Series on Friday and Saturday. Charleston by Design blends preservation and design, drawing inspiration from the past to inform contemporary creations. The event features a diverse array of designers, artists, architects, and preservationists, all united in their respect for the preservation of Charleston's historic architecture and interior design.