Robert Thomas Iron Design has been featured in publications focused on craft, design, and material culture—recognized for advancing traditional blacksmithing into contemporary architectural work.

Recent Press

2024–2025

 

The Post and Courier, August 2025

North Charleston blacksmith studio creates custom Clemson piece that 'will stand for generations'

 

Home Design & Decor Magazine, April 2025

Highlighting how material and craftsmanship shape spaces for gathering, where custom elements define both atmosphere and use.

 
 

PBS Special, April 2024

Situating contemporary work within Charleston’s architectural legacy, the film underscores how traditional craft informs both preservation and the future of building.

 
 

Selected Features

Forging Magazine, April 2018

The Post and Courier, April 2018

Charleston City Paper, March 2018

The Associated Press, March 2018

The Washington Post, ABC News, USA Today, WTOP


Garden & Gun, March 2018


The Ross Gazette, October 2017

Charleston Magazine, April 2017


Charleston Magazine, July 2016


Right This Minute, June 2016


Lily magazine, Harvest & Holiday 2015


South of Broad Living, May 2015


Charleston Style & Design, Fall 2014


Charleston City Paper, January 2014


Offbeat Bride, December 2013


The Anvil's Ring, Summer 2013



World Blacksmith Forum, Helfštýn, Czech Republic, August 2012


Blacksmith Festival, Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine, April 2012

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