Greenville State Farmers Market

DP3 Architects partnered with the South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) to revitalize the 17,000 square foot Greenville State Farmers Market campus. The renovation aimed to transform the site into a year-round destination that fosters community engagement, attracts more visitors, and provides vendors with a comfortable and efficient environment. The upgraded facility now provides an enhanced experience for both vendors and visitors, emphasizing accessibility, local engagement, and community connection.

“This beautiful expanded market facility offers great opportunities for South Carolina farmers and small business owners to connect with the public – and that’s what our State Farmers Markets are all about,” said Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers. “I’m proud of our team’s work, and I know visitors will enjoy the results.”

Key improvements include a wood-beam canopy entrance that creates a warm and inviting gateway for guests while providing space for seasonal displays and community gatherings. The renovation also features glass panel garage doors that bring in abundant natural light, updated exterior signage, and cedar board and batten accents that blend contemporary design with regional character.

The second floor now houses SCDA’s touchdown office for fuel and food safety testing, expanding the market’s functionality and supporting the department’s ongoing operations. Located at 1354 Rutherford Road in Greenville, the State Farmers Market continues to host popular community events such as Small Vendor Saturdays and the semi-annual Plant and Flower Festivals, showcasing South Carolina’s vibrant agricultural and artisan communities.

Through thoughtful design and collaboration, DP3 Architects helped reimagine the Greenville State Farmers Market as a welcoming public destination that celebrates the state’s agricultural heritage while supporting local entrepreneurship and community connection.