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Home on the RanchRe-Envision This Classic Style p. 50
PLUS! Hundreds of resources to help you with your home improvement projects p. 63
DIY Bloggers BeatBoots Stand Tall in
Custom Boot Shapers p. 66
A Real Homeowner’s Story of Coming Home to Stay p. 16
Returning tothe Ranch
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features16 Returning to the Ranch A Real Homeowner’s Story of Coming
Home to Stay
58 2016 Trend Report What’s New in Closet Design
PLUS
21 2016 NARI Greater Atlanta Remodeling Directory Find the Right Remodeling Pro Today!
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Axios Architecture, photography by Thomas Watkins; John Rogers Renovations, photography by Gregg Willett Photography
The Revival of the Ranch Take Another Look at These One-Level Wonders
On The cOveR: The team at e3 Design, LLC completely transformed this house, originally built in 1953. Sleek, refined, comfortable and livable, the new design stays true to the concept of mid-century modern while incorporating current technologies. Project by e3 design, LLC, www.designwithe3.com. Photo courtesy of e3 design, LLC, photography by Fredrik Brauer.
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in every issue 10 Editor’s Letter Home is Where Your Story Begins
14 Home Front Expert Tips, News and Happenings
61 To Steam or Not to Steam? An Inside Look at Steam Mopping
63 Resource Finder Find Help with Your Home Improvement Projects
66 DIY Bloggers Beat Custom Boot Shapers Stand Tall and Trendy
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Home Is Where Your Story Begins...
editor’sletter
A painted wooden sign stating that sentiment hangs in a friend’s kitchen, and I agree with the
pronouncement. Most of us start
our own “once upon a time” not
in a kingdom far away but under a
simple roof with family. The new
year brings a new chapter to every
one of those stories—I happen to adore finding great stories,
so I’m thrilled to begin sharing some of those here with
Atlanta Home Improvement readers.
My own story started out in a sprawling suburban ranch
house, where we all enjoyed plenty of room and a perfect
flow for my mother’s gracious (and frequent) entertaining.
The inherent style attributes of that ranch went completely
underappreciated by me for most of my life. Now, I have
developed a bit of a crush on the ranch redux. When I note
the way a ranch layout naturally lends itself to modern
open floor plans, I remember, wistfully, the convenience
of living on one level. No hauling things up and down
stairs. No shaking chandeliers and thunderous noise from
kids stomping overhead. No hot spots or cold zones from
inconsistent heating and cooling. As our team worked
on this month’s issue, I found myself continually flipping
through home listings for ranch houses available on the
market… maybe that will be my next project.
For now, I’m determined to spruce up my existing home, and I
think I might start by classing up the closets. Maybe if I show
that space some overdue attention, I’ll be more motivated
to keep it organized… and maybe my clothes will suddenly
appear more exciting. That could happen. Couldn’t it?
The DIY project on page 66 will definitely happen! It’s a
genius solution to a problem piling up at this very moment in
a heap on my closet floor. (When I hear of a run on glue guns
and foam pool noodles, I’ll know that all our readers agree.)
Yes, that’s what I’ll do; I’ll start small, with those closets.
I’ll take a focused look at what I want to keep in my home,
and then start to evaluate parts I want to change. Home
improvement can begin with a simple shift in perspective
and lead to a whole new outlook. It’s a new year and I’m
ready for that—are you?
Katherine Michalak Managing Editor
10 AtlAntA home Improvement JANUARY 2016 AtlantaHomeImprovement.com
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hen Jon Payne’s parents
passed away, he and his
siblings fervently discussed
selling their family home in
Doraville. His parents had been the original
owners, purchasing the house in 1966, and the
family had lived there ever since. The Payne
siblings all hoped to attract an investment buyer;
none were keen to undertake the repairs and
updates necessary to make the home competitive
in the open marketplace. Jon’s wife, Becky, a
talented interior designer, had always wanted the
opportunity to do something to the house but
never considered actually living in it herself. She
admits, “I had redesigned the interior of the house
a dozen different ways in my mind over the years.
As [the] siblings began discussions of a quick
sale, Jon and I began discussing the possibility of
buying it!”
For almost 20 years, Jon commuted 28 miles
each day to work. The Paynes lived in a rural
area, which had been a great place to raise their
children, but once the kids were gone, they longed
to move into Atlanta. For several years, they’d
actively sought out a modern condo to fulfill a
lifelong desire of Becky’s. For Jon, a condo was a
place they could enjoy for weekends in the city,
while Becky thought of that condo as a permanent
dwelling. They had not yet decided on one, so they
began to more seriously consider purchasing the
Payne family ranch house as a flip and then took
the leap.
“We made an offer to Jon’s siblings, and they took
it without hesitation. We did hire a contractor to
do work that Jon didn’t feel qualified to do and to
facilitate the process, but we spent almost every
single day after work and on the weekends—for a
solid year—working on the house and doing the
renovation ourselves,” Becky explains. Surprisingly,
Becky found herself more sentimental about
existing elements and features of the house than
Jon, yet they didn’t truly commit to living in the
house until closer to completion.
1. City Chic
Becky Payne
thought
she wanted
to live in a
sleek condo
downtown,
but instead
infused
contemporary
style into a
suburban
renovation
project she
now adores.
2. Moving Into Mom’s House? Jon Payne
and his
wife, Becky,
decided to
purchase his
childhood
home after
his parents
passed away,
transforming
the dated
ranch into a
fantastically
modern
residence.
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REAL HOMEOWNER’S STORY
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BEFORE (FRONT)
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BEFORE (BACK)
3. Play Outside The Paynes accomplished the entire
renovation without adding any
square footage to the original layout.
They’ve expanded the outdoor living
space for al fresco entertaining
and enjoyed reconnecting with
neighborhood friends.
4. Back Home For Good
Originally, the Paynes
planned to flip this
house once they had
completed all the work
necessary to put it
on the open market.
Over the course of the
project, they fell in love
with the house and
the area. Now they are
home to stay!
“Initially, I told Jon that
I had no intentions of
making this house our
final home, as it was by
no means my modern
dream house,” Becky says.
She did concede that if
they sold their existing
residence quickly, she’d
live in the project house until they finished renovations.
They received an offer on their other home within 10 hours
of putting it up for sale and moved into the ranch.
The move has been great for both of them; the house is in
an excellent location for their jobs, and the size is perfect
for their lifestyle at this stage. They’ve created a true chef’s
kitchen with Thermador appliances and also added a
complete professional office area. There’s now space for
their three adult children and their families, as well as
ample room for entertaining. By replacing windows with
doors along the back side of the house and extending the
patio, they gained an indoor/outdoor area (with an outdoor
kitchen, pool, pool house and workshop in the near-future
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5. All in the Family
Jon’s siblings,
children and
grandchildren
all appreciate
the hard work
and creative
vision that’s
made it
possible to
keep this
home in the
family for
years to come.
REAL HOMEOWNER’S STORY
plans). Becky changed the exterior by painting the brick
and replacing wrought iron posts with larger ones of rough-
hewn cedar and adding a custom-built front door with
complementary garage doors. Becky developed an interior
design that gave her the modern-style house she’d always
loved and allowed her to incorporate elements she’d desired
in a condo. “I teasingly refer to it as ‘my condo with a yard,’”
Becky laughs.
Becky and Jon agree that the experience has been one they
both treasure. “What is really cool for Jon is that while
renovating the house, he was able to relive some great family
memories,” says Becky. They are still surrounded by original
homeowners and a few other of Jon’s childhood friends who
have also purchased their parents’ homes and returned
there. As they renovated, the older generation of original
homeowners watched carefully and gave them positive
feedback.
They added no square footage to the existing house. Becky
says, “We just created more usable space for family and
for entertaining. The comment we receive the most when
people see the renovation is how achievable this can be
for anyone with an older ranch home.” Realtors regularly
parade through the home, showcasing to prospective
buyers the possibilities for modernizing a ranch home.
While that attention is � attering, what matters most
to the Paynes is their own satisfaction with the overall
project. “We love our house,” Becky exclaims. “It’s nothing
grand, it’s not the biggest — it’s quite small — it’s
de� nitely not the most expensive, nor is it the best, but it
is a home that has been kept in the family that we have
made uniquely our own.”
RESOURCES:BP + GP Design Studio | BPGP.DesignStudio.com Howard Payne Company, Inc. | HowardPayne.com
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BOARD CHAIRMANBrad Cruickshank, CR
PRESIDENTTom Dwyer, CR
VICE PRESIDENTPaul Castell
TREASURERJeff Werho, CR, CAPS
SECRETARYWallace Clark, CR, GCP
BOARD MEMBERSPamela Andersen
Bill BeiselMark Cantrell
Mark Galey, CRJoel Mooneyhan
Kyle Tripp
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NARI’s Core purpose is “To advance and promote the remodeling industry’s professionalism, product and vital public purpose.”
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry is committed to being:
Professional: Ethical and honest; committed to high standards
Open: Diverse and respectful; inclusive of many views and dedicated to free expression
Progressive: Informed and knowledgeable; resourceful and flexible
Member Focused: Focused on the importance of success, return on investment and profit lives
Each member of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry
is pledged to observe high standards of honesty, integrity and responsibility in the conduct of business by agreeing to adhere to a Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. If a homeowner believes a member to be violating these, there is a grievance process set up to rectify the situation. NARI professionals have access to 8 certif ication programs and over 60 online educational programs to keep them up to speed on industry trends and technology. NARI is truly the homeowners trusted source for remodeling professionals.
Each Year NARI Atlanta Produces Key Events to Engage its Members and Homeowners Through:• NARI Atlanta’s Home Show Booth – provides homeowners an opportunity to learn about NARI and meet
remodeling professionals – N. Atlanta Home Show, Spring Atlanta Home Show and Fall Atlanta Home Show.
• NARI Atlanta’s Golf Tournament – provides members an opportunity to network and share in a day of fun and good will.
• NARI Atlanta’s Cutting Edge Educational & Remodeling Expo – provides NARI and other association members an opportunity to achieve up to 6 industry CEU’s as well as to connect with a variety of manufacturers and suppliers.
• NARI Atlanta’s Tour of Remodeled Homes – provides Atlanta homeowners an opportunity to visit beautifully remodeled homes and to meet some of Atlanta’s top remodelers.
• NARI Atlanta’s Contractor of the Year (CotY) Awards Gala – showcases some of the most beautiful award- winning projects in up to 36 categories – local winners can enter at the national level to maximize exposure with national media outlets.
What is the National Association of the Remodeling Industry?
NARI ATLANTA BOARD Back Row: Mark Galey, CR, Joel Mooneyhan, Bill Beisel, Brad Cruickshank, CR, Pamela Anderson, Paul Castell, Mark Cantrell, Wallace Clark, CR, GCPFront Row: Tom Dwyer, CR, Kyle Tripp, Jeff Werho, CR, CAPS
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Congratulations!
You are holding in your hands a directory of companies owned and staffed by some of the most professional men and
women in the remodeling industry.
NARI is the premier association of remodeling professionals and industry experts dedicated to advancing the professionalism of the remodeling industry and educating the public on the benefits of using a qualified professional.
Why choose a NARI contractor? We have all heard a horror story or two about a remodeling project gone bad. NARI screens all members prior to admission. Contractors must be licensed, insured and adhere to a strict code of ethics. NARI has an independent review board to investigate any homeowner complaints. NARI has certification programs for its contractors and associate members.
Construction Industry Initiative Our industry is currently experiencing a severe shortage of skilled workers entering the trades. NARI Atlanta is working to promote awareness of this and bringing information to young people regarding the great career opportunities in construction. Skilled construction tradespersons can earn higher starting salaries than the average college graduate. See GoBuildGeorgia.com for more information.
Be a Smart Consumer A professional will cost more, but a poorly done job may affect the value of your home negatively. Use this directory as your starting point for a successful remodeling experience.
See NARIAtlanta.org for more information about hiring a professional contractor.
All of this translates to the most qualified and dedicated remodeling professionals for YOUR project!
A Message fromTom Dwyer, President of NARI Atlanta 2016
Use these 7 questions to evaluate every remodeling contractor before your choose.
GA Lic.# RLC0001958
Design/Build Remodeling
1. Do you provide a 5-Year Warranty? (5 times longer than most)2. Have you been in business in Atlanta for at least 30 years?3. Does each job have a dedicated supervisor?4. Do you offer 3D computer design to help visualize projects?5. Is the owner a NARI Certified Remodeler (CR)?6. Do you provide a written fixed price bid for all projects?7. How many awards have you won for your projects?
Call for a free consultation
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AWARD WINNING DESIGN/BUILD FIRMKITCHENS • BATHS • SCREEN PORCHES
Coty Award Winner | Residential Kitchen Over $150,000
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NARI members adhere to a Standards of Practice which
advocates for consumers/homeowners.
NARI is the voice of the remodeling industry.
All members must agree to sound business practices
and must adhere to the NARI Code of Ethics.
NARI members are committed to experience,
education and ethics.
NARI offers certification for Certif ied
Remodeler, Certified Lead Carpenter and
Certif ied Kitchen and Bath Remodeler.
Certified Remodelers must have at least
five years of experience, complete a 12-week
(CR) course and pass an 8-hour exam.
NARI members are known to display a
high level of proficiency and knowledge in
their fields.
NARI members give back to the community
through outreach projects.
NARI members participate in the “CotY
(Contractor of the Year) Awards” to exhibit quality
projects.
NARI members are professional, open, progressive and
member-centric.
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Coty Award Winner | Residential Kitchen Over $150,000
LUXE LinEar Drains (877) 398-8110LUXE provides high quality, all stainless steel linear drains for a wide range of applications and styles. Curbless and open plan baths, large format floor tiles, single slope floor, and more benefits. ADA compliant. Compatible with all standard floor drains and all waterproofing materials. Simple and straightforward installation.
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Full-scale kitchens for dreams of all sizes.
See every Sub-Zero and Wolf product in its natural environment at The Living Kitchen.
Make yourself at home. Get hands-on with the complete line of Sub-Zero and Wolf products
as you move from one full-scale kitchen vignette to the next. Once you’ve been inspired by
all that your new kitchen can be, our specialists will help you turn your dreams into a reality.
7455 Trowbridge Road NE • Sandy Springs, Ga. 30328 • 404.255.0640 • www.sewellappliance.com
We are proud to be aNARI Atlanta member
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Full-scale kitchens for dreams of all sizes.
See every Sub-Zero and Wolf product in its natural environment at The Living Kitchen.
Make yourself at home. Get hands-on with the complete line of Sub-Zero and Wolf products
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The Contractor of the Year (CotY) Awards are given each year by the Atlanta Chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling
Industry (NARI). Members who have demonstrated outstanding work through their remodeling projects receive these awards. In December, winners in each category were honored for projects ranging from kitchen and bath remodels to whole-house renovations and additions.
THE CotY AWARD WINNERS ARE:
Residential Kitchen $100,001 to $150,000Atlanta Design & Build with Insidesign
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Residential Kitchen Over $150,000John Rogers Renovations
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Residential Kitchen $60,000 to $100,000Atlanta Design & Build with Insidesign
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THE CotY AWARD WINNERS ARE:
Residential Kitchen $30,000 to $60,000Keiffer J. Phillips-Patricia L. Brown, Inc.
Residential Bath $75,001 to $100,000R. Christy, Inc. with Danneman Designs LLC
Residential Bath $50,001 to $75,000Attention to Detail Remodeling
Residential Bath Over $100,000Handcrafted Homes, Inc
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Residential Bath $25,000 to $50,000Complete Remodeling Solutions with Dove Studio
Residential Bath Under $25,000J Werho Construction
Residential Interior Over $150,000Weidmann & Associates
Residential Interior $75,000 to $150,000Structures, Inc.
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Residential Interior Element $30,000 and OverKeiffer J. Phillips-Patricia L. Brown, Inc.
Residential Exterior Over $200,000Keiffer J. Phillips-Patricia L. Brown, Inc.
Landscape/Outdoor Living $60,000 and OverBoyce Design
Residential Exterior $100,000 to $200,000Mosaic Group Remodelers & Architects
Residential Exterior Under $100,000Weidmann & Associates
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Residential Addition $100,000 to $250,000Atlanta Building Company
Residential Addition Over $250,000Atlanta Building Company
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Entire House Over $1,000,000Keiffer J. Phillips-Patricia L. Brown, Inc.
Basement Over $100,000Handcrafted Homes, Inc
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5th Generation Contracting, Inc.770-509-2525www.5thgenerationcontracting.comMelissa [email protected]
A Masterpiece Remodeling, Inc.770-979-4661www.amasterpieceremodeling.comTodd [email protected]
Able Quality Remodeling, Inc.678-392-7962www.ablequalityremodeling.comJakky [email protected]
Adapted Living Spaces, LLC404-734-7343www.adaptedlivingspaces.comBarbaro Ponce, [email protected]
All American Construction678-455-4719 x1www.lovemyhomeagain.comMichael [email protected]
Artisans of Atlanta, Inc.404-377-3350www.artisansofatlanta.comMatthew [email protected]
Atlanta Area Building & Remodeling, LLC404-353-5660www.Atlantaareabuilding.comJoshua Leibowitz, [email protected]
Atlanta Building Company770-783-0960www.atlantabuilding.comJohn Southwell, MCR, UDCP [email protected]
Atlanta Design & Build770-565-8999www.atlantadesignbuild.comDale Contant, MCR, UDCP, [email protected]
Attention to Detail Home Remodeling770-649-7743www.atdremodel.comDavid Sturm, [email protected]
B. L. Bennett, Inc.478-781-1200www.blbennettconstruction.comBarney [email protected]
Bassett Construction Services404-862-0988www.BCSAtlanta.comTimothy [email protected]
Battle Renovations 770-586-0200www.battlerenovations.comMary [email protected]
Benjamin Andrew Construction678-794-0543benjaminandrewconstruction.comBenjamin [email protected]
Berry Design Build & Realty Company404-634-7351www.berrydesignbuild.comHonor Vess, [email protected]
Bickley Design Build Services, Inc.478-750-7434www.bickleydesignbuild.comRandy Bickley, GMB, CGR, [email protected]
Big Bear Construction, Inc.770-435-5440www.bigbear-construction.comBearin Santos, EPA RRP, RPC, [email protected]
Bires Remodeling, Inc.404-226-1841www.biresremodeling.comDean Bires, [email protected]
Boyce Design & Contracting770-237-0284www.boycedesign.comThomas [email protected]
Brownlow & Sons Company, Inc.770-977-8404www.brownlowandsons.comChuck [email protected]
Camdur Building Group Inc.678-785-1205www.camdur.comJeff Camp, Earthcraft, IICRC Certified, IICRC, AMRS, FSRT, GSWCC Level 1 A, EPA [email protected]
Castle Renovations, Inc.770-564-9500www.castlerenovations.comRay [email protected]
Castlehaven Construction770-855-9812www.castlehavenconstruction.comAlan Pollock, EPA [email protected]
Champion Design & Renovations, LLC770-367-7551www.cdandr.netBrian Champion, CR, EPA RRP, IICRC Certified WRT & [email protected]
Clark Interiors, Inc.404-231-1555www.clarkinteriors.netDan [email protected]
Connelly Building & Remodeling Co., Inc. 770-527-8659www.connellyremodel.comKeith Connelly, [email protected]
Construction Ahead770-234-0911www.constructionahead.netAustin Foster, [email protected]
Copper Sky Renovations404-931-7419www.copperskyrenovations.comJim [email protected]
Cornerstone Builders404-580-7443www.cornerstoneofatlanta.comDavid [email protected]
Craftworks Construction770-361-1242www.Craftworks-Construction.comBrett [email protected]
Creating Space, Inc.770-547-7488www.creating-space.netTodd [email protected]
Cruickshank Remodeling404-235-0988www.cruickshankremodeling.comBradley Cruickshank, [email protected]
CSI Kitchen & Bath Studio770-729-1999www.csikitchen&bath.comSteen Clausenmclausen@csikitchen&bath.com
David Construction Group LLC404-398-7004www.davidconstructiongroupllc.comBryan [email protected]
DBD Renovations, LLC770-565-7121www.dbdrenovations.comThomas Drew, [email protected]
Deck Builders USA770-587-3325www.deckbuildersusa.comStan [email protected]
Decks & More, Inc.770-235-6929www.decks&more.bizFrank PologrutoFrank1@decks&more.biz
Distinctive Remodeling Solutions, Inc.770-668-9393www.distinctiveremodeling.netMark D. Buelow, [email protected]
E-S-N Building & Remodeling, Inc.770-754-1110www.esnbuilding.comCharlie [email protected]
Exovations770-205-2995www.exovations.comDoug [email protected]
FireSign Design Build404-400-1993www.firesigndb.comKimberly [email protected]
Furin Construction, Inc.404-474-7293www.furinconstruction.comBrandt Furin, [email protected]
Gate City Construction, LLC770-842-8806gatecityconstruction.comEd Miller, BSBC [email protected]
Georgia Contractor Group770-549-5291www.GeorgiaContractorGroup.comRon Lester, CPHB, CGBP, DET, ICC GSWCC Level [email protected]
Glazer Design & Construction404-683-9848www.glazerconstruction.comRandy Glazer, [email protected]
Hall Construction & Real Estate Services, LLC678-283-7530www.HallDesignBuild.comBradley Hall, CR, GCP, EPA [email protected]
HammerSmith, Inc.404-377-1021www.hammersmith.netWarner McConaughey, [email protected]
Handcrafted Homes, Inc.,770-642-1010www.handcraftedhomes-inc.comJudy Mozen, CR, [email protected]
Harbour Towne Construction, Inc.770-455-1930www.harbourtowne.netTom Dwyer, [email protected]
Harry’s Home Renovations770-231-6896www.harryshomerenovations.comHarry [email protected]
Hodge Design & Remodeling, Inc.706-769-1600www.hodgedr.comLarry Hodge, [email protected]
Home Forge Remodeling, LLC404-371-0102www.homeforgeremodeling.comBruce [email protected]
Home Rebuilders, Inc.404-876-3000www.homerebuilders.comBill [email protected]
Hunter Reising Design Build, Inc.770-294-7380www.hunterreising.comEvan [email protected]
Infinite Home LLC770-519-6958www.infinitehomellc.comDavid [email protected]
J. Werho Construction Company770-477-8983www.jwerhoconstruction.comJeff Werho, CR, [email protected]
JD Kitchens Bath & More L.L.C.770-516-1602www.jdkitchens.comVicki D’[email protected]
John Rogers Renovations404-644-0115www.jrrenovations.comJohn Rogers, EPA [email protected]
Johnny Rhino Corp.877-99-RHINOwww.johnnyrhino.comDebra [email protected]
Kade Homes & Renovations404-433-2949www.kademade.comDaniel [email protected]
Kayler Construction Services, Inc.678-414-3043www.kaylerconstruction.comTom [email protected]
Keiffer J. Phillips - Patricia L. Brown, Inc.404-949-8115www.keifferphillips.comKeiffer [email protected]
Live Oak Construction Group, LLC404-512-9513www.liveoakgroupllc.comMatt [email protected]
Master Home Remodelers, Inc.404-867-3258www.MasterHomeRemodelers.comMark Galey, [email protected]
NARI Members – Alphabetical ListingLicensed contractors include residential and general contractors fulfilling the requirements of the State Licensing Board for those engaged in construction contracting. Anyone wishing to verify the licensing status of a NARI Member can do so through the State of Georgia Contractor Licensing Board at sos.georgia.gov/plb/contractors.
LEGEND: CLC – Certified Lead Carpenter CR – Certified Remodeler CRA – Certified Remodeler Associate CRPM – Certified Remodeling Project Manager CRS – Certified Remodeler Specialist GCP – Green Certified Professional MCR – Master Certified Remodeler UDCP – Universal Design Certified Professional CKBR – Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler. BLUE TEXT - NARI Certified Members BLUE BOXES - Premium NARI Member
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MGM Custom Homes & Remodeling LLC678-493-0024www.mgmcustomhomes.comCarl McCain, EPA RRP, OSHA BS 18001, GSWCC Level [email protected]
Modify ATL678-431-7539www.modifyatl.comJack [email protected]
Moon Brothers, Inc.404-377-6006www.moonbros.comAmanda O’[email protected]
Mosaic Group Architects & Remodelers770-670-6022www.mosaicgroupatlanta.comWilliam Fadul, CR, [email protected]
Nehemiah Exteriors678-990-6921www.nehemiah.comJohn [email protected]
Neighbors Home Remodeling678-525-5996www.neighborshome.comWalter Lewis, CR, [email protected]
New Castle Building Group Inc.678-982-4173www.newcastlega.comJason [email protected]
New Paradigm Builders770-480-2399www.newparadigmbuilders.comPedro Paulete, GMB, [email protected]
Northside Construction Services, Inc.678-349-2219www.northsideconstructionservices.comBob Swisher, [email protected]
Phoenix Renovations404-812-9349www.phoenixrenovations.netLee [email protected]
Pine Hill Remodeling404-918-7606www.pinehillremodeling.comAaron [email protected]
Pinnacle Custom Builders, Inc.404-373-2345www.pinnacle-custom-builders.comRobert J. Soens, Jr., BPI, LEED Certified, Earthcraft, GaPower [email protected]
Portis Building & Interiors, Inc.770-455-4319www.portisbuilding.comSam [email protected]
Professional Home Improvement, Inc.770-256-1618www.phicompanies.comDennis Delashmit, [email protected]
Property Action, LLC404-428-9724www.facebook.com/propertyactionATLRussell Moolman, EPA [email protected]
Quality Craftsmen, LLC404-483-7446www.quality-craftsmen.comZett [email protected]
R. Christy Inc404-925-4259Ron [email protected]
R.L. Hayes, Inc.770-667-1518www.rlhayesinc.comRoyce Hayes, CGR, [email protected]
Raymac Remodeling678-341-9744www.raymacremodeling.comDavid McDonald, [email protected]
ReInnovations404-667-6291www.reinnovations.comShane [email protected]
Red Level Renovations, LLC404 228-2590www.red-level.comDan Hanlon, Earthcraft, EPA [email protected]
Renewal Design Build404-378-6962www.renewaldesignbuild.comPeter [email protected]
Revival Construction, Inc.404-888-9886www.revivalconstruction.comWright Marshall, [email protected]
Rexi Contracting, LLC404-597-7416www.rexillc.comMichael Rothman, CR, [email protected]
Scott Reid Associates, Inc.770-449-6191www.scottreidassociates.comScott Reid, [email protected]
Shay Bliss Renovations678-935-0135www.shayblissrenovations.comShay [email protected]
Sims Remodeling Co.770-953-5959www.simsremodeling.comTim Pratt, [email protected]
Small Carpenters at Large, Inc.404-688-7665www.smallcarpenters.comDanny Feig-Sandoval, [email protected]
Southland Development Serviceswww.southlanddevelopmentservices.comEric Koehler, EPA RRP, GSWCC Level [email protected]
Specialty Builders Remodeling, LLC770-496-0635www.specialty-builders.netRichard Hoffman, CR, CAPS, [email protected]
Sterling Works404-992-4030www.sterlingworks.netPhilip [email protected]
Struby Construction LLC404-373-3900www.strubyconstruction.comNeil [email protected]
Structures Inc.770-403-6300www.myStructures.comDavid Moore, CKBR, IICRC WRT, MRT and [email protected]
Summers & Sons770-934-2700www.summers-sons.comFred W. Summers, CR, CGR, CGB, [email protected]
The Counterpoint Group, Inc.678-445-9339www.counterpointgroup.comMarc [email protected]
The Marcus Corporation770-446-1080www.themarcuscorp.comJanis Hoge [email protected]
Tom Williams Residential, Inc.404-255-5224www.tomwilliamsresidential.comTom [email protected]
Totally Dependable Contracting Services, LLC770-509-7498www.totallydependable.comDonald Hagemeister, [email protected]
Wallace H. Clark, Inc.770-795-1280Wallace Clark, [email protected]
Warden Contracting Company, Inc.404-558-3749www.WardenContracting.comDarren P. [email protected]
Weidmann & Associates, Inc.770-552-8396www.weidmannremodeling.comDaniel J. Weidmann, CAPS, [email protected]
Wood Logic, Inc.404-577-2271John R. Rick, [email protected]
APPLIANCESBuilder Specialties, Inc. 770-255-1400www.builderspecialties.net
Guy T Gunter & Associates404-874-7529www.guytgunter.com
Howard Payne Co., Inc.770-451-0136www.howardpayne.com
PIRCH404-341-7555 www.Pirch.com
Sewell Appliance Sales and Service Co., Inc.404-255-0640www.sewellappliance.com
Sub-Zero Group Southeast, Inc.404-661-5182www.westyegroupse.com
Viking Distributing East770-932-7282www.vikingrange.com
ARCHITECTuRAL DESIGNDesigns for Living by Robert Platt 404-226-1911
Kauffman Design Services 678-772-9290www.kauffmandesign.com
Padgett Residential Design404-939-4523www.padgettresidential.com
SunDog Design Studio, LLC 404-625-9995www.sundogdesignstudio.com
ATToRNEyS/LEGAL SERVICESFreeman, Mathis, & Gary770-818-0000www.fmglaw.com
LegalShield404-277-6791www.alistairedwards.net
CABINETRyBell Kitchen & Bath Studios, Inc.770-751-7861www.bellkb.com
DCD Kitchen & Bath770-447-6363www.dcdcabinets.com
Dove Studio 404-405-5219www.dovestudio.com
Founders Kitchen and Bath, Inc. 770-569-4499www.fkbga.com
Insidesign, Inc. 770-673-0721www.myinsidesign.com
LifeDesign Home678-695-7080www.lifedesignhome.com
Mast Custom Cabinets LLC770-616-4423www.mastcustomcabinets.com
Renovation Center 470-592-1089www.renovationcenter.com
Richelieu America Ltd. 770-543-8335www.richelieu.com
Schuon Kitchens & Baths, Inc. 770-643-9000www.schuonkitchens.com
Timberland Cabinets706-253-1026www.timberlandcabinets.net
TrueSource Home Specialties 770-956-8899www.TrueSourceHome.com
uS Cabinet Depot770-767-3800www.uscabinetdepot.com
Wellborn Cabinet256-354-7151www.wellborn.com
CLoSET SySTEMSArtisan Custom Closets - T & R Fixtures LLC 770-790-5368www.artisancustomclosets.com
LifeDesign Home678-695-7080www.lifedesignhome.com
SpaceMakers of Atlanta, LLC 770-422-6464www.spacemakersclosets.com
CoNCRETE REPAIRB-Level, S.E. 770-516-4476www.B-Levelse.com
CoNSuLTANTSActionCoACH404-444-1836www.actioncoach.com/jefflovejoy
Iliad Financial Services 678-614-2205www.peckkehler.com
SK Collaborative, LLC404-480-4600www.skcollaborative.com
CouNTERToP/SoLID SuRFACES Affinity Stoneworks770-346-9888affinitystoneworks.com
Atlantis Granite and Marble 678-292-6600www.atlantisgm.com
Classic Stoneworks, Inc.770-865-8029www.cswatlanta.com
Construction Resources, Inc.404-378-3132 x1101www.constructionresourcesusa.com
Granite Transformations678-672-3911www.granitetransformations.com/atlanta
Renovation Center 470-592-1089www.renovationcenter.com
Stone Center Atlanta770 446-5155www.stonecenteratlanta.com
Stonecrafters uSA, Inc770-973-0344www.stonecraftersusa.com
Service/Supply MembersNARI Members – Alphabetical Listing Cont’d
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Top South, Inc.770-422-4009www.topsouth.com
UCI Kitchen & Bath 770-441-1681www.ucigranite.com
VTI of Georgia 712-369-3117vtindustries.com
CUSTom BarSClassic Bars, Inc.404-350-9806www.classicbars.net
DeCK/PorCh/PaTIoSarchadeck of Central Georgia478-745-2000www.central-georgia.archadeck.com
Fiberon LLC800-573-8841www.fiberondecking.com
rainaway Deck Drain Systems, Inc. 770-928-7246www.rainaway.com
Screens of Georgia404-624-0202www.screensofgeorgia.com
Southeastern Underdeck Systems, LLC678-765-7686southeasternunderdeck.com
The Trusted Toolbox 770-623-3097www.thetrustedtoolbox.com
Trex Company 678-409-2398www.trex.com
U.S. LUmBer GroUP, LLC770-614-4347www.uslumber.com
Weyerhaeuser Company 800-282-3370www.weyerhaeuser.com
DemoLITIon/SITe CLean UP/ haULInGarrow Waste770-441-3037www.arrowwaste.org
ashton enterprise404 551 7052www.ashtonenterpriseinc.com
atlas Disposal 678-762-1088www.atlas-disposal.com
DeSIGn/eSTImaTInGBridgette Boylan Interiors 770-477-5800www.boylaninteriors.com
Danneman Designs, LLC678-654-7202www.dannemandesigns.com
Designs for Living by robert Platt 404-226-1911
DoorS/WInDoWSamerican Choice Windows & Doors, LLC404-647-7956www.americanwindows.org
andersen / eagle Windows & Doors678-230-5157www.andersenwindows.com
architectural Visions, Inc.678-297-1111www.avimarvin.com
maxcraft Doors Inc.770-623-8819www.maxcraftdoors.com
north Georgia replacement Windows, Inc.770-888-1604www.ngwindows.com
Pella Southeast678-697-1880www.pellasoutheast.com
Stock Building Supply 678-439-3328www.stockbuildingsupply.com
Window Traditions of Georgia, LLC678-672-1963www.windowtraditions.com
DUmPSTerS/roLL-oFFarrow Waste 770-441-3037www.arrowwaste.org
atlas Disposal 678-762-1088www.atlas-disposal.com
Bin There Dump That Dumpsters404-692-2838www.atlantadumpsterrentals.net
eDUCaTIonGwinnett Technical College678-226-6649www.gwinnetttech.edu
SK Collaborative, LLC404-480-4600www.skcollaborative.com
Southface404-604-3638www.southface.org
eLeCTrICaLelliott electric678-404-2212www.elliottelectricservices.com
reliable heating and air770-594-9969www.reliableair.com
emPLoymenT SerVICeSexpress employment Professionals404-496-5211www.expresspros.com
enVIronmenTaL & rePUrPoSInGauthentic reclaimed Flooring800-283-6038www.authenticreclaimed.com
Kauffman Design Services 678-772-9290www.kauffmandesign.com
reclaim It atlanta404-274-2406www.reclaimitatlanta.com
Via Viridis Green Solutions, Inc.770-345-4000www.ViaViridis.com
exTerIorSaBC Supply Co. Inc. Smyrna 770-805-3580www.abcsupply.com
aBC Supply Co., Inc. macon 678-788-9610www.abcsupply.com
Dixie Plywood and Lumber Company 678-957-4500www.dixieply.com
PmC Building materials, LLC 770-427-9770www.pmcbmonline.com
Versatex Trim Boards 724-857-1111www.versatex.com
FInanCInGa+ Financial Services Inc678-720-9006www.apluscashnow.com
Fidelity Bank678-957-5875www.lionbank.com
GreenSky Credit678-681-9511www.greenskycredit.com
FLoorInGauthentic reclaimed Flooring800-283-6038www.authenticreclaimed.com
Carpet Direct404-414-0696www.carpetdirectga.com
Daltile404-355-0158www.daltile.com
Florida Tile770-769-1760www.floridatile.com
Glover’s Flooring america770-457-2557www.gloversfloors.net
Great american Floors770-399-9110Norcross & Atlanta Showroomswww.greatamericanfloors.com
moda Floors and Interiors404-477-3744www.modafloorsandinteriors.com
Speedheat US, LLC678-391-3244www.speedheat.us
Stair Solution, LLC770-813-9070www.StairSolution.com
Traditions in Tile and Stone678-746-1709www.traditionsintile.com
FoUnDaTIonSaquaGuard Foundation Solutions770-419-9111www.aquaguard.net
B-Level, S.e. 770-516-4476www.B-Levelse.com
everdry Waterproofing of north Georgia 678-741-2900www.everdryatlanta.com
Trotter Company770-458-0810www.trottercompany.com
GaraGe DoorSBuilder Specialties, Inc. 770-255-1400www.builderspecialties.net
overhead Door Company of atlanta404-872-3667www.ohdatl.com
Window Traditions of Georgia, LLC678-672-1963www.windowtraditions.com
GLaSS/mIrrorConstruction resources, Inc. 404-378-3132 x1101www.constructionresourcesusa.com
Drexler Shower Door Company 404-351-4141www.drexlershowerdoor.com
First Glass, Inc.678-425-2254www.theshowerdoorpeople.com
Glass Doctor of metro atlanta 770-925-2112www.glassdoctoratlanta.com
hanDyman SerVICeSFive Star Painting of atlanta678-585-6431www.fivestarpainting.com/georgia/atlanta-nw-ga
The Trusted Toolbox 770-623-3097www.thetrustedtoolbox.com
harDWare masterPiece Lighting404-897-9977 www.masterpiecelighting.com
richelieu america Ltd. 770-543-8335www.richelieu.com
home TheaTer/home aUTomaTIon & TeChnoLoGyatlanta audio & automation70-977-9110www.atlantaaudio.com
hVaCair Conditioning experts, Inc.404-266-5464www.404cooling.com
reliable heating and air770-594-9969www.reliableair.com
Shumate heating and air678-584-0880www.shumateheatingandair.com
InSULaTIonair Conditioning experts, Inc.404-266-5464www.404cooling.com
atlanta Insulation & Contracting Services, Inc.770-760-0797www.atlantainsulation.com
Shumate heating and air678-584-0880www.shumateheatingandair.com
InSUranCe/WarranTya+ Financial Services Inc 678-720-9006www.apluscashnow.com
Iliad Financial Services678-614-2205www.peckkehler.com
Sutter, mcLellan & Gilbreath, Inc.678-533-2206www.smginsurance.com
InTerIor DeSIGnerSBridgette Boylan Interiors 770-477-5800www.boylaninteriors.com
Spacemakers of atlanta, LLC 770-422-6464www.spacemakersclosets.com
SunDog Design Studio, LLC 404-625-9995www.sundogdesignstudio.com
KITChen & BaThapex Kitchen & Bath770-422-1700www.apexsupply.com
Bell Kitchen & Bath Studios, Inc. 770-751-7861www.bellkb.com
Dove Studio 404-405-5219www.dovestudio.com
european Kitchen & Bathworks770-936-0512www.eurokbw.com
Ferguson enterprises, Inc.770-442-1800www.ferguson.com
Founders Kitchen and Bath, Inc. 770-569-4499www.fkbga.com
hansgrohe678-822-7906www.hansgrohe.com
Kohler Company 404-276-4270www.kohler.com
LUxe Linear Drains, LLC877-398-8110www.lineardrains.com
mTI Baths, Inc.800-783-8827www.mtibaths.com
noland Company 770-458-2111www.noland.com
Pinnacle Sales Group404-210-3908www.pinnaclesalesgroup.com
Plumbing Distributors, Inc.770-963-9231www.pdiplumbing.com Schuon Kitchens & Baths, Inc. 770-643-9000www.schuonkitchens.com
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TrueSource Home Specialties770-956-8899www.TrueSourceHome.com
UCI Kitchen & Bath 770-441-1681www.ucigranite.com
LandSCape ConTraCTor/MaInTenanCeoutdoor Makeover, LLC404-587-5656www.outdoormakeover.net
Stovall & Company, Inc.678-835-1940www.stovallinc.com
LIgHTIngCirca Lighting, Inc.404.233.4131www.circalighting.com
Masterpiece Lighting404-897-9977www.masterpiecelighting.com
LUMBer & BUILdIng SUppLIeSaBC Supply Co. Inc. Smyrna770-805-3580www.abcsupply.com
aBC Supply Co., Inc. Macon 478-788-9610www.abcsupply.com
Carolina Lumber and Supply Co.404-969-1637www.carolinalumber.com
Compton Sales Inc.770-457-9048www.comptonsales.com
Cpg Building products678-662-2291www.timbertech.com
dixie plywood and Lumber Company 678-957-4500www.dixieply.com
pMC Building Materials, LLC 770-427-9770www.pmcbmonline.com
randall Brothers, Inc.404-892-6666www.randallbrothers.com
reclaim It atlanta404-274-2406www.reclaimitatlanta.com
Stock Building Supply 678-439-3328www.stockbuildingsupply.com
Trex Company 678-409-2398www.trex.com
UFp-Union City, LLC770-472-3000www.ufpi.com
U.S. Lumber group, LLC 770-614-4347www.uslumber.com
Via Viridis green Solutions, Inc.770-345-4000www.ViaViridis.com
Weyerhaeuser Company 800-282-3370www.weyerhaeuser.com
MarKeTIng SerVICeSBuilders Club rewards651-361-8834www.buildersclub.com
Cool dog Interactive, Inc.404-522-1062www.CoolDogInteractive.com
guildQuality Inc.404-961-6136www.guildquality.com
MaSonryBoral Building products404-775-1235www.boralbricks.com
MILLWorK and MoULdIngSartisan Custom Closets - T & r Fixtures LLC 770-790-5368www.artisancustomclosets.com
Insidesign, Inc. 770-673-0721www.myinsidesign.com
Versatex Trim Boards724-857-1111www.versatex.com
Vision Stairways & Millwork, LLC 678-701-5520www.visionstairwaysandmillwork.com
paInTIng/dryWaLLFive Star painting of atlanta678-585-6431www.fivestarpainting.com/georgia/atlanta-nw-ga
Five Star painting of Suwanee678-372-5612www.suwaneehousepainting.com
The paint doctor LLC404-524-8283www.atlantaspaintdoctor.com
The Sherwin-Williams Company404-985-5160www.sherwin-williams.com
pLUMBIngapex Kitchen & Bath770-422-1700www.apexsupply.com
Ferguson enterprises, Inc.770-442-1800www.ferguson.com
Hansgrohe678-822-7906hansgrohe.com
Kohler Company 404-276-4270www.kohler.com
LUXe Linear drains, LLC 877-398-8110www.lineardrains.com
MTI Baths, Inc.800-783-8827www.mtibaths.com
noland Company 770-458-2111www.noland.com
pIrCH404-341-7555 www.Pirch.com
pinnacle Sales group404-210-3908www.pinnaclesalesgroup.com
plumbing distributors, Inc.770-963-9231www.pdiplumbing.com
ridgeway Mechanical770-354-4594www.ridgewayplumbingatlanta. com
pooLS/SpaSpremier pools and Spas atlanta678.885.7245www.ppas.com
proMoTIonaL prodUCTSpromozation, LLC 404-565-0096www.promozation.com
pUBLICaTIonSatlanta Home Improvement Magazine404-303-9333www.homeimprovementmag.com
atlanta Magazine404-527-5500www.atlantamagazine.com
design Build Magazine706-474-4320www.designbuildmagazine.net
Modern Luxury404-443-6191www.modernluxury.com
reSToraTIonpaul davis restoration & remodeling770-985-1727www.restore-remodel.comWilson [email protected]
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The Revival of The RanchIt’s Time to Take Another Look at These One-Level WondersBy Amy Meadows
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It’s said that everything old is new again.
And nowhere is that more apparent than
in the metro Atlanta real estate market,
where ranch-style homes have enjoyed
an impressive resurgence in recent years.
These long, low, one-level residences,
made popular from the 1940s to the 1970s
as part of a post-war economic boom and
nationwide suburban expansion, popped
up everywhere for decades. However, they
lost their luster in the ensuing years when
two-story homes and mini-mansions took
over the landscape. But they’re making a
comeback now, with homeowners of all
ages considering them once again. With
so many attractive features, you also may
want to take a second look at this uniquely
American dwelling.
The Metro Area MarketThe ranch, which is also referred to as a
“rambler” in various parts of the country,
was once the epitome of modern living.
With a simple and straightforward design
inspired by the working ranches of the
American Southwest and the designs
of famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright,
the ranch-style home is known for its
distinctive—and somewhat minimalistic—
characteristics: a single-story structure, a
low hip roof, a sprawling footprint, a brick
exterior, an attached garage and a fairly
open interior floor plan, among others.
For years, entire suburban communities
were filled with these rather humble
homes—many of them right here in metro
Atlanta. Over time, a number of those ranch
homes disappeared, having been purchased
and torn down to make way for larger two-
and three-story residences. Though many ranch homes have low ceilings, they can be MODERNIZED by vaulting the ceilings during a renovation.
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However, quite a few have remained. According to Randy
Glazer of Glazer Design & Construction, pockets of older
ranch-style homes can be found throughout the metro area
in locations like Sandy Springs, Dunwoody, Brookhaven,
Buckhead and Virginia-Highland. William Bartlett of Home
ReBuilders Design + Build adds Inman Park, Midtown
and Ansley Park to that list. “Ranch homes [show up] in
almost every older neighborhood, either as original builds
or as infill homes,” he says. These homes offer the perfect
opportunity for a renovation project. “They typically have
good bones and structure, so we can do anything,” Bartlett
notes.
A brand new ranch home, on the other hand, is more
elusive. “Unless you are specifically looking in an active
adult community, it can be challenging to find a newer
ranch home in today’s market,” says Roger W. Webb of
Drake Realty of GA, Inc. Those who want a new ranch
home are choosing to custom build to meet their specific
criteria. “Going this route, you have to find a lot or piece
of land and make sure the ranch plan you want to build is
allowed in that particular community,” he continues. “Most
communities have HOA restrictions on the size of the home,
etc. But I am seeing more ranch homes becoming available
in the North Georgia market—areas of Woodstock, Canton
and Cumming.”
The Ranch Home LifestyleIn the last several years, people have started to realize
once again the benefits of one-level living in a classic ranch
home. Many of the basic features that may seem dated or
reminiscent of the 1970s actually translate seamlessly into
today’s more contemporary style.
“Open floor plans [can] add to a ranch home’s spacious,
open-air feel,” Webb observes. Most older ranch homes,
which traditionally were built in a U-, V- or L-configuration,
feature a potentially large area in the center of the home.
That space is what many homeowners want today, not only
for everyday living, but also for entertaining purposes. The
classic ranch often includes glass doors that open up to a
patio or deck, creating an opportunity for outdoor living.
And complementing the sliding glass doors is usually a
number of large windows, which provide plenty of natural
light.
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While ranch homes are
known for being one-level,
some do include basements,
which add to the overall
square footage available.
Webb explains that this
space can be used for storage
or expanded living space.
“Finding a ranch with a
basement gives a buyer the
ability to have extra room
below and allows for a kids’
playroom, a media room or
even additional bedrooms,”
he says. “Finishing a
basement can double your
square footage and give a
family more than enough
room.”
Upstairs, according to Glazer,
the bedrooms themselves can
be quite large, although
Many ranch homes include sliding doors/french doors that open to a deck/patio—this is a great opportunity to expand your living space to the outdoors.
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they tend to have fairly low ceilings (usually
around nine feet tall). This can be changed
by vaulting the ceilings during a renovation.
An additional challenge is the size of the
bathrooms. In a world of huge, spa-like
bathroom retreats, a ranch home doesn’t
always measure up. “Ranch homes usually
have very small bathrooms. A master bath
can be as small as eight foot by eight foot,”
Glazer reveals. This is also when renovating
becomes a very appealing option. “We end up
adding on to the backside or the side of the
house, and many times we’re adding either a
master suite or a new master bath,” he says.
For those who plan to renovate, it’s important
to look at the home’s existing features—some
of which are actually coveted today. “Older
ranch homes may have added appeal due
to brick exteriors, brick fireplaces, hardwood
floors and even some original interior brick
work,” Webb says.
Clearly, there are both pros and cons to the
traditional ranch-style layout. However, there
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Baby Boomers“Ranches are easier [for everyday living]
because they have no stairs,” notes
Michelle Ballard of Solid Source Realty GA.
For those who are getting older, have had
surgery or have to deal with bad joints,
the lack of staircases is a welcome feature.
Baby boomers and retirees in particular
enjoy the prospect of one-level living.
“Having that master on the main level
is a big plus for aging in place,” Bartlett
observes.
What’s more, while ranch homes have a
large footprint, they are generally smaller
in size. “Baby boomers are at an age where
they are selling their larger homes and
downsizing to smaller homes,” Ballard
explains. “And most want ranches because
they want to be able to stay in their home
forever.”
Young FamiliesAlso enjoying the lack of stairs are families
with young children, who don’t have to
worry about their toddlers taking a scary
spill down the steps. When everyone is
on one � oor, it’s easier to keep track of little ones. Of course,
it may seem that everyone will be on top of each other with
only one level of living space. On the contrary, Webb observes
that the traditional ranch layout is great for growing families.
“Sprawling ranch layouts that have rooms located down long
hallways can be much quieter than two-story homes,” he says.
“This is especially true when today’s two-story homes include
open foyers or great rooms with two-story cathedral ceilings.”
Furthermore, wide ranch homes tend to be found on wide,
spacious lots—which can be dif� cult to come by in metro
Atlanta these days. “Children really enjoy the larger lots,”
Bartlett says.
First-Time Homebuyers“You should consider a ranch home for your � rst home
purchase or your last home purchase,” Ballard states. Strictly
from an investment standpoint, a ranch home is an ideal
option for a � rst-time homeowner. “Many ranch homes offer
a lot of space for the money,” Webb says. “It’s a great choice
because the cost of living in a ranch home is much cheaper
than a two-story property. Overall expenses will be cheaper.”
For example, the cost of heating and cooling one level is
much less expensive than that of a two-story home. As
Bartlett concludes, “The ranch is a great place to start. Buy
it and adapt it to your needs over time, and you will have a
great investment.”
The Choice Is YoursOf course, you can always turn a ranch home into a two-
story dwelling should you choose to undertake a major
remodel. If this is your decision, Glazer recommends
ensuring that the foundation is strong and stable enough
to handle your vertical renovation plans. But if you take
a good look at what you have, you may want to stick with
the simple, no-frills layout of a ranch-style home. With the
ability to extend off of the main level and add any bells
and whistles you like to the interior décor, you can make
this once outdated style something truly modern and
spectacular. The choice is yours.
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Home ReBuilders Design + Build | HomereBuilders.com John Rogers Renovations | JRRenovations.comSolid Source Realty, GA | SolidSourceRealty.com
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