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Traditionally, second-story additions are intense and disrupting projects: for both the builder and the homeowners. The disruption alone could be enough to deter a family from proceeding with an addition, but that's AnotherStory's entire selling point: a second story without disruption.
What
are the benefits of adding a story?
Retain open space
Improve curb appeal
Larger home @ lower tax base
More natural light
Increased energy efficiency
Increased value
Why
would you choose AnotherStory?
No moving required
No short term renting
No disruption to commutes
Dustless renovation*
Privacy protected
Less risk to possessions
How
Patented Technology
We build your second story without breaching the first
While you live uninterrupted and dust-free until stair installation
Stairs are installed and cleanup occurs at the end of the process
- Day 1
Initial Phone Call
The first step in the process is to sign up for a free 15 minute “ask the expert” phone call. During this call we will get to know you and ask a series of questions to determine if your home is a good candidate based on several key factors.
- Week 1-4
Feasibility Study
We will get to know you and your family, the site and the goals you have for your home. This information helps us conceptualize the scope of work. From this, we will put together a high-level budget. This will allow you to fully understand the requirements and constraints moving forward. The Needs and options delivery includes the sketch and high level budget (a la carte components of your specific goals). This process is a paid service. The Needs and Options report is YOURS TO KEEP.
- Week 4-6
Programming
We work to understand what style of home best fits your personal preferences, neighborhood and the scale of the homes around you (context, vernacular, style, colors/materials).
- Week 6-10
Design Development
We will further refine the design of your second-story addition and amenities.
- Week 8-12
Bidding / Value Engineering
Receive estimates for construction from local construction teams. Meet with pre-vetted Contactor’s. Discuss cost and value.
- Week 12-18
Financing
Visit with your local mortgage brokers to see if a pre-appraised construction loan can work for you. Evaluate financing options and get preapproval.
- Week 18-22
Construction Documents / Permitting
Construction drawings in accordance with local covenants to ensure compliance with all codes.
- Week 22-42
Construction (Dustless)
Construction happens during business hours. No breach of first floor during this phase.
- Week 42-44
Stair Installation
Installation of stairway. This phase entails some dust entering the main floor, but cleaning crews are scheduled at your convenience.
- Week 45
Clean Up
Make your new space ready to wear.
Build Another Story without Moving
In the first three weeks of being able to be in the added square footage, we were able to easily welcome out of town friends with 3 kids... Our kids have been able to retreat to their own spaces upstairs when they need some time away and read books together without having to be in the higher traffic areas of our home. We could not be more grateful for what the added space has added to our days as a family.
Rachel Buie
Birmingham, AL
[This] team has more vision, imagination and problem solving ability than all five previous architects (combined) with whom we have done projects. Their design-build approach simplifies multiple meetings and miscommunications between a separate contractor and architect. The end result of our renovation is stunning.
Sheri Spain Long
Birmingham, AL
