Second-story addition process diagram

The Creative Process

What it's like to work with us

Timeline

Day 1

Initial phone call for home addition

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 for second story

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

Planning phase for second story

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 for home addition

Design Development

We will further refine the design of your second-story addition and amenities.

Week 8-12

Bidding and value engineering

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 for second-story addition

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

Permits for second-story construction

Construction Documents / Permitting

Construction drawings in accordance with local covenants to ensure compliance with all codes.

Week 22-42

Dustless construction process

Construction (Dustless)

Construction happens during business hours. No breach of first floor during this phase.

Week 42-44

Staircase installation

Stair Installation

Construction happens during business hours. No breach of first floor during this phase.

Week 45

Final cleanup after addition

Clean Up

Make your new space ready to wear.

Day 1

Initial phone call for home addition
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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 for second story
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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

Planning phase for second story
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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 for home addition
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Design Development

We will further refine the design of your second-story addition and amenities.

Week 8-12

Bidding and value engineering
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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 for second-story addition
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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

Permits for second-story construction
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Construction Documents / Permitting

Construction drawings in accordance with local covenants to ensure compliance with all codes.

Week 22-42

Dustless construction process
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Construction (Dustless)

Construction happens during business hours. No breach of first floor during this phase.

Week 42-44

Staircase installation
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Stair Installation

Construction happens during business hours. No breach of first floor during this phase.

Week 45

Final cleanup after addition
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Clean Up

Make your new space ready to wear.

Financing Options

We can help connect you with a number of different options to finance your dream.

- Financing options

- Pre-Approval

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We provide complete design services with a registered architect.

You sign a contract based on estimated construction costs.

We consult with local government to ensure compliance with all codes and setbacks and covenants.

Once we have all necessary approvals (permits, engineering, zoning, geotechnical, etc.) we begin construction on your project!

Location

Homewood

Birmingham, AL

USA

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