Atlanta’s post-war neighborhoods feature many classic ranch-style homes. These properties offer large lots, sensible layouts, and excellent foundational potential. However, the original designs often feel outdated. For instance, they typically feature compartmentalized rooms, low ceiling heights, and closed-off kitchens.
A strategic Ranch Style Home Renovations Atlanta project is an excellent investment. It transforms these dependable structures into bright, modern, and open living spaces. Therefore, the key is knowing which original features need updating and which ones to enhance.
At Varilko Remodeling, we specialize in these structural and aesthetic transformations. We help unlock the full potential of single-story living.
1. Creating Open Concept Living (The Core Update)
The most sought-after upgrade in any Ranch Style Home Renovations Atlanta project is creating a cohesive, open flow. Homeowners want this open flow between the kitchen, dining, and living areas.
- The Structural Challenge: Ranch homes typically use load-bearing walls to support the long roofline. Consequently, removing these walls requires us to install engineered beams (like an LVL or steel beam) to safely support the structure.
- The Result: An open concept living ranch remodel promotes natural light flow. In addition, it improves traffic patterns and makes the home feel significantly larger and more modern.
- Varilko Tip: We ensure a seamless integration between the old kitchen floor and the new living room floor. Often, this requires a full new floor installation in the combined space.
2. Raising Ceiling Height and Vaulting
Many older ranches suffer from ceiling heights of 8 feet or less. As a result, rooms can feel claustrophobic.
- Raising Ceiling Height Ranch Home: If your home has a low-pitch roof and an unused attic space, we may be able to vault the ceilings in the main living areas. This process involves removing the flat ceiling joists. We then reinforce the roof structure with new collar ties or structural ridge beams.
- Visual Impact: Vaulted ceilings make a dramatic and highly valuable change. Furthermore, you can add exposed beams (structural or decorative) for a contemporary farmhouse or rustic modern aesthetic.
3. Boosting Curb Appeal (The Exterior Transformation)
The exterior of a ranch home—often simple brick or siding—can look flat and uninspired. A few key updates dramatically improve the modern ranch curb appeal ideas popular in Atlanta.
- Window Enlargement: We instantly update the façade by replacing small, original windows with large, dark-framed picture windows or modern sliders. This also floods the interior with light.
- Entryway Focus: Create a prominent, covered front entry. Alternatively, add a distinctive, modern front door (often wood or brightly colored).
- Siding Update: Update your exterior by painting dated brick (e.g., in a creamy white or deep gray). Also, replace vinyl siding with high-quality board-and-batten or wood accents to provide a fresh, contemporary look.
4. Converting the Garage and Expanding Space
Homeowners often view the garage as prime square footage for conversion. This is especially true in intown Atlanta where space is at a premium.
- Converting Garage to Living Space Atlanta: Converting the garage requires several steps. We must raise and insulate the floor slab. In addition, we fully integrate the HVAC, insulate all walls, and install code-compliant windows/doors. Crucially, the local jurisdiction must approve the change of use via permit.
- Adding a Second Story: For ranches on good lots, adding a second story over the main living area or garage is the ultimate way to drastically increase square footage. This is often done to create a luxury primary suite.
Ready to Transform Your Ranch Home?
The classic Atlanta ranch offers a blank slate for modern, efficient living. Varilko Remodeling specializes in the structural work required to execute these high-impact Ranch Style Home Renovations Atlanta projects flawlessly.
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