While it was “tempting” to go with the first thought that came to our collective minds, the prognosis wasn’t good.  Land  space is tight, and the height from ground to door is just at four feet tall.  This means that a handicap ramp – to meet ADA guidelines – would have to be 48 feet long!  Fortunately, for this project, ADA guidelines are not required, but we must remember that these guidelines aren’t just made up either!

The worst part of the prognosis was that the ramp system was ugly – so ugly, in fact, that we didn’t even put it into the model.

By using the TEAM approach within the Design/Build system, this team was able to present the homeowner with two things: 1) the process by which the final result was found – giving peace of mind that there isn’t much left to guessing; and 2) a much better design that can REALLY fit their needs.

Now, would you believe it if you heard that their current deck system was professional designed some years ago, and the homeowners stated that they don’t like it? Mr. Homeowner stated that this deck hasn’t ever really worked for their needs afterall.

So when they were presented with this option, they were listening intently. This is not just another ugly ramp.  Because the owners were working with a professional team, they are being presented with an exterior living space that, as they so eloquently put it, “is cute.”  She continued, “I’ll buy that house!”

These homeowners chose a route that put the TEAM working for them.  They didn’t make the mistakes that many so often do.  This is a good place to refer you to the free report of the 10 Biggest Mistakes Homeowners Make while building or remodeling their home.

One final comment is that more pictures of this not so ugly ramp will be posted on our Design Build Solutions Facebook Page.  Check it out, become a fan – enjoy this process for yourself!

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