Successfully navigating a home renovation requires meticulous planning and proactive communication. This post highlights key considerations for homeowners, including establishing clear communication channels with contractors, prioritizing insurance coverage, implementing quality control measures, and diligently managing the project budget. By focusing on these areas, homeowners can increase the likelihood of a smooth and successful renovation project.

Budget constraints need not derail your dream home renovation. In this post we share personal experiences and tips on making tough choices during a home renovation to maximize savings without sacrificing essential upgrades. By focusing on must-haves and delaying non-essential features, we collaborated with our builder to kicking off the transformation of our home while staying within our budget.

Discover the rich history and iconic style of Southwest Atlanta's mid-century modern homes. From the attributes seen on split-level homes such as our renovation project, Cloud Cline, to the vibrant "rec rooms" that served as community hubs, these homes were more than just houses; they were symbols of the Civil Rights era. Explore the architectural features and cultural significance of MCM homes while uncovering the story behind this architectural gem.

The blog post chronicles a four-year odyssey of working with architects and designers on our home renovation and addition. We encounter issues like poor communication, impractical designs, and ballooning budgets. Through trial and error, we learn valuable lessons about project scope, communication, and the importance of finding an architect aligned with our vision. The post concludes with success, but emphasizes the financial and emotional investment required to find the right fit.

An unexpected discovery of shoddy plumbing led to a complete overhaul of the system, and more importantly, to meeting the love of their life. Through the process of hiring a plumber, I met my future spouse and together we are renovating the fixer-upper into a home filled with love and memories.

Atlanta's hot housing market is crawling with flippers, but beware of lipstick-on-a-pig rehabs! This DIY blog exposes red flags to watch for and shares the heartbreak (and cost!) of copper theft. Learn valuable lessons from the trenches of the Cloud Cline renovation to navigate your own Atlanta reno scene with confidence.

This blog post is a humorous look at the unexpected challenges ("turkeys") that can arise during a home renovation project. From wildlife encounters to hidden water damage and tiling and contractor issues, the author shares their experiences and the valuable lessons learned along the way. The post offers tips for navigating renovation chaos and emphasizes the importance of flexibility, resourcefulness, and humor.

Rich in history, art and greenspaces, Southwest Atlanta has much to offer when looking for a home. See how we prioritize needs, explore diverse areas, and embrace serendipity as we transform a once dilapidated house into a haven. Packed with local insights and renovation inspiration, this post is a roadmap to finding the perfect home.

Renovating an eyesore into our home, Cloud Cline.

After seven years of marriage, countless life hiccups, and a global pandemic to boot, we're finally moving forward with creating our dream home, Cloud Cline!

Welcoming you to the blog On Cloud Cline. Here will discuss renovating our house, the build process and all things home and garden.