Atlanta Buckhead Midtown: Client Wants the House But Needs An Elevator

Atlanta Buckhead Midtown:
Client Wants the House But Needs An Elevator

When in Buckhead, Midtown and the Westside, one sees elevators in many places. Grand old elevators - such as in photo above - and grand new elevators.

Home installation for elevators is a different subject. Years ago, adding an elevator was a full remodel job. Installation was very complicated and  so many inspections were required. 

In answer to the Client's request, today I learned about alternatives to the old traditional chairlift installed on the wall of a staircase. Lots of reasons not to want the chairlift sparked some very creative and innovative ideas.

BEAM ME UP SCOTTIE!
     Well, that's what I thought...
Actually, it is a vacuum powered elevator with three different motor options.

Then there is STILTZ for a more conservative approach.
 The newest model can hold three people and accommodate a wheelchair.

The Lifestyle Lift -  designed in England and manufactured by Terry Lifts, offers yet another look. The amazing thing about these options is that they avoid the previous heavy construction requirements. The support system is based on wall rails to move the unit up and down.

So for now, I found several options to share with the Client. Let's hope that the house they want will offer the right fit to the Home Elevator!