Design Build Remodeling
Nothing we add looks added.
Oak Alley designs and builds additions and renovations for homes around Birmingham, and works to make every change blend into the architecture that is already there.
“What separates us from other home remodelers is our ability to blend changes seamlessly into the existing architecture.”Mike McKay, Owner and Chief Designer
Vision for Oak Alley
With honest communication, fair pricing, and authentic timeframes, Oak Alley provides peace of mind while we turn your house into a home. Our process is designed to maximize the impact of each dollar you invest in your home to enhance your life.
Featured projects
Recent work around Birmingham
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Mountain Brook
Mountain Brook Whole House Renovation
Hardwoods, countertops, tile, showers, electrical, cabinets, decking, windows, doors, and appliances were all renovated when Oak Alley helped this family build upward instead of outward.
Talk about a project like thisAlso in the portfolio
- Trussville Whole House
- Highland Lakes Two Story Addition
- Mountain Brook Historic Farmhouse
- Weatherly Makeover
- Chelsea Kitchen Plus Addition
- Mountain Brook Whole House and Addition
- Logan Martin Lakehouse Expansion
- Mountain Brook Historic Preservation
- Trussville Automotive and Hobby Studios
- Highland Lakes Master Suite and Basement
- Mountain Brook Second Floor and Decks
Services
We provide manageable solutions to complex projects using proven processes.
Design Build
Your project moves from ideas and dreams, through design concepts, rendered images, construction, and clean up, with the same team carrying it the whole way. We start by listening to your ideas, wants, needs, and budget, so you are certain the project is achievable.
We produce construction drawings, so everyone involved thoroughly understands the plan.
3D Renderings
Taking initial measurements and using 360-degree photography, we build a digital map of your existing structure, then produce three dimensional renderings of the design possibilities.
Our 3-D models include colors, floors, counters, textures, and products. Once the renderings are approved, they are used to directly create working construction plans.
Whole House Renovations
We have worked with homeowners on every part of a house, from improving the flow of space, to making space more luxurious, fun, or practical, to modifying whole homes for aging in place.
We have redesigned existing rooms for functionality, added new wings for entertaining, and added new levels for growing families.
Custom Additions
Owner bedroom suites, multi-generational suites, attic or second-floor additions, porches or multi-level decks, detached garages, sunrooms, pool houses, outdoor kitchens, finished basements, and even a ballroom.
Redesigned rooflines, modified entrances, added levels and expanded footprints are all part of the work. Each project is built to blend in as if it is part of the original home.
Lifestyle Upgrades
A new baby on the way, a teenager who wants somewhere to hang out, a mother-in-law who should not live alone anymore, or empty nesters ready to add some luxury. Suite additions, new living and entertainment spaces, and accessible modifications all start the same way, with a conversation about how you actually live.
We are Certified Graduate Remodelers and Certified Aging-in-place Specialists.
How an Oak Alley remodel goes
Every home is a distinctive project needing its own solution. The way we get there is the same every time, so you always know what has happened and what is next.
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We walk the property with you
An initial meeting where we review the property and listen to your ideas. We brainstorm and offer ideas of our own to help you understand what is possible, practical, and permissible.
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We measure and draw
With a design agreement in place, we measure the structure, recreate it in our design software, develop potential layouts, and create renderings to show you.
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We settle the layout together
We present the renderings and decide on a layout. If we need to go back to the drawing board to tweak a few things, we don’t charge extra. We only want to build a project you are happy to have built.
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Trade partners walk it, then we price it
We meet our trade partners on site and walk the property discussing each aspect of the project from each trade’s point of view. When their pricing comes in, we give you a firm, fixed price in the final contract.
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Permits, then a pre-construction conference
Once the contract is signed, permits are applied for and we meet again. The Oak Alley Operations Manager outlines project management details, sets the weekly client meeting time, and answers any remaining questions.
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A written report, every week
Each week you meet with the Operations Manager and receive a written report of the previous week’s activities and conversations. The project is reviewed and any new questions are recorded.
Awards
Judged by the people who do this work
Oak Alley is honored to have received dozens of local and regional design awards over the years, illustrating the range and quality of our work in the Home Remodeling Industry in Shelby County AL and Birmingham AL Metropolitan Communities.
2024Winner of Four Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards including First Place for “Universal Design” and “Basement Remodel”
2023Expertise.com Best Remodeling Contractors in Birmingham, AL
2022Winner of Alabama Remodeling Excellence Award for “Additions” (Family Home to Forever Home)
2021Winner of three Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards including awards for “Outdoor Living” and “Bathrooms”
2020Winner of Alabama Remodeling Excellence Award for “Historic Preservation”
2019Winner of three Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards, and the American Society of Interior Design Alabama Design Excellence Award for Renovation
2018Winner of three Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards, and the American Society of Interior Design Alabama Design Excellence Award for Renovation
2016Winner of Alabama Remodeling Excellence Award, First Place for Additions
2015Winner of Alabama Remodeling Excellence Award for “Basement Remodel”
2014Winner of Three Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards
2011Winner of Alabama Remodeling Excellence Award for “Space Renovation”
2010Winner of two Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards, including First Place “Historic Preservation”. Winner of two American Society of Interior Design Alabama Design Excellence Awards for Historic/Renovation and Single Space
2009Winner of seven Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards, including First Place “Residential Specialty Project”. Winner of two American Society of Interior Design Alabama Design Excellence Awards including First Place Kitchen
2008Winner of two Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards. Winner of American Society of Interior Design Alabama Design Excellence Award for Bathroom
2007Winner of two Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards, including Reserved Grand Champion for “Best in Show”
2006Winner of two Alabama Remodeling Excellence Awards including First Place for “Residential Specialty Projects”
2005Homebuilders Association of Alabama Remodeler of the Year
2003Birmingham Association of Homebuilders Remodeler of the Year
Hear from our clients
I can’t praise Oak Alley enough! We had a good feeling about Mike from our very first meeting and were more and more impressed as the process continued. He is professional, knowledgeable, patient and talented. He and his team listened and made excellent suggestions that we’d never even considered. The end result is better than anything we’d hoped for, or even imagined! Having worked with other design and construction companies in Birmingham, I can without a doubt say that Oak Alley is the absolute BEST!
Mike and Vicky are the type people you want to do business with. Integrity, hard work, and quality results are the standards they set for every interaction. If you want to have a remodeler listen to you and help your vision be realized, give them a call. Within minutes of speaking with either one of them you’ll be convinced of the high character people you’ve just met.
There is no better company to use than Oak Alley! They listen to what you need done and get the work finished in a timely manner. Their work is top grade professional. They have won awards for their outstanding work and their reputation can’t be beat. Details are their highlight!
Oak Alley excels in working with clients to find the best solution for their home remodel. Patient and never rushed, they take the time to make sure you’re comfortable with the plan and the work. Highly recommended!
The people you work with
Mike McKay
Owner and Chief Designer
Mike has long recognized the need for smart, cutting-edge space renovation that is both personal and retains the warmth of home. He has chaired the executive committee of Birmingham’s award-winning Master Builder/Master Remodeler program, chaired the board of the GBAHB Remodelers, and chaired the committee creating the Alabama Remodeling Excellence Award program.
Vicky
The office half of Oak Alley
Vicky grew up in Baton Rouge, graduated from Louisiana State University, and moved to the Birmingham area after college. She joined Mike in the business in August of 1994, and she enjoys developing relationships with Oak Alley clients, always greeting them with a professional and helpful attitude with every call.
Tell us about your house.
The bulk of our projects are in the South Jefferson and North Shelby County area of Alabama. We also work around the Logan Martin and Lay Lake areas. If you are somewhere else in Greater Birmingham and feel we are the builder for you, we are always willing to take a reasonable step outside our usual footprint and visit a potential project.