Company Owners

David Michelson, President

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Boston native David Michelson joined the Renewal team as partner and operations director. Like his brother Peter, he grew up working in the family construction business established by their great grandfather in 1896.

A graduate of Syracuse University, he has managed construction projects from coast to coast: Baltimore, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, Palm Springs, Boston, Bar Harbor, and Ft. Lauderdale. His experience includes restoring original millwork, stone exteriors and roof slates on historic buildings, and updating interiors for 21st century uses.

Now settled in the Atlanta area with his family, David is pleased to put his 20 years of project management and executive-level experience to work for Renewal’s clients.

Peter Michelson, CEO

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Peter Michelson is a fourth generation construction professional who grew up helping out with the family business in the Boston area.

After graduating from the University of Michigan with a BA in History, Peter spent time working in San Francisco for several firms on a variety of construction projects, ranging from high rises to historic restorations to remodeling projects. Next came extensive travel in Asia and teaching English in Taiwan. Peter returned to the U.S. to earn a Masters degree in education and became a teacher at the Waldorf School of Atlanta.

In 2001, Peter “retired” from teaching and rolled his family background, education, and work experience into a new endeavor, Renewal Design-Build.

Peter is a recipient of the DeKalb County CEO Community HERO award for his work on Park Renewal Day.Watch the video from the ceremony.

Listen to Peter talk to Newstalk 1160′s Jeff Davis about design-build, aging-in-place, hiring a remodeler, and more.

Project Development Team

Michael Nualla, Project Designer

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Michael Nualla brings more than 15 years of residential design experience to Renewal. After moving to Atlanta 20 years ago and graduating from Georgia Tech’s College of Architecture, Michael began his career as a carpenter, working on custom homes and even studying the art of Japanese carpentry.

Since then, he has worked for several firms in the Atlanta area, designing historic renovations, new construction, and energy-efficient homes in neighborhoods like Decatur, Morningside, Candler Park, Druid Hills, and Ansley Park.

Michael has renovated and lived in his own 1927 Kirkwood bungalow for the last nine years. In his free time, he enjoys urban farming – digging up his yard and planting vegetables and herbs.

Brent Potter, Project Designer

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Born and raised in Lansing, Michigan, Brent moved to Atlanta in 2000 to work as a draftsperson at an architecture firm in Marietta. He married Michelle, a Decatur resident, and they decided to stay here “for the great sense of community – and where else could we find so many bike trails and parks for our dog?”

Brent has an associates degree in Architecture from Lansing Community College and a BS in Social Work with a minor in Gerontology Studies from Georgia State University. While in college, he worked as an apprentice for a kitchen and furniture designer and custom home builder.

Before joining Renewal 5 years ago, Brent owned a design-build business in Decatur, specializing in carpentry work and small remodeling projects. Making the transition to Renewal was easy. “I enjoy belonging to a team who works together to make the environment better for others,” he says. “I feel like I’m part of an extended family that does things well and takes pride in their work.”

Brent designed this kitchen that won a Professional Remodeler Magazine’ Best of the Best Design Award.

Courtney Rogers, Project Designer

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Courtney grew up in Alpharetta and studied Interior Design at the University of Georgia, where she also served as president of the Student Interior Design Association. Since moving back to Atlanta, Courtney has been working directly with homeowners to turn their dreams into reality through thoughtful space planning and product selections.

Courtney has designed residential kitchens and bathrooms throughout the Metro area and recently won a 2011 Calla Award for Best Small Bathroom through the National Kitchen and Bath Association.

In her spare time, Courtney loves cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs, playing kickball, traveling, and most importantly, spending time with family and friends.

Samantha Beaumont, Project Designer

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Samantha drew her first house plan at just 10 years old. Now, with over 17 years of residential design experience, she joins the Renewal team for its “holistic approach to design and construction.”

A true southerner, Samantha was raised in LaGrange, Georgia. After graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from Auburn University and spending some time abroad, she moved to Atlanta. After working for several architecture firms, Samantha started her own design-build company and residential design studio, focusing primarily on Atlanta’s older Intown homes. She recently won a Chrysalis Award for a kitchen renovation and has had a project featured on the Decatur Tour of Homes.

Samantha lives in Decatur and can’t imagine living anywhere else. She enjoys reading and discovering old movies and new music.

Heather Shuster, Project Development Director

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Over the last 10 years, Heather has owned and renovated five homes, circa 1905 to 1962, ranging in style from Queen Anne to Craftsman bungalow to postwar cottage to long-and-low ranch. Her love and knowledge of homes is obvious – she enjoys visiting the homes of Renewal clients to discover hidden charms and opportunities for improvement.

Heather also enjoys working with homeowners throughout the consulting and design process. She has a design and management background and specializes in spatial planning, layouts and project development. Heather says, “It’s a real treat working with the Renewal team. The talent of our designers and project managers is so evident on every job. It’s a privilege to be surrounded by such a creative group.”

Before joining Renewal in 2008, Heather’s career included managing a custom workroom, merchandising and store planning, and interior design for residential and commercial clients. She earned a MA in Art History and a BA in Art History and English Literature from the University of Georgia. Her current project is a pristine ranch that she shares with her husband, daughter and many pets.

Heather has been featured on TBS’s Movie and a Makeover. She is especially proud of her design work on this kosher kitchen .

Listen to Heather on Newstalk 1160′s Women on the Move! Heather talks to host Jennifer Green about consulting homeowners and  provides listeners with important remodeling tips.

Click to listen to Part 1 of the Women on the Move interview.

Women on the Move Part 2.

Ken Carter, Estimator

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A true Georgia native, Ken was born in Augusta and raised in the Atlanta area. After attending high school in DeKalb County, he studied Mechanical Engineering Technology at Southern Polytechnic State University.

Before joining Renewal, Ken spent 12 years in commercial construction, estimating and managing renovation and new construction projects. He also managed building and landscaping programs for a full-service commercial real estate company for 10 years.

Ken holds an unrestricted mechanical contractors license with the State of Georgia. A proponent of environmentally-sound practices in construction and design, he has been active in following the LEED program (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and the developments of the U.S. Green Building Council.

Ken and his wife of 24 years, Michelle, have three daughters. When he’s not on the sidelines of a soccer field cheering on his daughters, he enjoys mountain biking, hiking, camping, and fishing.

Angela Ice, Project Development Assistant

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Angela grew up in sunny south Florida and attended Florida State University, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Residential Sciences and a Certification in Property Management. After graduation, she attended the Boston Architectural College to pursue a Masters of Interior Design and fulfill her dream of working in the design industry. She recently re-located to Atlanta to be closer to her Florida roots.

Angela has worked in various aspects of the design industry, including: property management, project management, furniture and textile sales, and residential and commercial Interior Design. Angela joined Renewal, because she loved the collaborative team atmosphere and exceptional designs. “I am very excited to be working with such talented and varied individuals.”

In her free time, Angela enjoys volleyball, college sports, Zumba, traveling, and boating.

Production Team

John Carpentier, Project Manager

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John has worked full time in the residential construction business since 1986. Before joining Renewal, he managed construction projects in the Buckhead area for 12 years.

An artist with a BFA from the University of New Mexico and an MFA from the University of California, John moved from Los Angeles to Atlanta in 1990 and has lived in Decatur since 1993.

Construction and carpentry run in John’s family. His brother is a carpenter in St. Louis, his father was a contractor, and his great-grandfather was a master carpenter from Switzerland. As for John, “I’ve worked hands-on in all phases of home building and renovating, from the foundation to the final finishes.”

See what a satisfied client has to say about working with John.

Anthony Hamilton, Jobsite Ambassador

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Anthony is part of a large extended family with deep roots in the Decatur/DeKalb community. His grandmother moved from rural Georgia to Decatur in the 1970s, and Anthony spent his early years at her home on E. Benson Street.

While attending Avondale High School, Anthony began to work with family and friends in the construction industry. He has worked in various areas of the construction field for more than 10 years and is happy to have found a niche at Renewal. He lives with his wife and two young sons and enjoys coaching football and soccer for the local recreation center.

Tony Miller, Project Manager

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Tony has comprehensive knowledge and expertise in all areas of home construction and residential remodeling. On the Renewal team, Tony’s responsibilities include overseeing all aspects of projects using planning, monitoring and controlling processes.

A native of Kokomo, Indiana, Tony attributes his work ethic to his origins as a Midwestern farm boy waking at the crack of dawn to do chores before heading to school. He “grew up wearing a tool belt” working for his father’s residential remodeling company.

Tony moved to Atlanta in 1983 and has called DeKalb County home ever since. He managed new home construction projects in award-winning communities across the Atlanta metro area for more than a decade.

Tony and his wife, Robin, breed Kuvasz dogs and regularly show them at American Kennel Club (AKC) events. They have bred and/or owned several of the top-ranked Kuvasz dogs in the United States. See them on Tony’s website, rebelridgekuvasz.com.

Tony was the Project Manager on this award-winning kitchen.
See what a satisfied client has to say about working with Tony.

Support Team

Kelly Cheek, Marketing Manager

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Kelly has lived near Atlanta most of her life. She and her husband decided to move Intown to make the most of what Atlanta has to offer.

At the University of Georgia, Kelly earned a Bachelor’s in Advertising with a minor in Sociology. While in college, she gained experience in the marketing department of a major New York-based publication. She also assisted in designing advertisements for a local ad shop in the Atlanta area.

How did she end up at Renewal? “I was attracted to the company’s innovations in green building,” she says. “I was also impressed with the collaborative work environment here. Everyone consistently focuses on improving themselves and the work they do, and that’s something I admire.”

Shereen Shaw, Accounts Manager

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While attending Columbus State University in Columbus, Georgia, Shereen came to appreciate the people and the climate of the South. She ultimately decided to leave her native Manchester, New Hampshire and relocate to Atlanta for a change of pace.

Shereen holds a BS in Business Finance and an MBA with a certificate in Financial Analysis.

Her background in banking, bookkeeping, law and property management provides valuable insights into the best way to manage accounts for a growing design-build company. The New England connection is a happy coincidence.

Our Crews

Our work crews include full-time project managers, carpenters and carpenters’ helpers. We carefully screen the trusted, proven subcontracting resources that are an important part of our team.