Map out a design that fits your workflow and creates a natural movement between the sink, stove, and fridge.
We take full responsibility for your project, protecting your vision from the first sketch until the day you move back in.
Every design build is different, but these ranges and factors give you a starting point before you commit.
Focuses on maximizing the current footprint by removing partitions or updating the layout. This tier is for projects that don’t change the home’s exterior but completely change how the inside functions.
A “ground-up” build that adds new square footage to the property. This involves foundation work and structural tie-ins to the existing house, typically used for larger kitchens or primary suites.
$300k – $500k
The most complex scale of construction, where the roof is removed to add an entire new level. This effectively doubles the home’s living space and requires significant structural reinforcement of the main floor.
$500k – $850k+
All quotes include material pricing, contingencies, and requested options for total transparency with zero hidden fees.
Our step by step approach keeps the work moving and makes the whole project easier to live through.
Map out a design that fits your workflow and creates a natural movement between the sink, stove, and fridge.
Pick out the counters, tiles, and hardware that handle heavy daily use while matching the rest of your home.
Seal off the workspace with dust barriers and floor runners to keep the construction mess away from your living areas.
Update the gas, plumbing, and electrical systems to support modern appliances and ensure everything is built to code.
Check every drawer slide, cabinet hinge, and countertop seam during a final walkthrough to make sure the finish is perfect.
Realistic expectations for living through a renovation, handling surprises, and staying informed from kickoff to completion.
In the traditional model, you hire an architect and a builder separately. In Design Build, one team handles everything. This eliminates the “middleman” role for the homeowner and ensures the person designing the project is also responsible for meeting the budget and timeline.
Not necessarily. While upfront design fees can appear higher, the total project cost is often lower. Because the builder is involved during the design phase, you avoid “over-designing” something that exceeds your budget, which prevents costly late-stage changes or restarts.
Yes. While we provide in-house design, we frequently collaborate with external architects. In this scenario, we act as the “build” partner early in the process to provide real-time cost feedback while your architect focuses on the aesthetic vision.
Toronto’s permit process is notoriously complex. Our team manages all municipal applications, including Committee of Adjustment hearings for zoning variances. Because our designers and builders work together, we can adjust technical drawings quickly to satisfy city inspectors without stalling the project.
You have one dedicated project manager for the entire duration. Whether you have a question about a floor plan sketch or a plumbing rough-in, you only have one person to call. This “one hand to shake” approach keeps communication clear and accountable.
We perform “budget check-ins” at every stage of the design. Before a single wall is opened, we have a firm grasp on material costs and labor. This prevents the common industry issue where an architect’s beautiful design is impossible to build for the price they initially quoted.
Yes. Since the design and construction teams are under one roof, we can begin procurement and site preparation while the final details are being polished. Overlapping these phases can often shave weeks or even months off a major renovation or addition.
Changes are simpler because the designer is already on the team. We can quickly assess how a change affects the structure and the budget, update the plans, and get back to work without waiting for an outside architect to respond to an email.
As part of the design phase, we provide visual tools ranging from 2D floorplans to 3D architectural renderings. This allows you to walk through the space virtually and make decisions on lighting, flow, and finishes before construction begins.
While it is the standard for additions and custom homes, it is also highly effective for complex interior renovations. Any project that involves moving structural walls or relocating major plumbing benefits from the integrated oversight that a design-build team provides.
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