Our blog is moving...

Our blog is moving...but not far, just over to our new website!

We’re delighted to announce the launch of our new website which has been many months in the making. You can easily browse our projects, learn a little bit about how we do things, and  come away feeling inspired ready to take on your dream home. 

The new website is also optimised to work on mobiles and tablets to enable you to keep up to date on the move.  As always, feel free to interact with us via our social media outlets on Twitter @capoferrodesign, and Facebook /Capoferro Design Build.

On the new the blog, we’ll post regular updates and photos on our projects, news and press as well as other items of general architectural interest.  The blog is the best source to see what we are up to and we will share information on new and interesting products and design trends.

Putting together the new site has been a major undertaking.  We want to say thanks and give a big shout out to George, Kevin and the staff at nvision solutions for all the hard work and serious effort that went into it.   We hope that you enjoy discovering the new site and that you find it inspiring and easy to use. You can start by seeing our work in our Portfolio.

As always, we love your feedback so please share your thoughts in the comments and spread the word.
Thank you for visiting our new website, enjoy!

Meet Our New Architect

We are pleased to announce that our president, Francesco Di Sarra,  has successfully completed his registration requirements is now a licensed Architect with the Ontario Association of Architects.

Francesco studied at Carleton University where he received a Bachelor of Architecture degree with honours in 1996.  During that time he had the opportunity to study abroad in Rome which was one of the best experiences of his career.  He then found employment with various architectural firms where he acquired knowledge and experience in residential and commercial design, construction documentation, project development,  and municipal processes.

In 2002, he and his partner began their own design/build company which has grown into an award winning firm.  Francesco's commitment to design excellence and his leadership drive our successful innovative designs and cost effective project management. 10 years and numerous projects later, Capoferro Design Build Group is  successful firm with a staff of 12 and growing.

Francesco has received numerous awards for his designs over the years and has been published in Style at Home Magazine, Money Sense and Toronto Home Magazine. He is an accredited member of many associations including the OAA, BILD, Tarion Home Warranty and is Entergy Star certified. 

We would like to congratulate Francesco on this great accomplishment.  Congratulations, from all the staff, family and friends of  Capoferro!

 

  

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Artist and Friend: Pietro Adamo

Every once in a while a rare opportunity presents itself to design a home for an individual that is unique in his own right. This client is a painter and a true Artist, Pietro Adamo.

 

This month, Pietro Adamo, is being featured at SLATE in Vaughan City Hall.  The SLATE is a venue that showcases local talent,  and they hit a home run by featuring Adamo’s work. Pietro is a long standing client of Capoferro and he has a special part of our history. First, as a past art professor, he was my first mentor in design aesthetic and sensibilities, attributes that resonate in all our projects.

 

In 2010, we developed a concept for Pietro for both his home and art studio.  In this case we were given a blank canvas to design and create. He had very unique and particular needs.  This custom home contains a studio to accommodate large pieces of art work, production and office space to manage the business and a gallery to view pieces commissioned.

 

 

This home was designed to work with and be a part of its natural surroundings. The intent of the design of the structure is to be a part of the landscape, to emerge from it. In every aspect we looked at the views and the landscape of the property.  It soon became obvious to raise the main floor, taking advantage of the spectacular landscape overlooking the conservation area in the heart of Kleinberg. We then made a plaza of the parking area under the main floor to create shelter and privacy using natural elements to create an outdoor space. We also looked at the living expectations on the residential side and created a living room that was comfortable with beautiful views.

I have always said that our successes are built on the successes of our clients, we would like to congratulate Pietro on his exhibition at Vaughan City Hall. For more information or to see the SLATE click the following link SLATE and Vaughan City Hall

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CNC Millwork and Design

Although it may not always seem like it, there are more tools in a designer’s toolbox than just a pencil and a ruler.  Today, many digital tools are available to assist designers in dreaming up new, complex forms and patterns to enhance their designs. 



Banq Restaurant by CNC Architects

Chelsea Workspace by Synthesis Studio

 

Fabrication tools, such as CNC (Computer Numerical Control), can make these designs into reality through their ability to follow computer guided instructions to cut along multiple planes.  CNC milling raises the standard in customization and precision building.  At Capoferro, we have been experimenting with these tools, with exciting results. 

 

With CNC milling you are only limited by your imagination. Stay tuned for what we have in store next!



Capoferro CNC Workshop

Capoferro CNC Workshop



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 





Gift Shop @ The Virgil H. Carr Cultural Arts Center /Installation/

Capoferro Clients Weather the Storm

A severe storm in Toronto flooded parts of the city, knocked out power to thousands, and shut down roads and sections of the city’s subway system last week, as nearly 100 millimetres of water fell across the area in a matter of hours.  Rainfall totals measured 106 mm at the suburban Pearson International Airport after the storms blew through.

If history is any guide, the 95 millimetres or so of rain that hit the city of Toronto  like an exploding water balloon will wind up being a costly affair.
 
Hundreds if not thousands of residents in the country’s largest city have been left with flooded basements and waterlogged vehicles in the aftermath of the near-record rainfall...but not our clients!

We have received many phone calls and notes from our past clients who are so  thankful they weathered they storm and their home remained safe and dry .  So to all those clients, thank you for your messages for a job well done. 

A message from our client Betty in Etobicoke....

Hi Frank,

 

How are you?  I haven't talked to you in a while. I hope things are going well for you and your family.  After the historic downpour on Monday, our house survived without any incident. The basement was dry as always and we found no issues anywhere.
 

We're lucky but also fortunate because you did such a good job building the house. Next door  had its basement flooded and had to replace the floor and about 2 feet of dry wall. 
 

I just want to say thank you to you and grateful we're spared. I hope you're doing well and thanks again.

Betty

 

 

 

Is Your Home's Exterior Making A Promise It Doesn't Keep?

Now that summer is soon upon us, we are working on some exterior renovations for our clients.   Your exterior is your home's first impression. So you need to ask yourself....is your home's exterior making a promise it doesn't keep? Integrity and consistency are essential for architectural success, both inside and out. 

Our goal for this project was to update a dated exterior in a manner that respects the existing architecture, and provide a design for the landscape at the rear of the house.We completed the interior a few years ago and this year, they have asked us to work our magic and transform the outside of their charming home.

We updated the exterior with contemporary materials in a contemporary colour palette.  It was important to introduce the architectural elements and to craft a living space that would extend outside of the home. This allows for more useable square footage in the summer months.  You can see from the video, that we maintained the integrity of the home's 1960's architecture, making the renovation authentic and true to the structure.

The video presentation shows both the before and after...

 



 Some notable features:

• new cedar shingle roof
• new roof over garage to give the house more presence and balance
• powder coated metal cladding over the existing brick that integrates and conceals  exterior lighting
• new metal clad doors and windows throughout
• new terrace doors at the front of the house that link to outdoor patio spaces.  Planter walls create privacy and add interest to the front of the house
• new deck at the rear with separated spaces for an outdoor kitchen and outdoor living room overlooking new infinity pool. 

Our clients love the design and construction is set to begin this summer. We will post photos once the project is complete.

 

News | Capoferro Clients cook with Miele Gallery Caplans!

Most people try on pairs of shoes or test-drive a car before they buy. Why should your appliances be any different?

Last Friday evening our partners at Caplan's Appliances hosted a wonderful event for our Capoferro clients and staff.  We were invited to the Miele Gallery at Caplans for a night filled with fantastic food, product demonstrations and of course, great company!

 

When we arrived, we toured the Miele Gallery and had personalized product demonstrations for the vast array of fridges, dishwashers, ovens and vacuums.  We were impressed by the range of Miele appliances, from flush to framed, built-in or integrated, sleek stainless or paneled. Our clients and designers had personalized consultations with the Caplan's/Miele representatives to select what would best suit their lifestyle and kitchen design.

The on site chefs then prepared a wonderful meal for our group. While doing so, they showcased the ovens and cooks tops so we were able to see these appliances in action. Our clients were impressed with the induction cook tops, speed ovens, and the Rotisserie feature of the convention oven.  The star of the night was the new Miele Convection Steam Oven. The oven will steam your food but will also brown it as in a regular oven. This Miele single convection oven is also includes the Master Chef Functionality. This cooking mode is unique to Miele and you will not find anything like it within any other oven. This mode will cook your food to perfection depending on the information you enter through the control panel. All you must do is enter in the type of food that you are going to cook and then the oven will actually choose the correct cooking mode for that food. The results end with a meal that tastes like it was cooked by a professional chef, but was easily prepared by you at home.

 

We were then treated to yummy desserts, apple crumble and a wonderful chocolate mousse (cooked in the steam oven). One of my personal favourites was the cappuccinos made on the Miele Built In Coffee Systems, a perfect cup every time - its like having your own personal Barrista.

 

We would like to extend a THANK YOU to the entire team at Caplans,  Robert Caplan, Sam Fodaro and Marilyn McDermott, the chefs and Miele staff who made this a great night for our clients and designers! We were truly inspired by the wide range and style of Miele Appliances and of course, the food was wonderful (especially the goulash)! We had a wonderful time and walked away with a new appreciation and knowledge of the Meile Brand and the wonderful customer service of Caplan's Appliances. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thinking Outside the Box - FITHOME

Do you ever want to swing from a chandelier?  Imagine stainless steel bars with LED lights so you could swing from your living room to your kitchen, or go up and down your stairs. Why not? Design it so you can. Whatever your lifestyle, if you can imagine it, we can design and build it.
 
We often have special requests from clients to customize areas of the home to suit their lifestyle. Whether its a dumbwaiter in between kitchens or mirror TVs in the bath, mediation areas, secret passages or hiding sentimental messages in the graphics of room, we often need to "think outside the box" and be creative.
 
We put the task to our team members, if you could redesign the way we live, in any room, what would you do?  Partner,  Anthony Di Sarra, took on the challenge of the home gym...

After designing home gyms I’ve noticed that the location is always in the basement back corner or in garage sort of hidden. Why do we have to hide our exercising ways and equipment? I believe fitness should be focal point and most relevant design features in a home alongside structural elements.Why does it have to be in a room in the basement? How could we incorporate it throughout the home and make fitness a part of everyday life?

 

Imagine if......

• Couches  doubled as a gluts hamstring developer, shoulder press, arm station, front leg curl and reverse, bands can be used for resistance training, all from the comfort of your living room.
• Hide a cable crossover unit in the walls so hundreds of exercises are at your disposal.
• Add a leg press or hack squat station as a piece of furniture? We are more inclined to exercise when all we have to do is get up. Going to the gym takes dedication which most people lack, so bring the gym to you? Health comes first.
• Install a rug sized treadmill in front of kitchen sink or stove which can be set at a snail paced walk vs standing in one spot “still” and adding pressure on all joints while washing dishes or cooking.
• Have us design a pivot mechanism with hydraulic lift on your bed so it can be used as an inversion table which will strengthen back and legs also alleviating stress and pain on our brains and lower back. 

All it takes is a little imagination, and design expertise - we can do anything!

Join our Team | Construction Estimator

Our business is growing and we are taking on more exciting projects. As a result, we are seeking an eager, motivated and hardworking individual to join our team. We have an immediate, exciting, hands-on opportunity for a Construction Estimator with on the job project management experience.
 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manages residential and commercial construction projects from bid to completion
• Reviews proposals and drawings to determine scope of work
• Prepares detailed estimates by completing take-off of scope of work and estimates project costs
• Works with clients to plan and provide cost-effective options
• Identifies potential design and construction problems
• Develop, track, and maintain documentation of project estimates, schedules and budgets
• Maintains files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current and accurate information on prices from suppliers 
• Prepares final estimate summaries, analyzing each section for scope, pricing and completeness
• Travels to site to work with crew members on installations
• Travels to site to manage and liaise with customers for ongoing projects
• Liaises on site with customers and subcontractors

 

Qualifications:

• Completion of College diploma or technical training in Estimating, Construction Engineering or related credential
• Must have 3 plus years experience in estimating and project management in the construction industry
• Work experience in the building/construction industry
• Ability to plan, organize and work to deadlines 
•  Well spoken, well presented with high personal standards 
• Organized and proficient with computers
• Positive attitude, self-motivation and willingness to learn

 

If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward your resume to brenda@capoferro.com .

 

 

 

News | Apps we love!

Most of our clients, unless they are architects or designers or glued to HGTV (heaven forbid) would not be able to describe the difference between modern or contemporary, and realistically, they shouldn't have to. As designers, it is our job to help get their ideas and "likes" on paper. Its not always easy for clients to describe their style until now.  Magazines and photos are great, however, we find our clients love the new apps such as HOUZZ and Design Within Reach.

One our favourtie retailers Design Within Reach has just launched their own app.  DWR gives customers access to the best in modern design – including iconic works that have been in production since the mid-20th century as well as innovative items designed today – they  made design within reach. So if you are looking to purchase pieces from designers like Saarinen, Eames and Bertoia that were once  "out of reach" for anyone who did not know the secret handshake or have the patience to wait months for delivery, DWR is your answer.

If you are looking for ideas and photos of your style, HOUZZ is a good resource.  The best way to describe Houzz.com is that it is like a virtual gallery of images posted by architects, interior designers and builders who are hoping to get feedback and potential business from their featured imagery. The great thing about Houzz.com is that it is like Pinterest, only for all things related to home design- from fixtures to finishes and everything in between and they will also feature great articles about home design. It is perfect for people who are looking to design a new home, or who are looking to update what they already have. Simply put, house eye-candy.

Professionals post photos of their projects, users filter images by room or style to compile favorites, and everyone engages in free-flowing discussion. The site is now visited by some six million unique viewers each month (with millions more using its iPhone and iPad apps) and offers 500,000-plus photos from over 85,000 design experts, including  Capoferro Design Build Group

Happy surfing!

Photo courtesy of Houzz

Project Update | Bathrooms are Big

In the Autumn issue of Toronto Home Magazine, our president Francesco Di Sarra, talks bathrooms.  We review trends, materials and styles and what's hot. You can read all about this fabulous Bathroom renovation we completed this past summer in this months issue.

Design experts say that personalizing the bathroom is the biggest bathroom trend today. "Modern décor by nature relies on natural materials to add warmth and personality, and textural interest to the design," says Francesco Di Sarra, founder and president of Capoferro, which specializes in the design and project management of architectural homes.

 

What's in: Di Sarra's clients are moving away from floor and wall tiles to slabs of marble or limestone. When cut and reassembled in the bath, it gives the impression of an uninterrupted flow of rock face and allows the full effect of any natural veining. Wood for flooring and even walls are a growing trend, with the adventurous going for zebra wood, with walnut, cherry and ebony also strong contenders.
 

 

 

Di Sarra’s clients are also experimenting with shower enclosures made of two-way mirror. The person in the shower can easily see out into the room, while anyone entering the bathroom will see only a silhouette. Wall-mounted mirrors may conceal televisions or LED lighting installed behind them, until they are turned on and shine through. "It keeps the technology hidden but also allows, say, a gentleman to see himself while shaving and catching the latest televised business or sports news out of the corner of his eye," says Di Sarra.

 

 Article from Toronto Home Magazine, Autumn Issue, 2012

 
 

 

NEWS | It's Our 10 Year Annivesary!

It’s hard to believe that it has been 10 years since we began Capoferro Design Build Group. Since 2002, our company has grown from a two person construction company into a full service, award-winning design build company specializing in modern homes. We have grown in so many ways since our start, and we feel privileged to have served our clients throughout the years.   We would like to offer our sincere thanks to our family, clients, suppliers, trades and employees who have all contributed to our success, here's to another 10 years.

 

Our Story 

Francesco Di Sarra had graduated from Carleton University with his Bachelor of Architecture Degree and had worked for various firms throughout the GTA. In 2002, he decided to begin his own renovation company. His brother, Anthony Di Sarra, had extensive experience in construction so they decided to go into partnership and began Capoferro Design Build Group - they haven’t looked back since.


Their beginnings were simple; they set up an office in a garage, bought a small pick-up truck and began working almost immediately. It was mainly small projects at first, basements, landscaping and additions.  That quickly grew into large additions, renovations and custom homes.   It didn’t take long before they began hiring staff and purchased an office building. 10 years later Capoferro is a bustling office with a staff of 12 and growing, and it’s time to move again!

One of the most important aspects to the success of our business is our award winning design. Our team is made up of experienced, qualified individuals. Francesco is currently in the process of completing his Architect’s license and our Design Associates are Intern Architects. All our projects have a certain modern contemporary style. For our team, it’s all about the details and function of each space whether we are building a multi-million dollar luxury residence, commercial retail spaces or custom homes.

What sets us apart from most design build offices is that we have always offered design, construction and project management services to clients.  We have an in house design team, interior design, field crew and project management staff.  It’s a full service, one stop shop for our clients.

Over the years we have been awarded the Award of Distinction from the Ontario Home Builders association for most outstanding Kitchen.  We have received many nominations and have won Awards from the BILD Association (Building, Industry and Land Development).  We are also a Subject Matter Expert to publications such as Money Sense Magazine and our projects have been featured in Style at Home Magazine, TorontoHome Magazine and CityLine .

We have designed and built over 50 custom homes and renovations over the years.  Some certainly stand out over the others; however, it is the project’s we have taken on over the last two years that have become our stamp. Our client’s see our projects and designs now and say “I want that”, and we are happy to oblige!

Happy Anniversary Capoferro! 


Projects throughout the years....

 

Meet Our Team | Wing See Wu, Design Associate

Wing See has been a member of our team since 2010 and is an integral part of our office. She manages much of the design process, drawings and site instructions. She works very closely with principal, Francesco on our projects ensuring all design details and specifications are met. Wing See helps keep us up on all the "trends" and unique products.  It is such a pleasure to have her as part of our team!  Meet Wing See...

 1. Give me your two minute bio.
I was born in Hong Kong and moved to Toronto when I was 3 years old.  Growing up, it was always a toss-up between pursing art or graphic design, but when I was 16, I saw a photo of Eero Sarineen’s JFK airport in a textbook, and decided I wanted to be an architect.  Since then, I’ve received my Bachelor and Master degrees in Architecture at Carleton and McGill University, met and married my best friend, and am registered as an Intern Architect with the Ontario Association of Architects. 

After working at various architectural offices in Toronto, and feeling uninspired by the work I was producing, I decided to start looking for work at alternative offices that were multi-disciplinary and/or more involved in R&D/fabrication and construction.  That decision led me to Capoferro, which was everything I was looking for and more!

2. Describe your style, like a good friend of yours would describe it.

I’m like Picasso in the sense that I’ve admired and experimented with many styles over the years.  At the moment, my interest is split between an aesthetic that is crisp/minimal/geometric/pure and another that eccentric/experimental/colourful/clever.   Sometimes you can see these two styles intersecting in my work.  

3. What is the best moment of the day?

Lunch time!

4. How would you describe your first 90 days at Capoferro?

From the first day, I was thrown straight into the thick of the Argento project, with minimal overlap with the staff member I was replacing.  I was blown away, by the amount of passion and detail that this office poured into its work. Having no prior experience with construction and coordination with the field, made the task all the more daunting.   It was certainly a sink or swim situation.  The firm was also much smaller at that time, I was the only designer aside from Frank (who spent the majority of time on site), and we communicated primarily via phone.    It seemed strange coming from larger offices.   Since then I’ve learned a lot, and anything that seemed unusual or daunting has now become very normal.

5. What books do you have on your bedside table?

None at the moment but I would like to read The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro, who also wrote the amazing novel, Never Let Me Go.

6.  What project has given you the most satisfaction? Why?

It would certainly be the Argento project.  I’ve been working on this project since I started at this office two years ago, and it’s completely radicalized all my previous notions about the process of designing and constructing project, which is typically segregated from one another.  It’s a true design build project, in every sense of the word.   The amount of customization and innovation in the project has demanded that every designer, supplier, fabricator and installer involved in the progress to collaborate and put forward their expertise to produce a beautiful and resolved product.  It has been a wonderful process and as a result, Argento is a wonderful, and a thoroughly resolved project.  I’m proud and honoured to have contributed to it.

7. Who would you like to design something for?

A great fashion designer, like Alexander McQueen or Tom Ford:  someone who wants to take risks, great taste, and lots of resources!

8. Are there any architects from the past or current day who you appreciate?

Tadao Ando, hands down. I recently went on an architectural tour of Asia and was floored by how masterfully his work is designed and executed.

9. What do you like about the design/build industry and what would you change?

The design/build setup provides a clear line of communication between the designer and the trades who are executing the design work, which is an obvious benefit to both parties, and to the client because it often produces a better end result.  I hope the design industry as a whole gradually moves towards this type of set up.

10. Okay last question, PC or MAC?

I admire what Apple’s accomplished, but when it comes to computers, I’m the fat man with glasses.

News and Events | Our favourites...

We are back from our trip to this year's NeoCon design expo and conference at the Merchandise Mart in Chicago (what a great city!) It was a whirlwind  3 days sourcing everything from architectural panels and glass, furniture, fixtures and textiles. We had the opportunity to meet some wonderful new suppliers and see new products.  The seminars and courses also proved to be beneficial. Our designers attended seminars on LED lighting, healthier indoor environments, designing green buildings and renovating smarter.

There are some fabulous new trends in architecture and design this year and we are excited to share these new ideas and concepts with our clients!

 Here is a small  selection of some our favourites (there were so many to choose from)

What is your favourite? We would love to hear your comments.

NeoCon 2012: Think Big

 It’s that time of year again and the Capoferro team is in Chicago this week at one of the biggest interior design trades shows - NeoCon 2012. Spring is the season of design expos and exhibitions, when new and innovative furniture projects and products bloom on the trade floor show. A favorite of ours is NeoCon, the largest of its kind in North America, where upwards 40,000 architects and designers convene for the latest in commercial interior design. This year’s conference runs from June 11-13, three days chock full of ideas, displays, and events.

As with all these types of trade shows, there’s always something going on, from keynote talks and seminars to the unveiling of new products and demonstrations at over 700 showrooms. It can be all get very trying, especially when navigating the vast halls of the Merchandise Mart.

We will feature some of the manufactures and new products that we source.   For more information or to see the list of exhibitors, please visit www.neocon.com

LUMINOSO | Wood design in a new light

Is wood paneling "chic" again? Thanks to a new product, Luminoso, architects and designers are using wood paneling in a entirely new light.  Imagine seeing a wood wall light up into a logo, graphic or design image with the flick of a switch?

What is it?  Luminoso is an awarding winning innovative material offering extraordinary design possibilities.  Luminoso is a product comprised of  wood panels that transmit light, creating a unique transparent effect. 

The transparent wood effect is achieved with fibre optics, which run through solid wood panels allowing direct sunlight or artificial light to be transmitted. The use of light on various woods like black cherry, oak, black walnut, maple, etc. creates a warm, rich glow to a room- as well as a unique element of natural color.

The modern design element is enriched by the various logos, or graphics (like a visual of Marilyn Monroe’s face), or even moving images, that are imprinted on the white paneling behind the wood.

We have customized the panels for one our current residential projects. It has allowed us to mix and match lighting colors, and wood to fit perfectly with our room. Luminoso is suddenly making wood paneling "trendy" again.

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Project Update | Architectural Interiors

We are just beginning the interior detailing of our fabulous modern home north of Toronto. We know some of you have been asking about the progress on the development.  Our office has been very busy conceptualizing and customizing many aspects of the architectural interiors of this home. Francesco Di Sarra and his design team have been detailing many architectural elements from the hinges on the doors to all the millwork throughout.  There are so many aspects of this home we could showcase, however, we now have a publishing commitment to consider so this will be the one of the last "sneak peaks" until the home is fully complete. 

The west stairs are cantilevered from the natural stone wall, this gives the illusion of the stairs floating. This is further enhanced by the glass treads that will be installed. There is also an LED component to the stairs.

This interior wall is a continuation of the stone coursing found on the exterior of the home. 

The strips shown here are trim less linear diffusers (vents), custom made for this home.  The pot lights are trim less and painted to match the ceiling colour. The ceiling valance is lined in a walnut panels and conceals the track lights and motorized blinds.  All of these pieceswork together which makes for a very clean and minimal look.  

Sculptural drop ceilings in the great room make for an interesting architectural detail to a very large room, giving it a sense of proportion.

Our crew very carefully installed this 16x9 ft. glass panel - it took 3 men and crane to lower it in place.  We will soon be posting the time lapsed video of this installation so stay tuned.



The mechanical room is meticulously planned and is very organized. This makes for easy maintenance and access to the home's infrastructure. We have taken great care to co-ordinate all the sub trades to ensure the electrical, plumbing, home automation and mechanical work together in a clean organized space.

Our architectural design team is working closing with our crew on site to ensure the project is running smoothly and on time. The team at Mark Hartley Landscape Architects have begun the installation of all the landscaping and our in-house interior designer is busy working closely with our clients selecting furniture, fabrics and all the final touches to this beautiful home.

Project Update: Kingsway Reno

We are just about to begin construction on a new project in the west end of the city. Part of the renovation involves a remodel of the master ensuite and main bath. The spacious spa ensuite shower will include a rain head with variable zone control allowing differing pressure in different areas of the spray, a steam generator that converts the shower into a sauna at the touch of a button and  a cantilevered bench.

Some other key design features of the main bath include sleek wall mounted faucets, a drop in Duravit tub with neck rest for those long baths, radiant floor heating for those cold winter mornings and a custom tinted concrete vanity top with integrated double sink (so you don't have to share).  The floor and walls will be a beautiful Statuario tile and zebra wood - and that's just the bathrooms!