If you need custom blueprints drawn up for a new home or for a renovation, you’ll want to consult with a design-build firm. Design-build is a popular concept in Toronto and the rest of the Greater Toronto Area, due to its increased efficiency. With a design-build firm, there’s one company in charge of the whole process – from conception and design right through the building process, to the day you walk through the front door. There are great advantages to the design-build process. Because all of the people who will be working on your house are in on the project to begin with, the process is streamlined. Scheduling is simpler and various tasks can be performed concurrently. There’s clearer communication right from the beginning, meaning that there will be a better understanding of exactly what’s required and a clear understanding of the budget. Better coordination means that you may, in fact, experience cost savings along the way. And, because one company is heading up the project, it’s easy to know who is responsible for answering any questions you may have.

 

 

Many homeowners in the GTA have homes that are smaller than they would like. Areas of the city are populated with old-fashioned post World War II bungalows, for example. While these homes are well built, they may not meet the requirements for today’s modern families. Kitchens are often very small; little natural light is available; there’s rarely more than one washroom; space is wasted, and flow is non-existent.

 

If you have a small bungalow on your lot, you may be wondering whether to renovate or build from scratch. A design-build professional can come to your home and evaluate your current home. He/she will be able to present you with various options that will help you make a decision. It may be possible to do a whole house renovation that utilizes available space much more efficiently. Or, you may choose to build an addition – or even a second storey.

 

On the other hand, you may have a vision of a perfect dream home that’s incompatible with renovating your existing home. In that case, you can work closely with a designer to create a custom blueprint that matches your vision exactly.

 

 

You may also choose to work with a designer from a design-build firm to create custom blueprints for smaller projects. Some companies specialize in many areas such as small builds and landscaping. Small builds might include traditional additions or interior renovations on a smaller scale, such as garages, exterior façade renovations, porches, decks or other projects.

 

There are some GTA design-build companies that also specialize in landscaping. It makes sense to work with one of these companies, who will work to ensure that the outdoor space works with and complements the home and the indoor space. This can be accomplished with natural materials, colour palettes, and with care and attention to green space, decks and other elements. It’s amazing how much of a difference adding an element like a deck or a porch can make to the way you live in your home.

 

Contact a design-build firm today and learn more about how creating custom blueprints can help you make your dream home a reality!