Custom Residential
Design Service in Ottawa
Custom homes thoughtfully designed around you.
01 / OUR EXPERTISE
Every detail.
One clear vision.
01
Feasibility & Site Planning
We begin with a conversation about what you hope to build, what matters most to you and what your property can offer. Before the design takes shape, we look at the practical questions: zoning, access, site conditions and how your plans relate to your budget.
We also consider the qualities that make a place worth living in—the path of the sun, a view you want to keep, or a little more privacy from the street. These early studies help us find a sensible starting point and make the most of your site.
02
Custom Home Design
The best place to begin is with your everyday life. Where do you gather? Where do you need quiet? How might your family’s needs change? Your answers guide the layout, the shape of the home and its relationship to the outdoors.
We work through sketches and plans together, refining room proportions, circulation and materials as the design develops. Whether you’re planning a custom home, an addition or a renovation, we pay as much attention to the small, useful details as the overall composition. The aim is a home that feels right for you, in use and in character.
03
3D Visualization & Interiors
It can be difficult to picture a room from a floor plan alone. Our exterior and interior renderings and virtual walkthroughs give you a clearer sense of the home before construction begins—from the approach to the front door to the view from your kitchen.
Together, we explore light, proportions, finishes and the connections between rooms. You can compare materials, consider a different layout and see how individual choices work as a whole. This is a useful time to ask questions and make adjustments, while the design is still easy to refine.
04
Working Drawings & Permit Coordination
Once we’ve agreed on the design, we develop the drawings that explain how the home comes together. Floor plans, elevations, sections and construction details give your builder a clearer understanding of the spaces, materials and connections that matter to the project.
We prepare and coordinate the documentation needed for the permit application, help address review comments and bring together specialist information where required. We also walk you through what the drawings cover and what still needs to be resolved, so you understand the next steps as the project moves toward construction.
05
Construction Estimates & Scheduling
A design is easier to move forward with when you understand the likely costs and the decisions behind them. We organize construction estimates by trade and discuss how the size of the home, material selections and particular details affect the overall budget.
Alongside this, we outline a proposed schedule with the main milestones and the work that needs to happen first. As selections are confirmed and contractor pricing becomes available, the estimates and timing become more detailed. We help you weigh the options and decide where your investment will make the greatest difference to your home.
06
Construction Management
There are many conversations behind a well-built home. As work progresses, we help keep communication clear between you, your builder and the trades, so questions about the design can be addressed and upcoming decisions are easier to prepare for.
Our involvement is tailored to your project and agreed with you from the outset. It can include coordinating schedules, reviewing details with the project team and discussing changes that affect the design or budget. Throughout construction, we help you stay informed and keep the original intentions of the home in view as drawings become built spaces.
03 / OUR PROCESS
A clear path from idea to home.
01
Discover
Understand your goals, property and possibilities. Establish priorities, scope and a clear direction.
02
Design
Develop layouts, form and materials together. Explore the home in 3D and refine the details.
03
Document
Prepare detailed drawings and coordinate the information needed for permit applications.
04
Coordinate
Support communication through construction, with involvement tailored to your project.
04 / FAQ
Before we begin
You don’t need to have everything figured out before we meet. A property address, survey or existing drawings, and a few images of homes or spaces you like are a great place to start. It also helps to have an idea of your priorities, approximate budget, and preferred timeline. From there, we can discuss the potential of the property, the scope of work, and the next steps needed to move the project forward.
Yes. We prepare the architectural drawings required to develop the project from concept through permit submission and coordinate the documentation needed for the application. Depending on the project, this may also involve working with structural engineers, mechanical consultants, surveyors, energy advisors, or other specialists. We stay involved throughout the review process and respond to municipal comments as they arise.
Absolutely. 3D modelling and architectural visualization are an important part of our design process. They allow you to experience the proportions, ceiling heights, natural light, materials, exterior composition, and overall character of the home before construction begins. For many projects, we also prepare realistic interior and exterior renderings so design decisions can be reviewed visually rather than relying only on floor plans and elevations.
Yes. A large part of our work involves residential additions, major renovations, and the transformation of existing homes. We begin by understanding the existing structure and identifying what should remain, what can be improved, and where new space can be introduced naturally. The goal is for the new work to feel intentional and well integrated with the original home rather than simply added onto it.
Every project is different, so fees are based on the size and complexity of the home, the level of architectural detail, the condition of the existing property, and the services required. Once we understand the project, we establish a clear scope of work, design stages, deliverables, and fee structure. We also provide a realistic schedule for the design and permit phases so you know what to expect before the work begins.
Yes. Cost should be considered throughout the design process, not only once the drawings are finished. We can help establish an early construction budget, review major cost drivers, and compare design decisions that may affect the overall price of the project. As the drawings become more detailed, the estimate can be refined with contractors and trades so the design remains aligned with the intended budget.
LET’S BEGIN
Let’s talk about your future home.
Tell us what you have in mind. We’ll help you find the next step.
Ottawa, Ontario · 819.639.9968