Grand Design Build

Grand Design Build is a full-service custom home build firm based in Toronto, licensed by the HCRA and operating across the GTA since 2010. The company handles design, permits, and construction in-house for projects including full-home renovations, kitchen and bathroom remodels, home additions, custom builds on empty lots, and laneway and garden suites. It also provides project management services and serves multiple Toronto neighborhoods including Bayview Village, Forest Hill, Leaside, Rosedale, and Willowdale.

The firm offers fixed-price contracts with itemized quotes and lists an address on Avenue Road in North York. They have completed over 250 projects across Toronto, ranging from major renovations to custom homes. The company emphasizes a one-team approach from the first plans to warranty support, ensuring clients have a dedicated team to guide decisions from the start.

Clients can visit the Experience Centre located at 1558 Avenue Road in North York to discuss their project. The in-house team can develop plans with clients and help compare materials for style, everyday needs, and project budget. Appointments for Saturdays are available by appointment only, while Monday to Friday hours are from 8am to 4pm.

The process involves six stages: discussing the home, reviewing the project scope, developing the design, choosing finishes, approvals and construction, and handover. A project coordinator keeps questions and updates organized, explaining the proposed scope, decisions needed, and the next step throughout the project.

Architectural design and permit planning is handled in-house by architects and permit specialists across the GTA. The firm explains three approval routes: as of right, minor variance at the Committee of Adjustment, and heritage permit for listed properties, noting that the difference between them can be months rather than details.

The company provides a client portal where clients can see progress, schedules, and updates from anywhere. This allows homeowners to follow their project remotely, keeping them informed about the schedule, decisions, and documented changes during construction.

The firm states that their agreed scope, allowances, and exclusions are clearly set out upfront. They also mention that insurance details are available upon request, and they are HCRA licensed and insured. Clients are encouraged to view the HCRA record for verification.

The website mentions that the cost to build a house depends on hard costs, soft costs, land, and the finish level chosen. It advises comparing estimates only when the same inclusions are defined, such as structure, envelope, services, and finishes.

The firm serves specific areas including Midtown/North York, Etobicoke/Scarborough, Leaside/Lawrence Park/Forest Hill, and The Beaches/Riverdale. They note that land value alone does not establish feasibility, and each area has unique constraints like access, existing structures, and tree requirements.

The firm was established in 2010 and has been operating since then. They describe themselves as a residential design build company led by Allen Misaghi, connecting early planning conversations with drawings, material selections, and construction coordination.

The firm highlights that they offer complimentary design guidance during consultations and help clients compare cabinetry, fixtures, and finishes in person. Their designers assist in considering colors, textures, and practical details together to choose materials that work with the overall design.

The website notes that the firm handles everything from first sketch to building permit, including zoning and approval requirements. They aim to design toward the shortest route wherever the brief allows, whether it is as of right or a minor variance.

The firm states that they provide a dedicated coordinator to help clients follow the schedule, selections, questions, and documented changes. This ensures that the project moves forward efficiently with clear communication at every stage.

The firm mentions that they have been operating since 2010 and have completed over 250 projects. They also note that the difference between approval routes can be months rather than details, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right path early.

You can reach Grand Design Build by phone at (416) 920-6066 or by e-mail at [email protected].