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Toronto's Premier Design & Build Firm

From concept to completion, we transform your space with unparalleled craftsmanship.

The Gold Standard in Toronto Renovations

For over 15 years, True Form has been the trusted choice for homeowners seeking inspired design and flawless execution.

Our portfolio of 450+ successful projects and 300+ satisfied customers is a testament to our commitment to redefining industry standards. We don’t just build homes; we build lasting relationships.

Transparent Project Roadmap

Know every step of the journey with a detailed plan and schedule.

Dedicated In-House Team

Your project is managed by our unified team of designers and builders.

Uncompromising
Quality

We use premium materials and master-level techniques on every project.

5-Year Workmanship Warranty

Your investment is protected by our comprehensive warranty and full liability insurance.

A Foundation of Trust & Excellence

Our integrated design-build model eliminates common frustrations. By uniting designers and craftspeople into one cohesive team, we ensure a seamless process from start to finish. This synergy guarantees your vision is delivered on time and on budget, without the typical stress and delays.

The True Form Difference Why settle for an ordinary renovation when you can have an extraordinary experience?

15+ Years of Master Craftsmanship Integrated Design & Build Bespoke Renovations & Additions

Transparent Project Roadmap Dedicated In-House Team Uncompromising Quality 5-Year Workmanship Warranty

Why More Toronto Homeowners Choose the Design-Build Method

Toronto homeowners increasingly favor the design-build method for its single point of accountability. With one cohesive team managing the project from architectural design to final construction, communication is streamlined and costly conflicts are eliminated. This integrated approach delivers a smoother, faster, and more predictable renovation experience from start to finish.

One Team. One Vision. One Contract.

Design-build is a construction method where a single company handles your entire project-from initial drawings to the finishing touches. Unlike the traditional bid-build model, which separates designers, contractors, and project managers, the design-build approach integrates everyone under one roof.

That means there’s a single point of responsibility. No handoffs. No miscommunications between architect and contractor. No surprises halfway through the job. Just a fluid, transparent process that moves faster and works smarter.

Fewer Delays, Fewer Headaches, Faster Results

Toronto’s busy renovation market often suffers from overlapping schedules and contractor bottlenecks. With design-build, schedule planning happens collaboratively right from the start. This synchronized workflow eliminates downtime between project phases and reduces back-and-forth change orders.

By overlapping the design and construction phases, our teams work in tandem instead of waiting on one another. The result? Projects completed faster-and with fewer unexpected hurdles.

Smarter Budgeting from Day One

In traditional models, contractors submit quotes only after receiving plans-often leading to sticker shock and change orders. Design-build flips this on its head. Cost planning happens during design, not after. This ensures construction solutions remain within budget without sacrificing quality or design intent.

Every design decision reflects both aesthetic goals and cost efficiency. Toronto homeowners avoid mid-project surprises because every number is accounted for early on.

How This Model Fits Toronto Homes

Urban complexity simplified: Toronto permits, zoning, and building regulations require integrated strategy. Design-build offers just that.
Maximized space in tight footprints: Older homes and compact lots benefit from unified planning that blends form and function seamlessly.
Neighbourhood continuity: Local designers understand how to align additions and renovations with each community's architectural language.

In a city where time, space, and costs are always in tension, the design-build method brings alignment. It's not just an alternative-it's the clear way forward for efficient, controlled, and beautifully executed home projects in Toronto.

Take The First Step Towards Your Goals

Let's Build Your Dream Home-The Design-Build Toronto Way

Everything begins with a conversation. Whether you’re imagining a sleek modern kitchen, a multi-level home addition, or a full-scale custom build, your vision deserves more than cookie-cutter solutions. True Form Construction delivers fully personalized residential design-build services in Toronto-on schedule, on budget, with results that feel like home.

Searches for custom home construction in Toronto and budget-friendly design build services lead people to our door. But it’s our commitment to accuracy, craftsmanship, and personalized service that keeps clients referring friends, family, and neighbours. More than 450 projects later, the numbers speak for themselves.

It Starts With Your Personalized Project Quote

Explore your ideas. Ask questions. Dream bigger. We’ll handle the rest-from architecture to final handoff.

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Meet the Team Behind Toronto's Leading Design-Build Projects

At True Form Construction, the strength of our design-build success lies in the people who bring each project to life. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all team – it’s a lineup of architects, interior designers, project managers, and construction leaders who work in sync from concept through completion.

Architects & Interior Designers Who Shape Space with Precision

Every great renovation begins with thoughtful planning. Our architects collaborate closely with you to understand the larger vision – how your home should flow, function, and feel. From there, our interior designers layer in form, color, lighting, and materials to elevate your space with texture and personality. You’ll notice the details: custom cabinetry that maximizes space in narrow Toronto kitchens or integrated lighting designed to flatter high ceilings and open layouts.

Project Managers Who Orchestrate Every Moving Part

Timelines, trades, and logistics don’t manage themselves. That’s the role of our seasoned project managers. They communicate with you regularly, keep contractors aligned to schedule, and ensure tasks are executed with precision. When schedules shift – and they always do – our PMs calibrate without compromise to quality. Their coordination ensures progress that’s both steady and deliberate.

Construction Experts Who Deliver What the Plans Promise

Great designs demand great execution. On-site, our construction managers turn blueprints into real-world results. Whether navigating the complexities of Toronto’s older homes or integrating state-of-the-art smart home systems into new builds, they bring advanced technical knowledge and decades of building experience to the table. Floors are level. Walls meet perfectly. Details are not just completed, but completed properly.

Integrated Design-Build Means Seamless Collaboration

Working with an independent designer, then hiring a separate contractor? You’ll juggle timelines, struggle with revisions, and risk costly miscommunication. Choosing a design build Toronto team like True Form Construction avoids all of that. Here, designers and builders collaborate from day one. That means faster approvals, tighter budgets, and designs grounded in constructability.

One point of contact means fewer emails, fewer misunderstandings, and more streamlined decisions.
Unified budgeting keeps aesthetic ambitions aligned with actual costs.
Built-in accountability ensures no blame games-just results.

Curious how this integrated approach could work in your space? Want to meet the people who will shape your next renovation? Let’s talk.

Navigating Permits, Zoning & Local Building Codes in Toronto

Building in Toronto means working within a dense web of zoning bylaws, building regulations, and permit requirements. Understanding and navigating these elements is a cornerstone of every successful design-build project we take on. Whether expanding a bungalow or transforming a downtown semi, each type of construction calls for detailed attention to Toronto’s regulatory framework.

Understanding Toronto’s Zoning Bylaws

Toronto’s zoning bylaws dictate what can be built and where. Each neighbourhood falls under specific regulations that define allowable uses, maximum building heights, lot coverage, and setback requirements. A laneway suite in the east end faces different requirements than a rear addition in North York. Our team interprets these bylaws for every project, adjusting design plans to fit within defined parameters while maximizing space and function.

Assess property-specific zoning regulations using Toronto’s Interactive Zoning Map
Address minor variances by preparing and submitting Committee of Adjustment applications
Navigate zoning amendment processes when projects require official plan changes

Managing City of Toronto Building Permits

Securing the right permits begins long before shovels hit the ground. Every Toronto construction project involving structural changes, additions, or altering building systems requires a building permit issued by Toronto Building.

Prepare and submit complete permit drawings as per Toronto Building intake requirements
Coordinate all engineering documentation for structural, mechanical, or HVAC work
Manage the lifecycle of your permit-from initial intake through review, revisions, and final approval

Permit timelines in Toronto can range from weeks to months depending on project scope. We frontload the process with precise application packages to minimize delays. When city reviewers ask for revisions or clarification, we respond fast-keeping your timeline on track.

Ensuring Full Compliance with Ontario Building Code & Local Regulations

The Ontario Building Code sets the minimum standards for construction, fire safety, accessibility, energy efficiency, and more. We design every space to meet or exceed these provisions. In-fill projects, additions, and major interior renovations each trigger specific code considerations-from load-bearing calculations to updated insulation requirements.

Integrate Ontario Building Code standards directly into architectural and structural designs
Schedule and coordinate mandatory site inspections with city inspectors throughout the build
Address deficiencies immediately to maintain project momentum and avoid costly rework

From the first zoning review to final occupancy approval, our design-build team handles every aspect of permit, code, and regulatory compliance. Clients never have to interpret building jargon or navigate municipal bureaucracy alone. We do it for them-accurately, efficiently, and with deep knowledge of how to build right in Toronto.

Tailored Budget Planning & Transparent Cost Estimates

See Your Vision – And Your Numbers – Clearly

Every home transformation begins with big ideas, but successful ones start with deliberate, number-driven planning. That’s why True Form’s design build Toronto approach incorporates precise budget forecasting from day one. No vague ballparks. No guesswork. Just detailed financial roadmaps aligned with your goals.

Accurate Estimates – Right from the Start

Before a single tool hits the jobsite, the team builds a fully itemized budget based on architectural drawings, material selections, labour requirements, and timelines. This front-loaded financial clarity eliminates costly surprises and ensures every dollar is accounted for-before, during, and after construction.

How We Plan with Confidence

3D Design Visualization: Digital models bridge concept and execution, enabling precise quantity takeoffs and cost calculations.
Integrated Estimating Software: Tools like CoConstruct and Buildertrend connect design specs directly to real-time material and labour costs.
Vendor and Trade Partner Quotes: Collaborating with trusted local suppliers guarantees accurate figures for finishes, fixtures, and custom work.
Phased Budget Reviews: Costs are tracked and updated at every key milestone-design development, pre-construction, and build phase.

Real Projects. Real Budgets. Real Results.

One Toronto couple came in with a full-home renovation wish list and a hard budget ceiling. By working through multiple design iterations and transparent line-item quotes, their final plan included a chef’s kitchen, reimagined floor plan, and spa-style ensuite-without pushing past the financial limits they set. Stories like this define our process. Every project brings its own priorities. Whether the goal is maximizing ROI, upgrading aesthetics, or layering in energy efficiency, this team shapes the design to meet the budget-not the other way around.

Craftsmanship Without Compromise

Premium Materials, Skilled Craftsmanship, and Timely Delivery-Every Time

Materials don’t just affect how a space looks; they define how it performs over time. At True Form Construction, supply partners are chosen based on material longevity, finish quality, and sustainability standards. Think engineered hardwood with lifetime warranties, plumbing fixtures with precision mechanics, and high-performance insulation rated for Toronto’s climate.

Construction teams bring over 15 years of hands-on experience to each project. Framing is precise, finishes are clean, and installations are built to code with no shortcuts. From custom built-ins to structural work, expect sharp detailing, solid technique, and a timeline that’s actually followed. If we say 12 weeks, we deliver in 12 weeks.

See the Transformation: Before & After, Room by Room

Visual proof says more than blueprints ever could. Browse our curated galleries to see full-basement conversions, kitchen expansions, open-concept living spaces, and complete main-floor redesigns. Every project tells a story of what was, and what became possible with the right design-build execution.

Before: a dated galley kitchen lacking daylight
After: a seamless chef-style layout with quartz countertops and integrated lighting
Before: unfinished basement collecting dust
After: a multi-use family room with smart storage and modern finishes

A Portfolio That Speaks for Itself

Over 450 completed renovations span styles, sizes, and budgets. Some projects reimagined heritage homes in downtown Toronto. Others added square footage to growing family homes in Etobicoke or North York. Each one illustrates how tailored planning blends with real craftsmanship to elevate living spaces-nothing cookie-cutter, nothing generic.

Client Reviews and Case Studies That Reflect Results

More than 300 clients have left detailed testimonials describing their full journey with True Form Construction. Read about homeowners who renovated entire floors while living in the home-ones who praised the clean worksite practices and respectful crews. Explore insights into budget alignment, zoning challenges, and final results that went beyond expectation.

Our Peace of Mind Guarantee

No renovation comes without decisions-but uncertainties shouldn’t be one of them. True Form Construction includes a “Peace of Mind” quality guarantee with every design-build project. Workmanship meets agreed-upon standards, timelines match original commitments, and final results are documented and confirmed before sign-off. That’s not an extra-it’s standard practice.

Our Process: Seamless From Start to Finish

Initial Consultation & Design Discovery

Every project begins with a focused conversation. Expect an in-depth consultation in your home to uncover your vision, lifestyle needs, and aesthetic preferences. During this phase, the team listens carefully, asks targeted questions, and gathers details that will drive every design and build decision moving forward.

Architectural Design & Permits

Once the concept is clear, licensed architectural designers transform ideas into working drawings. Floorplans, elevations, 3D renderings-whatever best communicates your future space-get created. Meanwhile, permit applications begin. With deep familiarity in Toronto’s zoning bylaws and building code requirements, True Form Construction handles submissions efficiently, cutting down approval lag time.

Budget Planning & Transparent Estimates

Before breaking ground, you receive a fully-itemized cost breakdown. No vague line items. No hidden fees. From material specifications to labour costs and municipality fees, every detail is accounted for. This transparency sets expectations correctly from the outset and supports smarter financial decision-making.

Construction Scheduling & Execution

Project timelines are mapped out with clarity. Milestones are locked into a living schedule, and dedicated project managers stay hands-on throughout. From demolition to framing, installation to finishing-each phase is tracked, and you receive regular progress updates. Crews are punctual, respectful of your space, and hold themselves to measurable standards of workmanship.

Final Walkthrough & Quality Assurance

Before delivery, a detailed walkthrough ensures everything meets the expectations set from the beginning. Finishes are inspected, functionality is tested, and any last refinement happens swiftly. Only after every box is ticked and you’re satisfied does the project officially close. The result reflects the original plan-elevated by True Form Construction’s commitment to detail at every step.

It Starts With Your Personalized Project Quote

Explore your ideas. Ask questions. Dream bigger. We’ll handle the rest-from architecture to final handoff.

Comprehensive Residential Design-Build Services for Toronto Homeowners

Home Renovations & Remodeling

From heritage homes in the Annex to post-war builds in Scarborough, renovation needs across Toronto vary-but the value of thoughtful, cohesive modernization holds true citywide. Our team delivers full-spectrum renovations that blend functionality with high-end aesthetics. Whether reconfiguring layouts or upgrading finishes, each project is planned with intent and executed with precision.

Whole-home transformations: Reimagine your entire layout, enhance flow, and increase property value with our integrated project delivery model.
Kitchen and bathroom renovations: Precision-built spaces using premium materials, optimized for style and efficiency.
Basement finishing and conversions: Unlock hidden potential with custom in-law suites, media rooms, or income-generating units designed to Ontario Building Code standards.

Custom Home Building

Building a custom home in Toronto requires a deep understanding of architectural design, zoning regulations, and project logistics. At True Form Construction, we architect each new build with intention-starting from personalized floorplans and evolving into detailed elevations that match your lifestyle and lot characteristics.

Tailored designs: Bespoke floorplans and facades rooted in site-specific considerations.
Complete site evaluation: Zoning compliance, structural surveys, and environmental assessments.
Turnkey project execution: From permits to final finishes, the process stays under our control to maintain consistency across all stages.

Residential Additions

Need more space but love your location? A well-executed addition turns your current home into a forever home. In Toronto’s competitive housing market, additions-especially vertical ones-offer a cost-effective route to expanding your footprint without facing the bidding wars of a new purchase.

Second-story extensions: Seamless vertical integration designed to match existing architecture and comply with municipal height bylaws.
Sunrooms and in-law suites: Functional and private spaces tailored for multi-generational living or leisure.
Bump-outs: Targeted square footage additions that reshape kitchens, living rooms, or bathrooms for better utility.

Interior Design Integration

Our in-house designers collaborate from day one, building harmony between architecture and interior vision. Every fixture, finish, and furnishing is chosen not just to look right but to feel right-and to align with the construction timetable.

Collaborative visioning: Real-time engagement between designers and builders ensures consistency from blueprint to backdrop.
Material selection: Custom millwork, curated color palettes, designer lighting, and functional furnishings chosen to match your aesthetic and site dynamics.

Sustainable & Green Building Practices

Toronto’s homeowners are increasingly requesting eco-conscious builds, and our team delivers high-performance, environmentally-responsible homes that don’t compromise on design or durability. Every system and surface is evaluated for energy performance, longevity, and environmental impact.

Energy-efficient materials: High-performance windows, insulated wall systems, and sustainable flooring.
Smart home systems: Integrated IoT control for lighting, HVAC, and security for increased efficiency and convenience.
Net-zero ready homes: Strategic design to meet or exceed Step Code and Toronto Green Standards, setting the stage for future carbon neutrality.

FAQ

What types of residential projects do you specialize in?

True Form Construction focuses exclusively on residential work in the Greater Toronto Area. We handle kitchen and bathroom remodels, basement finishing, full-house renovations, home additions, and open-concept transformations. If you’re looking to modernize a century-old home or design-build a brand-new custom space, we’ve done projects that match nearly every vision and scale.

Do I need a separate architect or designer?

No additional hires are needed. Our in-house design-build team includes architectural designers, interior stylists, and technical experts-ready to collaborate under one roof. By combining design and construction through a unified approach, you eliminate the back-and-forth between firms and gain a coherent, streamlined experience. From 3D renderings to construction-ready drawings, every detail begins with your input and ends with professional execution.

How do I know if my renovation meets Toronto zoning requirements?

Our team manages that for you. Before breaking ground, we review your property details against the City’s Zoning Bylaw 569-2013 and confirm compliance through zoning review and permit applications. If a variance is needed, we coordinate Committee of Adjustment submissions. This local expertise reduces delays and ensures your project moves forward through the proper channels right from the start.

How long does a typical project take?

Timelines depend on project scope. For example:

Kitchen renovations: usually completed in 6-8 weeks
Bathroom updates: take about 3-5 weeks
Basement finishes: range from 5-7 weeks
Home additions or full-house renovations: can extend to 4-6 months, including permitting

Each project schedule factors in design, materials procurement, permits, and construction milestones. During planning, you’ll receive a clear construction timeline that stays updated in real-time as work progresses.

What is included in turnkey construction?

Turnkey means done for you-fully managed from concept to completion. Our turnkey packages cover every stage:

Initial design consultation and 3D renderings
Architectural plans and engineering where needed
Permit acquisition and code compliance
Material selection and ordering
On-site construction and project supervision
Final inspection and walk-through

When we hand over the keys, your space is move-in ready-with no loose ends, punch lists, or surprise tasks left behind.

Our Service locations

If you are ready to get to know us better, we will be happy to provide you with our high-quality design build services around the Greater Toronto Area.

Toronto / Scarborough / North York / Etobicoke / Thornhill / Vaughan / Markham