Overview
Design Is the Foundation
Every Metrohomes project starts at the drafting table. As a design-build firm, our architects and designers work alongside our construction team from day one — which means your drawings are buildable, your budget is realistic, and your vision translates directly from rendering to reality.
Whether you're planning a custom new build, a multiplex development, a garden suite, or a major renovation, our in-house design team creates drawings that are practical, code-compliant, and distinctly yours.
Design-Build Integration
Architects and builders collaborate from the start — no disconnect between drawings and construction
Code Compliance
Every design meets Toronto zoning bylaws and Ontario Building Code before permits are filed
Realistic Budgets
Construction expertise built into the design process means no surprises at tender time
3D Visualization
See your project in photorealistic 3D before a single wall goes up
What We Deliver
Design Phases
Concept Design
- ▶Site analysis and zoning review
- ▶Preliminary floor plans and layouts
- ▶Massing studies and design direction
- ▶Initial budget alignment with construction team
Design Development
- ▶Detailed architectural drawings and elevations
- ▶Photorealistic 3D renderings and walkthroughs
- ▶Material and finish selections
- ▶Interior design coordination
Construction Documents
- ▶Permit-ready drawing packages
- ▶Structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering
- ▶Specification schedules for all materials and fixtures
- ▶Full coordination with municipal requirements
Our Process
From Vision to Drawings
01
Discovery Meeting
Understand your vision, lifestyle, and goals for the project.
02
Site Analysis
Evaluate lot conditions, zoning, setbacks, and development potential.
03
Concept Design
Preliminary sketches, floor plan options, and massing studies.
04
Design Review
Present concepts, gather feedback, and refine direction together.
05
Design Development
Detailed drawings, elevations, 3D renderings, and material selections.
06
Engineering
Structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering coordinated in-house.
07
Construction Documents
Permit-ready drawing packages with full specifications.
08
Permit Submission
We submit, liaise with the municipality, and manage approvals.
What to Expect
Timeline & Investment
Typical Design Timeline
2–4 wks
Concept Design
3–6 wks
Design Development
2–4 wks
Engineering
8–16 wks
Permits
Design Investment Ranges
$15K–$25K
Garden Suite Design
$10K–$30K
Renovation Design
$30K–$60K+
New Build / Multiplex Design
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Our design services are offered as part of our integrated design-build process. This ensures seamless coordination between design intent and construction execution, which delivers better results and eliminates the communication gaps common with separate design and construction teams.
Our team uses industry-standard tools including AutoCAD for technical drawings, SketchUp and Lumion for 3D modelling and photorealistic renderings, and project management software for client collaboration and progress tracking.
Our design process includes multiple review stages where you provide feedback and we refine. The number of revisions depends on project scope, but we work collaboratively until you're satisfied with the design before moving to construction documents.
Yes. Our design scope includes interior layouts, material and finish selections, fixture specifications, and overall aesthetic direction. For specialized interior design needs, we coordinate with trusted interior design partners.
When architects and builders collaborate from day one, designs are inherently buildable and budget-conscious. There are no costly redesigns at tender time, no value-engineering surprises, and no communication gaps between separate firms.
We provide exterior and interior photorealistic renderings that show materials, lighting, and spatial relationships. These help you visualize the finished project and make confident design decisions before construction begins.