A site analysis is the first critical step to understanding what the potential opportunities and constraints are with any given project. In this stage we look at items such as soil quality, zoning restrictions, vegetation, privacy concerns, and sun exposure.
MEASUREMENTS
In order to begin the design process, we will have an Urban Blueprint team member take all existing site dimensions to prepare as-is drawings.
CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
This stage is very collaborative. We will review key details of the project such as budgets, wish lists, and inspirational photographs. Once the as-is drawings have been completed our team will begin preparing design concepts. These concepts will be compiled into one package that will be presented and reviewed at a conceptual design meeting with our clients.
PRELIMINARY DESIGN PACKAGE
A preliminary design package is the same package that will be submitted for zoning review. This package includes a survey or site plan, floor plans, sections, and elevations.
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
This is the technical stage that will lead us to a detailed package of construction documents. A structural engineer, mechanical designer, and any other applicable consultant will review the design and give input. As our teams of consultants finalize their systems we will make any adjustments accordingly without compromising the integrity of the design.
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
The construction documents will compile all essential architectural, structural, and mechanical components of the project into one integrated package. This provides the necessary detail that our customers and trades people appreciate.
BUILDING PERMITS
At this stage you will be ready to submit the plans for building permits. As a full service firm, we are able to handle all administrative aspects of the process. We work with the city on a day-to-day basis and have extensive experience with the process.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
CLIENTS WHO FEEL RIGHT AT HOME
Warren Dehan
2024-10-30
I have had the pleasure of working with Luca and the Urban Blueprint team on several renovations and am impressed with not only the level of craftsmanship and professionalism of Urban Blueprint and their tradespeople, but also with their measured and calm approach to handle any challenges that inevitably come up during a renovation. We recently had them renovate our entire first floor, including bathrooms, kitchen, and living spaces and we are very happy with the results. I highly recommend Urban Blueprint to anyone considering a renovation, and will definitely use them again in the future.
Olivia Penzo
2024-10-30
We did a third floor addition and built a garage with Urban Blueprint. Their team was a pleasure to work with and their trades did a wonderful job. We had no problem getting approved at committee of adjustment because they know their stuff and the bylaws. They did our plans, designs and permitting. A great team and company!
Walt Luke
2024-10-30
I recently had the pleasure of working with Urban Blueprint on a comprehensive home renovation project that included major overhauls of our kitchen, bathrooms, addition of an outdoor kitchen, covered patio, and coordination with a swimming pool contractor. This project was highly complex and took over a year to complete, but Urban Blueprint managed everything with exceptional expertise and professionalism.
The entire project stayed on budget and was completed within the scheduled timeframe, which is a testament to their outstanding project management skills. Their team is extremely knowledgeable in all trades, ensuring that every aspect of the renovation was executed to the highest standards.
From start to finish they demonstrated excellent coordination and communication, making sure all contractors were aligned and tasks were completed seamlessly. The attention to detail and dedication to quality was evident in every phase of the project.
I highly recommend them for anyone considering a home renovation. Their ability to handle complex projects efficiently and effectively is truly impressive, and I would not hesitate to use their services again in the future.
Thank you, Luca and Team, for transforming our home into a dream space!
Bruce Green
2024-05-22
Shannon and I are so happy to have chosen Urban Blueprint to design, complete and furnish the renovation of our Toronto Beach home. We feel extremely fortunate to have chosen such a great team to work with. Natasha, Luca, Jiya and Andrea totally got what we wanted, communicated well throughout the process and finished on time!
Nicolas Tyers
2023-12-12
Luca, Natasha and the Urban Blueprint team were a pleasure to work with on the rebuild of our Leslieville home. They were professional, honest, and made good decisions throughout design and construction, and we are thrilled with the result.
They took our project through design, approvals (via Committee of Adjustment) construction and move in. During design they were flexible, creative and efficient and provided nice renderings that made it easy to understand what the project would look like. At construction they provided an honest budget that they were able to hit - a small miracle given the COVID disruptions, trade shortages and inflation occurring while we were building. On post construction they have been good at tying up loose ends and getting trades back in to work on deficiencies.
I really appreciated their honest upfront approach; they didn’t lowball and then charge a bunch of extras which made everything on the project a lot easier. Their management of the schedule was also good, and Luca and Andrea put in extra care to make sure we were able to move into our house before our baby was born which was extra special to us.
If we build another house we would certainly use them again.
Jeremie Seguinot
2023-10-02
I write this review with such pride to the owners and associates of Urban Blueprint. My home was renovated by this company and all I can say is that there professionalism and knowledge was first class. From the drawings to the construction to the installations, everything went according to plan and on time. Natasha with her interior design knowledge and Luca as the face, I would recommend this company to do your renovation hands down. The workmanship and the craftsmanship is incredible. I couldn’t be any happier for what they did. Thank you a million times.
Brian LeNguyen
2023-01-28
Working with Luca, Natasha, and Pradnya along with the rest of the UB team was a pleasant experience. They did an excellent job to help bring our kitchen renovation vision to life!!
Farzad F
2022-12-31
We have been working with Luca for past few years! It’s truly been a pleasure working with him and his projects. I would definitely recommend them to homeowners looking for reliable organization to work with
Dillon Grace
2022-12-21
Amazing to work with, organized and detail oriented. Always a pleasure.
Niels Dekker
2022-11-22
The Urban Blueprint team was a pleasure to work with as a vendor for their recent Leslieville project. Taking many moving parts that often add to extra organization and streamlining this with their advanced up to date software. Which allowed our part of the project to be completed efficiently.
