Turnkey Renovation & Space Planning for Homes and Offices

Book a free design consultation to uncover opportunities in your home or office, align clear scope and budget, and receive an actionable roadmap that blends aesthetics, functionality, and compliance, enabling a smooth, predictable, and beautifully executed turnkey renovation from concept through handover.

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About Our Turnkey Renovation Studio

We are a multidisciplinary team of designers, planners, and construction managers delivering high-performing homes and offices. Our process combines rigorous planning, clear communication, and craftsmanship, transforming complex projects into predictable, beautiful outcomes that honor budgets, schedules, and the way you live and work every day.

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Free Design Consultation

Schedule a no-cost session where we clarify goals, measure constraints, discuss budget ranges, and recommend tailored design directions, ensuring you understand feasibility, potential timelines, and the step-by-step path to a successful turnkey renovation or office fit-out.

What to Expect in Your Consultation

During your consultation, we focus on your priorities, walk through desired outcomes, and examine real constraints like timelines and code implications. You will receive impartial guidance, preliminary options, and realistic next steps that illuminate costs, phasing, and milestones. The session sets a confident foundation for design and delivery.

Measuring and Needs Assessment

We capture accurate measurements, document existing conditions, and interview stakeholders to understand lifestyle, workflow, and storage needs. This ensures layouts reflect actual habits, traffic patterns, light, acoustics, and accessibility. The resulting brief becomes our north star, preventing scope creep and unlocking functional comfort from day one.

Concept Sketches and Preliminary Budget

You will receive early concept sketches that translate your goals into practical layouts, plus a preliminary budget framework. We highlight cost drivers, value-engineering opportunities, and timeline considerations. This clarity enables informed decisions and minimizes surprises by aligning design intent with realistic financial and scheduling parameters before committing.

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Residential Turnkey Renovation

We deliver full-scope home transformations with integrated design, permits, construction management, and finish installation, maintaining schedule and budget discipline while elevating comfort, durability, and resale value through cohesive planning and detailed execution.

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Kitchen and Bathroom Remodeling

Elevate the most-used rooms with improved workflow, storage, moisture control, and timeless finishes, combining technical precision with daily practicality for lasting beauty and easy maintenance.

Kitchen Workflow and Storage

We design ergonomic work triangles, prep surfaces, and appliance placement that reduce steps and clutter. Custom cabinetry, pull-outs, and vertical organization maximize capacity without enlarging footprints. Durable surfaces and ventilation protect air quality and finishes, while lighting layers illuminate tasks and create welcoming ambience for gatherings.

Spa-Style Bathroom Retreats

We combine ventilation, waterproofing, and slip-resistant surfaces with serene aesthetics. Thoughtful lighting, niche storage, and thermostatic controls ensure comfort and safety. We address water pressure, drainage, and sound control, delivering a calming, low-maintenance space that feels indulgent every morning and withstands real family use gracefully.

Durable Surfaces and Fixtures

We guide selections across countertops, tile, plumbing fixtures, and hardware for longevity and easy cleaning. Samples and mockups confirm color and texture under real lighting. Our recommendations balance budget and performance, minimizing maintenance while preserving a refined look that stays resilient against spills, heat, and everyday wear.

Space Planning and Layout Optimization

We translate goals into pragmatic layouts that balance circulation, zoning, storage, and sightlines, using data and real measurements to create spaces that feel intuitive, flexible, and comfortable.

Zoning and Circulation

We define quiet, social, and support zones, then map circulation to avoid bottlenecks and noise conflicts. Sightlines, daylight, and door swings are optimized to reduce wasted space. The plan anticipates growth, future furniture changes, and accessibility needs, keeping spaces adaptable without frequent construction or disruptive rearrangements.

Multifunctional Rooms

We design rooms that flex between work, play, and rest using smart millwork, movable partitions, and convertible furniture. Power, storage, and data are pre-planned to support quick transitions. This versatility preserves calm, reduces clutter, and extracts maximum performance from every square foot throughout the day.

Furniture Planning and Clearances

We right-size furniture to the room, ensuring ergonomic clearances, cable routing, and safe pathways. Scaled plans and 3D views prevent surprises at delivery. We coordinate finishes and proportions so pieces feel integrated, enhancing comfort, acoustics, and visual balance without overfilling or underserving essential functions.

Interior Design and Material Selection

Curated finishes and lighting bring concepts to life, balancing durability, maintenance, and mood while staying aligned with budget and lead times.

Moodboards and Visualization

We build moodboards and 3D views to test palettes, textures, and lighting effects before ordering. This reduces risk, speeds decisions, and keeps stakeholders aligned. Virtual walkthroughs reveal proportions and sightlines, ensuring confidence that the finished space will look and feel exactly as envisioned from the outset.

Material Libraries and Samples

We provide tactile samples of flooring, tile, fabrics, and hardware under realistic lighting conditions. Side-by-side comparisons clarify sheen, texture, and warmth. We evaluate availability, durability ratings, and maintenance needs to avoid delays and costly substitutions, ensuring materials meet performance expectations and aesthetic intent simultaneously.

Lighting Design and Controls

Task, ambient, and accent lighting are layered to enhance comfort, clarity, and mood. Dimmers, scenes, and sensors reduce energy use and simplify daily routines. We pre-plan switching, circuits, and fixture placement so installation is clean, compliant, and adaptable as activities and furniture evolve over time.

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Project Management and Permitting

We manage schedules, trades, documentation, and inspections, aligning all stakeholders behind a clear critical path that protects quality and budget.

  • We develop a critical path schedule with weekly checkpoints and transparent reporting. Dependencies are mapped to prevent idle time. When surprises occur, we re-sequence tasks and deploy contingency resources, maintaining quality without jeopardizing target dates or inflating costs unnecessarily through reactive decision-making under pressure.

  • We assemble drawings, engineer stamps, and specifications required by local authorities and building management. Early coordination reduces review cycles and change orders. Our documentation anticipates common comments, streamlining approvals and ensuring inspections proceed smoothly, keeping construction legal, safe, and fully traceable for future resale or audits.

  • We vet trades, align scopes, and sequence deliveries to reduce site congestion. Daily logs, photo updates, and punch procedures maintain accountability. Clear responsibilities reduce finger-pointing, while proactive issue resolution protects finish quality, prevents rework, and ensures your investment performs exactly as planned for years.

Sustainable and Energy-Efficient Upgrades

We integrate sustainability from insulation to fixtures, lowering utility costs and improving comfort without sacrificing aesthetics or budget control.

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Smart Home and Workplace Technology

Plan integrated systems for comfort, security, and collaboration that feel intuitive and stay reliable as needs evolve.

Home Automation and Scenes

We integrate lighting, climate, and shading into simple scenes controlled by voice, app, or wall keypads. Pre-wiring and network planning reduce clutter and ensure robust performance. Intuitive programming supports daily routines while preserving manual overrides for guests and low-tech users without frustration or confusion.

Office AV and Collaboration

We coordinate conferencing, display, and acoustic treatments to support hybrid meetings with minimal friction. Cable management, device compatibility, and user training are baked into the plan. The result reduces setup time, increases participation, and ensures every space is meeting-ready with consistent, dependable performance across teams.

Security and Access Control

We design camera coverage, smart locks, and entry permissions that balance safety with convenience. Network segmentation and device updates protect privacy. Clear signage and lighting enhance deterrence. The system scales as staff grows, and remote management simplifies access changes without waiting for locksmith appointments or manual key swaps.

Services

From strategic space planning to full turnkey delivery, our services provide clear scope, firm pricing, and accountable project leadership that aligns design intent with execution.

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Concept Design & Space Planning Package

Ideal for homeowners and small offices needing a clear plan before construction, this package includes measured drawings, two layout options, furniture plans, and a finish palette. You also receive a preliminary budget and timeline, enabling confident decisions and competitive bidding without guesswork or costly revisions later.

,950

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Turnkey Home Renovation Management

Comprehensive oversight for gut renovations or major remodels, including detailed design, permit coordination, contractor selection, site supervision, and quality assurance. We maintain schedule discipline, manage change orders, and ensure finishes meet specifications, delivering a move-in-ready home that reflects your lifestyle and long-term goals precisely.

,950

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Office Fit-Out: Planning to Handover

A complete solution for growing teams, covering workplace strategy, code-compliant layouts, AV integration, landlord coordination, and construction management through commissioning. We mitigate disruption, streamline approvals, and deliver a flexible, branded office that supports hybrid collaboration and future growth without repeated reconfiguration costs or delays.

,950

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Quality Assurance and Warranty

Our layered QA and documented warranties ensure the finished space matches drawings and performs as promised over time.

Site Inspections and Checklists

We inspect work at defined milestones with detailed checklists covering structure, mechanicals, and finishes. Photos and notes create a verifiable record, enabling quick corrections before issues propagate. This disciplined approach protects budgets and ensures craftsmanship meets specifications, not just visuals or surface impressions at first glance.

Punch List and Handover

Before completion, we log deficiencies, assign responsibility, and track closure. You receive as-builts, manuals, and maintenance guidance. We walk the space together to confirm performance and function. This ensures a confident move-in, with everything labeled, documented, and ready for real-world use immediately after handover.

Post-Occupancy Support

After move-in, we revisit to fine-tune controls, resolve settling issues, and answer maintenance questions. Warranty items are prioritized, and extended service options are available. This continuity ensures the space keeps delivering comfort and efficiency as seasonal patterns and daily routines evolve throughout the year.

Portfolio and Case Studies

Explore before-and-after transformations that demonstrate our process, craftsmanship, and measurable results across budgets, styles, and building types.

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Budgeting and Transparent Pricing

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We clarify costs early and track them rigorously, offering alternatives that preserve intent while respecting your budget ceiling and timeline.

  • Cost Drivers Explained We identify factors that influence pricing, including scope complexity, structural changes, lead times, and finish grades. By understanding drivers, you can prioritize spend where it matters most. We suggest value-engineering options that protect performance, aesthetics, and schedule without compromising safety or long-term durability in daily use.
  • Phasing and Cash Flow We structure phases to align with milestones and cash flow, reducing financial stress while keeping progress visible. Deposits, draws, and deliverables are tied to measurable outcomes. This transparency enables proactive decisions and avoids mid-project surprises that risk schedules, quality, or team morale unnecessarily.
  • Change Management When scope changes arise, we issue clear pricing and schedule impacts before proceeding. Alternatives are presented with pros, cons, and lifecycle cost implications. This disciplined approach keeps control in your hands and ensures the project remains predictable, even when new ideas or site conditions emerge unexpectedly.

Process and Timeline

Our proven path moves from discovery to handover with measurable checkpoints that keep decisions timely, costs aligned, and stakeholders coordinated.

Discovery to Concept

We begin with interviews, measurements, and inspiration, then develop concept options and rough budgets. Stakeholder feedback narrows the direction. This stage ends with a clear brief and alignment on priorities, enabling detailed design to proceed confidently without revisiting foundational decisions repeatedly or causing costly rework later.

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Detailed Design to Permits

We refine layouts, select materials, and produce documentation for pricing and submission. Engineers confirm structural and mechanical feasibility. Permit packages are assembled early to accelerate approvals. This results in fewer change orders and a smoother construction phase with clearly defined expectations, responsibilities, and realistic timelines throughout.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens during the free design consultation?

We begin by clarifying goals, capturing measurements or floor plans, and discussing budget and timeline expectations. You will receive initial layout ideas and a high-level budget framework, plus guidance on permits and feasibility. The goal is to align scope and priorities so the next steps are clear and low-risk.

How do you ensure projects stay on budget and schedule?

We build a detailed scope, lock key selections early, and create a critical path schedule with weekly checkpoints. Transparent cost tracking, documented change approvals, and proactive procurement reduce surprises. When conditions change, we present options with cost and time impacts, keeping you in control of trade-offs.

Do you handle permits and building approvals?

Yes. We prepare documentation, coordinate engineers, and submit packages to authorities and building management. Our team tracks comments, schedules inspections, and ensures compliance. By addressing code requirements in design, we minimize redesigns, accelerate approvals, and protect your timeline while ensuring a safe, legal, and traceable project.

Can you work while we remain in the space?

Often, yes. We plan phasing, containment, and quiet-hour coordination to limit disruption. Clear zones, dust control, and temporary services maintain daily routines. For offices, we schedule noisy work off-hours. When living in place is impractical, we propose realistic alternatives and targeted timelines to reduce downtime meaningfully.

How are materials and finishes selected?

We present curated options via moodboards, samples, and 3D views, explaining durability, maintenance, and lead times. Side-by-side comparisons clarify trade-offs and availability. Once approved, items are scheduled to arrive before installation. This organized approach reduces delays, protects quality, and ensures the final look matches your vision precisely.

What warranties and post-occupancy support do you provide?

You receive documented warranties for workmanship and manufacturer products, plus as-builts and maintenance guides. We schedule a post-occupancy visit to fine-tune systems and resolve settling issues. Ongoing service options are available, ensuring the space continues to perform beautifully as seasons and routines evolve over time.

Contact Information

Our Location

197 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M5B 0C1, Canada

Email Address

info@plaxomantiro.com

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