David R. Smith Design Inc.

Drafting Service
Toronto ON M4L 2Z5
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Franco42
Franco42
0 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Extensive (full gut) renovation (underpin) and addition + laneway suite

Been working on our forever home project with David for over 2 years now. Nothing but care and class! He designed our beautiful home from the ground up on what is an extemely challenging lot. Took on committee of adjustements and permits with an expert touch. He works closely with our general contractor to ensure nothing is amiss throughout the whole process. Seamless experience. With David you are in safe hands.

Approximate cost of services:
$25,000.00
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adam from Toronto
adam from Toronto
4 reviews Old Toronto, ON
10/10

David: Turning Vision into Reality with Professionalism

Over the last 10 years, weve had the pleasure of working with an exceptional Designer who truly exceeded all expectations! David not only brought our multiple home addition dreams to life, but also crafted a stunning concept for our pool house.

From the initial consultation to the final reveal, David showcased an unparalleled level of expertise and creativity. His ability to listen attentively to our ideas and translate them into innovative designs was truly impressive.

Working with David is a bit of a journey from conception to construction. It all starts with a multitude of concepts, accompanied by impressive 3D visualizations, which really helped us to visualize the end result. Once we landed on a design, David led us through navigating the complex process of dealing with the Committee of Adjustments. His expertise in this area was invaluable, as he not only handled the intricacies of the process, but also represented us effectively. Once we successfully cleared the Committee of Adjustments, David was able to obtain the building permit, and construction began!

We highly recommend David to anyone seeking a Designer who not only excels in design innovation but also is able to take you through the approval and construction review process.

Approximate cost of services:
$7,500.00
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A very sincere thank you Adam for posting such a generous review on my behalf, I really appreciate it. Working with you over the years has been a fantastic experience for me and I am truly grateful for your openness to my ideas and your own creative vision. As a team, I think we were able to collaborate really well together and the end results have been stunning. For any Designer, having a client trust them with multiple projects over the years is truly the greatest compliment and for this I am also very grateful. Thank you again for the many opportunities in which to grow and develop my design capabilities and our collaborations together which helped to create a home and property that you and the family can enjoy for years to come. Looking forward to the next one, in the meantime, take care and all the best!

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Ajax, ON
10/10

136 Kenilworth

David was an excellent choice for our renovation project and well suited. We developed a design timeline once contracted to understand when the variances and permit would be approved, and David met this timeline with no delay. David's drawings are neat, clear, and concise, and his 3D model helped us understand and visual the space for the renovation, down to very specific details. David always went the extra mile to his provide input and expertise which we took value in.
Now into construction, David has been supporting with any drawing changes that we require to update our contractor.

Approximate cost of services:
$11,000.00
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Many thanks Simon for taking the time to post this review, I know you guys are knee deep in construction right now, so it means that much more to me that you found the time. You and Meghan were a pleasure to work with; you were both exceptionally organized from the start and had a very clear vision of what you were looking to accomplish. Both of these elements combined to help this project move so effortlessly and efficiently. I love what you guys are doing to the house and can’t wait to see the finished build. As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything. Thanks again and take care!

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Ajax, ON
10/10

Basement Renovation

We have had a fantastic experience working with David and would 100% recommend his services. From his knowledge and expertise in design and construction, to always being in consistent communication with us -- we couldn't be happier with the process of our basement re-design. David walked us through basement design ideas and options for our space, explaining all the details and always happy to answer any questions and concerns we had. He was very patient with us through numerous rounds of changes, taking the time to ensure that our requirements were fulfilled. In addition to being an exceptional designer, his professionalism and kindness make it easy and enjoyable to work with him. David also took care of the entire permit process for us and his in-depth knowledge of this aspect is very evident. It's been nothing but a smooth and seamless experience. While David's primary responsibilities are tapering off for our renovation, he has reassured us that he will remain accessible throughout the project's duration. We would not hesitate to work with David on any future projects and will definitely be recommending him to friends and family!

Approximate cost of services:
$10,000.00
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A very sincere thank you Christine and Ben, for taking the time to post such a kind and generous review. You guys were amazing to work with, your relaxed nature and easy going personalities really made the entire process and experience that much nicer. I am so happy that everything went as smoothly as it did and we were able to expedite the permits. I can’t wait to see the finished space, especially the serving counter that will combine the new kitchen with the converted garage area. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need anything else from me. Thanks again and all the best!

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Ajax, ON
10/10

Home Renovation

We found David online and have had nothing but a great relationship with him. From day 1 he was professional and open to working with all ideas while suggesting some great ones to help build the picture of what we wanted our home to look like.
Our story goes back into 2019 as we had complete plans for our home and he introduced us to his contractor who was amazing as well! We had the first part of our renovation complete where David had everything in place to continue on in a timely manner. Everything was by the books and we had little surprises from the project.
The 2nd part came into effect in 2023 where we had the ability to complete the next part. He helped again go over everything, getting the permits and suggesting extending our underpin which has gone tremendous so far (still underway as I write). This he did at no added cost!
David has been a big part in making our home into what we would like it to look like being our forever home! We're very fortunate to have chosen him in our plans, and I know when we get into the last stage of what we would like, he will be there with his great designs, ideas and professionalism!

Approximate cost of services:
$10,000.00
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Thank you so much Brent for taking the time to post this review, it means a great deal to me. Working with you and Jackie over the years and having had the opportunity to collaborate on your forever home is something that I will always be grateful for. It’s always nice to see stages of the project progress and be completed and I love how living in the same house evolves and feels new again with the completion of each stage. You guys were an absolute pleasure to work with and I welcome the chance to do it again in the future. Take care and all the best!

Eileen  in Scarborough
Eileen in Scarborough
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Home Extention - garage with rooms, bathrooms above.

Couldn't be happier with David. R. Smith Design Inc.
We are building an extention (garage with rooms over the top). David did all the design iterations and dealt with the City for permits etc on our behalf. The whole process was seamless! His follow up was amazing, he answered all our questions in a timely manner and never made us feel like we had a silly question (which I'm sure I had plenty). The permits were granted ahead of schedule, and I am in no doubt that David's reputation with the City preceeds him. David is extremely professional and just generally a really nice person to do business with. I am already recommending him to anyone who asks!

Approximate cost of services:
$10,500.00
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A sincere thank you Eileen for posting such a generous and kind review. I know you guys are juggling a lot right now, so it means that much more to me that you found the time. You and Ken were such a pleasure to work with and I am thrilled that we were able to optimize that side of the house and address so many of your needs in the process. To go from an open side yard that was disorganized and unsightly, to a full integral garage with a guest room, bathroom and study above, I think really helped to maximize the property (and its resale value) and will certainly give everyone a little more space as the kids get older. I can’t wait to see the finished build and please do reach out once it’s completed. Thanks again for the opportunity to collaborate, take care and all the best!

JohnP
JohnP
0 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Home addition and alterations design

David was recommended to us by neighbours he had recently help plan for their home renovation. He has been extremely helpful guiding us through the planning and building permit application and committee of adjustments process. He was very patient and always answered our questions professionally and in a timely manner. We would highly recommend him to anyone in Toronto planning a home addition and/or renovation.

Approximate cost of services:
$10,000.00
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A sincere thank you John for taking the time to post such a generous HomeStars review. I know that the project is under construction and that you guys have a lovely new baby to care for as well, so it means that much more to me that you found the time and energy to post this on my behalf. You and Tina were wonderful to work with; you were pragmatic yet flexible and were clear with regards to your needs for the project. All of this helped us move through things very efficiently and really contributed to how smoothly the entire process was. I also greatly appreciated your perspective on things and as an Engineer your professionalism and attention to detail. I think we made a great team and I am very excited to see the final outcome when construction is completed. Thanks again for the opportunity to collaborate and take care!

Laura in Toronto
Laura in Toronto
0 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Architectural Drawings for Full House Reno

David is so much more than just a designer. He helped us through the entire process of drawings, CoA, applications and permitting. He even connected us with our GC. He was incredibly patient with us, going through multiple iterations of drawings so our needs were met and working well with our designers and other service providers. He was very professional and meticulous. He took us through the whole CoA process without us having to lift a finger. I would highly recommend David for any type of renovation drawings, especially if you're looking for someone to assist with permitting too. Thank you David for everything you did for us!

Approximate cost of services:
$20,000.00
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A sincere thank you Laura for the kind and generous review, I really appreciate you taking the time to post it. Working with you and Tim on this project was a pleasure, you are both so relaxed and easy going and I think that the three of us collaborated very well together. I can’t wait to see how the new third floor addition integrates with the remainder of the existing building. I am excited to see how seamless the exterior of the building will look and whether or not you will be able to tell that the third floor is in fact new. I love the idea of renovating buildings in a way that keeps the original character and blends the new with old seamlessly, and I think your house will be a fantastic example of this. In addition, I am excited to see all of the new interior space and the many tweaks we came up with for each floor level. Overall, I think the house will be stunning and I look forward to seeing it once complete. Take care and all the best!

Satisfied customer
Satisfied customer
1 review Toronto, ON
10/10

Design with confidence!

I am working with David and his recommended contractor on a renovation to my 1923 semi. The project is about 1/3 the way to completion. David has worked with me since last July to create a space that honours the history of the house and brings 21st century light! David has both the design acumen and the technical know how - old world tape measure and technology! He is careful, detailed and most of all - available through each step of the process! As the project unfolds I am happy to share photos!

Approximate cost of services:
$10,000.00
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Thank you Sheryl for such a wonderful review, I really appreciate you taking the time to post it. Working with you on your house has been such a fantastic experience, I am always blown away as to how different a space can feel when you remove a few walls and optimize sightlines and flow. The transformation of your ground floor from what it was to what it is now is remarkable, it’s hard to believe that the overall dimensions of the house have not changed, considering how much larger and more open everything feels. Collaborating has been so much fun, I love the energy you bring to every meeting and your openness to my suggestions and ideas. I think we make a great team and I can’t wait to see the finished product, and hear all about the first dinner party you host once you're back in the house. Thanks again and all the best!

Sara from Toronto
Sara from Toronto
3 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

2-Storey + Basement Addition

Working with David to get our project off the ground has been an exceptional experience. He is skilled in helping clients feel knowledgeable and at ease in a potentially daunting process. I can't imagine we would have proceeded with our addition without his guidance. We had a wish list, but didn't know where to start, and right from the beginning David was able to help us set reasonable parameters around feasibility and timing, as well as provide us with useful contacts and anecdotes.

From our very first meeting with David, we could tell that he was a great listener and very quickly able to formulate a clear understanding of our needs. The drawings David produced were creative and professional and reflected exactly what we were hoping for. The drawings have been instrumental in communicating with contractors and other professionals. He also navigated the entire permitting process for us, which proceeded without a hitch.

David has a structured yet flexible approach, with very precise communication that leads to a stress-free and efficient process. We would highly recommend his services - especially to anyone feeling overwhelmed at the thought of home renovations.

Even though his key role is winding down for our addition, David has assured us that he will continue to be available for the duration of the project, and we look forward to having him as a trusted resource.

Approximate cost of services:
$1.00
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Company Response

A very sincere thank you Sara for posting such a kind and generous review on my behalf. I know how busy you and Alex are, so this means a great deal to me. Although I very much appreciate everything you have said regarding my abilities and approach, I would give more credit to you and Alex for having the capacity to absorb so much information quickly and make smart decisions from it. Long story short, I think we worked great together and the end product is a testament to this. I think the proposed additions to the home will truly unlock its potential and deliver the space and functionality your growing family needs. I can’t wait to see the finished build!

Finally and to echo your review, please rest assured that I will continue to be available should you need me during the construction stage, please don’t hesitate to reach out if you think I can be of service. Thanks again and take care!

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More about David R. Smith Design Inc.

Providing an honest and relaxed approach to the design experience.

David Smith is a registered BCIN Designer with almost two decades worth of experience in the industry of Architecture and Design/Build. Specializing in residential additions, alterations and new buildings in the Toronto area.

CATEGORIES
Drafting Service
SERVICES
Simply put, our services encompass the spectrum required to fully meet the needs of our clients. As a boutique firm we never over sell our time, ensuring that there is always adequate man power available to effectively meet the needs of our clients immediately. We understand that with a renovation of any size, a budget is a necessity and it’s for this reason that we offer fixed fee proposals for all projects. We quote on projects of all sizes and complexities and work with a network of Architects and Engineers, if we are not in a position to meet the needs of your specific project, we can put you in touch with the professionals that can.
SPECIALITIES
Design, visualization and the permit process.
WEBSITE
https://davidrsmith.ca
YEAR ESTABLISHED
2010
PAYMENT METHOD
Email Money Transfer, Cheque, Bitcoin
LICENSES
BCIN# 41498 & 43686 House & Small Buildings
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
PROJECT RATE
Fixed Fee Proposal
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
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