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“We had no prior relationship with Oakwood, but were impressed with the quality of staff that we dealt with, from the first contact through to the finished renovation. We needed a variance to be allowed to obtain the proper permits and John Liptak, owner of Oakwood was instrumental in obtaining this on our behalf. Without his personal interest in our renovation, we would not have proceeded with the project. John also gave us the benefit of his years of experience with various suggestions for our room. Our design specialist was wonderful, offering many unique ideas for us to consider, always offering various solutions to meet our budget. We particularly love the windows and paneling in our great room. The quality of the work was top notch. The wood craftsman assigned to our project did an exceptional job on the ceiling beams and the paneling. Dave’s work makes this room so beautiful and unique. The project manager was very knowledgeable and worked on our behalf to make sure that all the little details were dealt with to our satisfaction. Trent was very responsive to our needs and concerns. We can speak to Oakwood’s integrity and professionalism. They wanted the addition to be a room that we would be take pleasure and pride in for many years to come. We truly marvel at the room each day when we enter it. We are very satisfied with our experience and relationship with Oakwood.”

“Rick Shean pulled of pure magic taking our 100 year old tiny farm house into a modern inner city home. His use of light, clean lines and the ability to make any space look much bigger than it is while maintaining a relaxed vibe is very impressive. We had a wonderful experience working with Rick and could not be happier with our new home.”

“I have had the pleasure of working with Malcolm Wildeboer from VW Architects on a number of unique projects. I say unique because each job has been so different in design and build. From churches to custom build homes, every project has been a challenge in a good way to achieve the look the client has ask for and that is what Malcolm is so good at.”

“We contracted with Open Concept Home Design in 2012 to design and build a major addition to our modest 1400 sf bungalow. We met with five other design build companies in the area but were most impressed with OCHD. The design process was handled by Niels, the owner, and it was a fun collaborative process that resulted in a floor plan that met all of our wish list with a beautiful exterior that seemlessly integrated the existing structure. Our home was transformed from a cramped little house to a gracious living space with room to entertain large crowds, closets everywhere (!), a beautiful master bedroom and ensuite and a huge kitchen and adjacent dining area. The end result was everything we wanted and more, on time and on budget (they are known for tight cost control). The building process was extremely well executed with constant oversight by OCHD to ensure that no detail was overlooked. OCHD took care of everything, we only had to make the fun decisions like choosing finishes or paint colours, but even there we were given lots of suggestions when we couldn't decide or were suffering from "decision exhaustion". Yet if we wanted to make changes along the way, those were easily accommodated. If you are a homeowner contemplating a renovation or new build, you would do well to at least meet with OCHD for a free consult. Reasonable construction costs, excellent design sense, a great client-builder relationship, and most importantly a beautiful final product - your new home! I can honestly say that working with OCHD was a pleasure and one of the best things to happen to our family. June 29, 2013”

“25:8 Research + Design designed my new 1500 sq ft house in 2012 in Ottawa, Ontario. The firm's team did an excellent job on the project. The house was a new build in an urban area, which required the demolition of my existing old house and a completely new redesign on a limited budget. The firm provided complete design and project management services and was very knowledgeable about the whole process. Their design team listened closely to my needs and the resulting design was an accurate reflection of the scoping conversations we had.. 25:8 sourced the contractors for the job and actively and competently managed them to ensure the house was completed to a high standard, on time and on budget. I moved in with my family in July 2013 and the house has already been featured in a local design magazine. I couldn't be happier with the results and would highly recommend this company.”

“I have had the good pleasure of working with Amsted Design Build for almost 15 years on a wide range of projects. Their project supervision & construction teams are first rate, and they have provided my clients with many award winning results! They are a great choice for any renovation project.”

“Jane is fantastic to work with. I love her style and the way she thinks outside the box. Her passion for healthy, innovative and sustainable homes is very refreshing.”

““We've had the pleasure of working with Steve at Ardington and Associates for several years. He is extremely competent, hardworking and professional. We trust him not only with most of our working drawings but also design assistance.” Fred Carmosino - Maple Leaf Custom Homes”

“I am a contractor who had the pleasure of working with Brent on a complete bathroom makeover. I found him to be attentive to details and most importantly, open to my opinions about needed changes when I found something that did not fit well. He was a pleasure to work with.”

“Matt with Matt Dorsey Design has been our trusted partner for multiple home renovation projects. Matt's professionalism and exceptional communication skills make working with him a pleasure. He not only listens but also offers valuable insights that improve the final design. We wholeheartedly recommend Matt Dorsey Design for any architectural design needs. Matt is reliable, talented, and ensures a seamless, stress-free process from start to finish. Thank you Matt!”