Custom Homes

Design-Build Services: Custom Homes

Are you looking for a custom home in Toronto East that meets your exact specifications? Why settle for your existing home when we can design and build your dream home from scratch? With our custom home design and build services, you can have the home you’ve always wanted, tailored to your unique needs and preferences. Our team of expert craftsmen have years of experience working with older homes in Toronto East, and we know how to ensure your custom home meets the highest standards of quality and style. We will work with you to ensure your dream home stays within your budget and delivers the best possible value. With our transparent and accountable approach, you can trust that your custom home will be built to your exact specifications, on time and on budget.

Types of Custom Homes

There are two types of custom home builds that we specialize in: new home builds and existing home rebuilds. While each option has its unique advantages and disadvantages, the decision ultimately comes down to your specific needs and preferences. With a new home build, everything is completely brand new, providing you with the opportunity to design and build your dream home from scratch. Starting from the ground up allows for complete creative control over the layout, features, and overall design of your home. Plus, you won’t have to worry about any existing structural or design limitations, making the customization options limitless. On the other hand, existing home rebuilds allow us to take advantage of the existing footprint of your home. While it may seem limiting at first, this approach has its advantages, particularly when working with older Toronto homes. By focusing on reusing as much of the existing structure as possible, we can keep costs down and preserve the unique character and charm of your home. Additionally, we can leverage any close proximity to property lines or other unique characteristics of your property. No matter which option you choose, we will work with you every step of the way to ensure that your custom home is everything you’ve ever wanted and more. Our experience with older homes in the Toronto East area has equipped us with the knowledge and skills to tackle any design or construction challenge that may arise.

New Home Build

This is the worry free option as you know that everything has been done at the sametime and is done with modern construction techniques and materials. Nothing has to be leveled, flattened or added to, as it is all done right the first time. The downside is that there are quite a few additional costs associated with a new build, such as development and new service fees to name a few. When you go with a new build custom home you have to take into account there will be extra costs involved to do so. Please review this option carefully before choosing to go in this direction as nine times out of ten if your home is located on a smaller lot in Toronto, this option is not ideal.

Existing Home Rebuild

An existing home rebuild is probably our most popular option as it gives virtually the same finished product but without all the headache that comes with a new build. As long as you can make 50% of the existing exterior walls work for the layout of your new custom home, this option makes a lot of sense. You don’t have to throw your old home in the dump which helps the environment by reducing construction waste. You don’t have to worry about any development or extra service fees, as renovations are treated differently by the city. You still end up  with the same home of your dreams as the finished products look the same.  The down side to this approach is that there can be a lot of work involved in making what you currently have into something that works with your dream home. Sometimes you existing home is too far gone or your new dream home requires too many changes to make this option as feasible one. Make sure to review the limitations of this option clearly during the design phase of your project.

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Need Design Services Also ?

Our services include full design and permitting packages for all of our build services listed here. 

Common Custom Home Questions

Yes we provide design and permitting services for all of our build services 

Anywhere between 10 to 13 months depending on the scope of work involved.

Please fill out our contact form and attach the files you currently have. We will get back to within 24hrs to set up an initial consultation meeting. After we have met to discuss your project in detail. A full scope of work budget will be provided along with all pertinent timelines also. 

A min of 2 years any anything we have installed. A detailed warranty package is provided to all of our clients at time of contract signing. 

Woodsmith Construction is first and foremost one of the leading contractors serving the GTA. We at Rigid Frame Structural Engineers Inc. provide structural engineering consulting for them. Woodsmith always adhere to the drawings and regulations in all of their construction projects. We also find Chris and all his crews to be very respectful. We recommend Woodsmith to all our clients who like to tackle renovations.

Woodsmith Construction completed a project for us in a timely and professional manner. The quality of their workmanship is superb. Communication between them and us was informative, courteous and collaborative. We would highly recommend them.

Rick Wilson
Rick Wilson2020-03-31
Google

We worked with Chris Smith and Woodsmith Construction Inc. on the design for a garage addition, and the experience was fantastic. The project included adding attic trusses to create a new walk-in closet and laundry room that seamlessly connected to our existing main bedroom. Chris’s goal was to make the addition feel like it had always been part of the home, and he absolutely nailed it.From the start, Chris took the time to understand what we needed and came up with a design that not only maximized the functionality of the space but also kept the style consistent with the rest of the house. He paid close attention to every detail, from the layout to the finishes, ensuring everything worked perfectly with our main bedroom.The design makes such smart use of the space, and it feels like a natural extension of the home rather than an afterthought. Chris was great to work with—responsive, creative, and incredibly knowledgeable. He even provided advice on how to approach the construction phase, which made us feel confident moving forward.If you’re looking for someone to bring your vision to life with a thoughtful and practical design, we highly recommend Chris Smith and Woodsmith Construction. The design he created for us has truly enhanced our home. Our construction is well under way and we are already seeing the great design come to life!

Steve F
Steve F2024-12-03
Google

We worked with Chris Smith and Woodsmith Construction Inc. on a large-scale renovation of our east-end semi and we couldn’t be happier with the finished product. The project included adding a third floor, underpinning the basement, and updating the interior throughout the house. Chris handled both the design and the build, and he is incredibly knowledgeable about all stages of the process. He was professional and responsive and always had our best interests at heart. His team was hard-working and respectful and they were all a pleasure to work with.Chris was professional, calm, and reasonable in working with our neighbours at all stages of the process and earned a very positive reputation among people on the street who saw the process and admired the result. The final product maintains the same exterior character of the home while updating the interior and making it a hundred times more functional for our family. It is a total transformation from what it used to be and we thank Chris for his vision and guidance throughout the process.Chris and his team were organized, professional, and always on top of the details. They kept us in the loop throughout the project and made sure everything was done to the highest standard. We would not hesitate to recommend Woodsmith to anyone undertaking a residential renovation – he is one of the hardest-working people we know and we are very grateful for his expertise and dedication.

D Volpe
D Volpe2024-12-01
Google

Emmanuel Moysis
Emmanuel Moysis2019-03-31
Google

Cristina Blesa
Cristina Blesa2023-12-06
Google

Woodsmith construction just completed a gut job and garage addition for my husband and I and it was the best experience I could have hoped for especially given all the renovation horror stories we have heard. They were so professional, helpful, diligent and responsive and the quality of the renovation was first class. I would recommend anyone to hire Woodsmith construction for all their needs whether it is a renovation or a new build. We could not be happier with the outcome and our newly renovated home.

Design-Build services custom-tailored to your needs. Start your home renovation journey with us and see what’s possible.

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