There are a number of luxury home renovators in the GTA, so it can be difficult to know where to start when you first start thinking about a kitchen or bathroom reno. First, put some careful thought into the reasons for your renovation. Know what you want and why. Pay attention to what works well with your current design and what needs improvement. Consider your existing house; does the reno you’re contemplating fit with the house, with the neighbourhood? Then, decide what the scope of the renovation will be and budget accordingly. (Don’t forget to add a contingency into the budget, in case unexpected costs occur during the process.)

Next, explore the options available to you. For luxury home renovations, you’ll want to choose companies that have served the GTA for a number of years and that have a proven track record. A good place to begin is with a custom cabinet maker. Some of these firms will oversee your entire reno; others will work with other contractors. These companies often have a design consultant who can help you to refine your ideas and come up with a plan.

If you intend to live in your current home for the foreseeable future, why not begin with your boldest ideas? A design consultant will get a good idea of your personal aesthetic if you start with your most interesting vision. You may find that they’ll need to be scaled back, but you’ll probably be able to preserve the essence.