Carolyn Goodman
2 months ago
Urban Studio completed a major renovation of our home in Summerhill. The project included removing few load-bearing wall to create an open-concept layout, complete gut of two floors, updating electrical and plumbing, and improving insulation throughout the house, redoing the kitchen and three bathrooms, Once some of the interior walls were opened, a few unforeseen issues came up, including older water stack, damage in the framing and outdated wiring that did not meet current code requirements, What we appreciated was that the issues were explained clearly and we were updated throughout the process. Based on the firm price contract, several of the unexpected items were handled by Urban Studio without additional charges, which we thought was fair and professional. Because of those unforeseen issues, the project ended up taking about two weeks longer than originally expected, but we understood why the extra time was needed and appreciated that the team took the time to do things properly instead of rushing through the work.
Joseph is extremely punctual and an excellent problem solver. Throughout the project, he consistently came up with practical solutions to the various challenges we encountered along the way. His strong communication and project management skills significantly enhanced our overall experience and made the entire process much smoother.
One thing we especially appreciated was their boutique showroom experience. Urban Studio had a curated selection of flooring, cabinetry, countertops, hardware, and other samples in one place, which made the selection process much easier and helped us visualize everything together. Natasha gave us practical recommendations based on our space and lifestyle rather than just trying to upsell materials. Kam, the project coordinator helped keep everything organized on site. very responsive whenever we had questions or needed updates. I must add their trades are all friendly and respectful.
In the end, the house feels much more functional and updated while still keeping the character of the original home. Overall, My husband and I had an excellent experience with Urban Studio and would highly recommend Joseph and his team for large renovation projects.
Joseph is extremely punctual and an excellent problem solver. Throughout the project, he consistently came up with practical solutions to the various challenges we encountered along the way. His strong communication and project management skills significantly enhanced our overall experience and made the entire process much smoother.
One thing we especially appreciated was their boutique showroom experience. Urban Studio had a curated selection of flooring, cabinetry, countertops, hardware, and other samples in one place, which made the selection process much easier and helped us visualize everything together. Natasha gave us practical recommendations based on our space and lifestyle rather than just trying to upsell materials. Kam, the project coordinator helped keep everything organized on site. very responsive whenever we had questions or needed updates. I must add their trades are all friendly and respectful.
In the end, the house feels much more functional and updated while still keeping the character of the original home. Overall, My husband and I had an excellent experience with Urban Studio and would highly recommend Joseph and his team for large renovation projects.
Jonathan Collins
3 months ago
Working with Urban Studio on our custom home in Midtown Toronto has been one of the best decisions my wife and I made. This was a major project for us, and from the very beginning, Joseph and his team gave us the confidence that we were in the right hands. We started the design process about two years ago. At that stage, we had ideas but needed the right team to help shape them into something practical and well thought out. Joseph really took his time to understand how we wanted to live in the home, not just how it should look, and that made a big difference. He was very patient and guided us through every step, including zoning, Committee of Adjustment, and permits, which can be overwhelming.
Once construction started, the process was very organized. The build itself took about 14 months, and throughout that time, communication was consistent and transparent. We always knew what stage we were at, what was coming next, and if any decisions were needed from us. That level of clarity made a stressful process feel much more manageable.
What stood out to me the most was how everything was handled under one roof. The design-build approach really streamlined the entire project. There was no disconnect between design and construction, and it showed in both the efficiency and the final result. The quality of workmanship and attention to detail throughout the house is something we appreciate every day.
Joseph is very knowledgeable, solution-oriented and easy to work with. Whenever something came up, as it inevitably does in a project of this scale, he addressed it quickly and professionally. His team, including Kam the project coordinator were also excellent: respectful, skilled, and clearly experienced.
Now that the project is complete, we can honestly say the end result exceeded our expectations. The house feels exactly how we envisioned it, both in terms of design and functionality. I would highly recommend Urban Studio to anyone looking to build a custom home or take on a major renovation. It’s a big commitment, and having the right team makes all the difference.
Once construction started, the process was very organized. The build itself took about 14 months, and throughout that time, communication was consistent and transparent. We always knew what stage we were at, what was coming next, and if any decisions were needed from us. That level of clarity made a stressful process feel much more manageable.
What stood out to me the most was how everything was handled under one roof. The design-build approach really streamlined the entire project. There was no disconnect between design and construction, and it showed in both the efficiency and the final result. The quality of workmanship and attention to detail throughout the house is something we appreciate every day.
Joseph is very knowledgeable, solution-oriented and easy to work with. Whenever something came up, as it inevitably does in a project of this scale, he addressed it quickly and professionally. His team, including Kam the project coordinator were also excellent: respectful, skilled, and clearly experienced.
Now that the project is complete, we can honestly say the end result exceeded our expectations. The house feels exactly how we envisioned it, both in terms of design and functionality. I would highly recommend Urban Studio to anyone looking to build a custom home or take on a major renovation. It’s a big commitment, and having the right team makes all the difference.
Gunner Legault
3 months ago
We had a great experience working with Joseph and his team on our home in Midtown (Mount Pleasant East). Our project was a full second-floor addition to our bungalow, along with a complete renovation of the main floor and basement, so it was a major undertaking, and they handled it very well from start to finish.
Joseph and Parisa supported us early on with the conceptual design. They really took the time to understand our ideas and our family’s need for more space. They developed the plans and guided us through the process. After the Committee of Adjustment process and securing all the necessary permits, construction began in August of last year, and now, about 9 months later, we’re ready to enjoy the summer in our new home.
Urban Studio removed the existing roof on our bungalow, raised the main floor ceiling height to 9 feet, and built a full second floor, effectively doubling our living space. The transformation is incredible. The basement was also fully underpinned to 9-foot ceilings, and it honestly doesn’t feel like a basement anymore, it’s bright, open, and has become one of our favourite areas in the house. The difference is night and day.
Joseph has a great eye for detail and brings a lot of experience to the table. He’s responsive, easy to work with, and communicated clearly throughout the project while keeping things on budget. Kam, our project coordinator, was always available to answer questions, provide updates, and ensure the site remained clean and organized.
Urban Studio’s team of trades are true professionals, skilled, respectful, and clearly take pride in their work. Overall, we’re extremely happy with the result and would confidently recommend Joseph and his team to anyone planning to build an addition.
Joseph and Parisa supported us early on with the conceptual design. They really took the time to understand our ideas and our family’s need for more space. They developed the plans and guided us through the process. After the Committee of Adjustment process and securing all the necessary permits, construction began in August of last year, and now, about 9 months later, we’re ready to enjoy the summer in our new home.
Urban Studio removed the existing roof on our bungalow, raised the main floor ceiling height to 9 feet, and built a full second floor, effectively doubling our living space. The transformation is incredible. The basement was also fully underpinned to 9-foot ceilings, and it honestly doesn’t feel like a basement anymore, it’s bright, open, and has become one of our favourite areas in the house. The difference is night and day.
Joseph has a great eye for detail and brings a lot of experience to the table. He’s responsive, easy to work with, and communicated clearly throughout the project while keeping things on budget. Kam, our project coordinator, was always available to answer questions, provide updates, and ensure the site remained clean and organized.
Urban Studio’s team of trades are true professionals, skilled, respectful, and clearly take pride in their work. Overall, we’re extremely happy with the result and would confidently recommend Joseph and his team to anyone planning to build an addition.
Kevin Livingston
4 months ago
My wife and I had a fantastic experience working with Urban Studio on our home renovation in midtown Toronto. From start to finish, their team was professional, courteous, and highly creative. They helped us design and build a beautiful new kitchen and transform our main floor into a space that is both functional and inviting.
What really stood out was the leadership of Joseph. He is a man of integrity with great energy, and he clearly cares about both the quality of the work and the people he serves. That made a real difference throughout the project.
We’re very pleased with the results and would strongly encourage anyone considering a home renovation to look into Urban Studio. They’re a team you can trust to bring your vision to life.
What really stood out was the leadership of Joseph. He is a man of integrity with great energy, and he clearly cares about both the quality of the work and the people he serves. That made a real difference throughout the project.
We’re very pleased with the results and would strongly encourage anyone considering a home renovation to look into Urban Studio. They’re a team you can trust to bring your vision to life.
Durga and Kevin
5 months ago
We are currently working with Urban Studio on a 20-foot extension to the back of our house, and the experience has been phenomenal.
We were dreading the constant trek to the west end, where almost all the major supply stores are located. Finding this beautiful studio so conveniently located in the midtown neighbourhood has been a massive time-saver.
The studio itself is stunning and offers a top-tier selection of wood flooring, tile, and countertops. What we appreciated most was their team helped us source tiles based on our inspiration photo. It helped me see all my design choices together in one place and ensure I have a cohesive design.
The Urban Studio team also provided invaluable design advice and expertise, helping us navigate the complexities of a large-scale addition. If you’re looking for a local team that combines high-end design with practical convenience, we can’t recommend them enough!
We were dreading the constant trek to the west end, where almost all the major supply stores are located. Finding this beautiful studio so conveniently located in the midtown neighbourhood has been a massive time-saver.
The studio itself is stunning and offers a top-tier selection of wood flooring, tile, and countertops. What we appreciated most was their team helped us source tiles based on our inspiration photo. It helped me see all my design choices together in one place and ensure I have a cohesive design.
The Urban Studio team also provided invaluable design advice and expertise, helping us navigate the complexities of a large-scale addition. If you’re looking for a local team that combines high-end design with practical convenience, we can’t recommend them enough!
Nick Zeibots
6 months ago
We had our home renovated by Urban Studio back in 2022 and they have fully honoured their 5 year warranty without any trouble. They had somebody come quickly when we had some issues with one of the cabinets and have recently reimbursed for a smoke detector that became faulty.
Elie Mansour
9 months ago
We worked with Joseph and the Urban Studio team to add a full second floor to our 100+ year old bungalow in the Beeches neighbourhood, which required gutting the main floor and navigating several complex challenges throughout the project. Over 1000 sq. ft was added to our home and Urban Studio designed and built the master-bedroom with an ensuite bath and walk in closet, as well as two bedroom and an additional bathroom for our children. The Architect Parisa, whom designed the entirety of the house did a great job dealing with permits in a swift and efficient manner.
Joseph and the Urban Studio team handled every stage with grace, precision, and a level of professionalism that truly sets them apart.
He was fully transparent about any impacts to the budget, never nickel-and-dimed us, and consistently looked for opportunities to save us money without compromising quality. Despite the scale and complexity of the renovation, he delivered the project on time and within the agreed-upon budget outlined in our contract.
We’re extremely satisfied with the results and would highly recommend Joseph and Urban Studio to anyone looking for a design and build firm.
Joseph and the Urban Studio team handled every stage with grace, precision, and a level of professionalism that truly sets them apart.
He was fully transparent about any impacts to the budget, never nickel-and-dimed us, and consistently looked for opportunities to save us money without compromising quality. Despite the scale and complexity of the renovation, he delivered the project on time and within the agreed-upon budget outlined in our contract.
We’re extremely satisfied with the results and would highly recommend Joseph and Urban Studio to anyone looking for a design and build firm.
Ehsan Azad
9 months ago
We hired them for a full renovation of our main and second floors in our Leaside home, and the experience exceeded our expectations from start to finish. Urban Studio team was fantastic, professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely supportive every step of the way. Their team of tradesmen equally impressive! Each person was skilled and experienced and respectful of our home. Urban Studio’s team attention to detail and quality of workmanship are evident throughout our new space. Thanks to Parisa, our architect, we absolutely love our new open concept main floor layout, and the second floor is now so much more practical and functional. From Debra and Parisa in the office to Joe, our project manager who met with us at the house every few weeks to review progress, everyone at Urban Studio was friendly, easy to communicate with, and genuinely committed to bringing our vision to life. We’re thrilled with the final result and would highly recommend them to anyone planning a renovation in Toronto.
Patrick Benson
1 year ago
We hired Urban Studio for a large home addition and renovation project. The experience was exceptional from start to finish. As a growing family, we knew we needed more space, but we also wanted to preserve the charm and character of our older home. Joseph and his team understood that right away. From the initial design phase through construction, the process was smooth and well-organized. Having one point of contact for both the design and build made a huge difference as it eliminated the back-and-forth we’ve experienced with other contractors in the past. Joseph was always responsive, punctual, transparent, and genuinely invested in making sure every detail was right. The new addition blends in so seamlessly with our existing home that you’d never guess it wasn’t part of the original structure. The quality of workmanship is outstanding, and every trade involved was professional, respectful, and clearly well-managed by Joseph.
The project was completed on time and within budget, which we know is no small feat in today’s market. We now have a home that looks beautiful and functions so much better for our family’s day-to-day life. We’re incredibly grateful to the Urban Studio team and would confidently recommend them to anyone looking to take on a major renovation or home addition in Toronto.
The project was completed on time and within budget, which we know is no small feat in today’s market. We now have a home that looks beautiful and functions so much better for our family’s day-to-day life. We’re incredibly grateful to the Urban Studio team and would confidently recommend them to anyone looking to take on a major renovation or home addition in Toronto.
Katy Shulaeva
1 year ago
We chose Urban Studio for our home renovation project because of their unique, seamless approach that combines both design and construction under one roof. We hired them for a complete gut renovation and to build a second-floor addition on our bungalow. Joseph and his team are truly exceptional. From the start, Joseph’s knowledge, professionalism, and punctuality stood out. He kept us informed at every stage of the project, ensuring the process was smooth and stress-free. All of the trades involved were highly professional, working efficiently under Joseph’s close supervision. The craftsmanship and attention to detail were outstanding, every aspect of the work was completed to the highest standard.
We are beyond happy with how our home turned out and would not hesitate to work with Urban Studio again. We’ve already recommended them to friends and family, and we encourage anyone considering a renovation or addition to do the same. You won’t be disappointed!
We are beyond happy with how our home turned out and would not hesitate to work with Urban Studio again. We’ve already recommended them to friends and family, and we encourage anyone considering a renovation or addition to do the same. You won’t be disappointed!