Welcome to Beckmar design studio

We begin on your land, analyzing sunlight, views, and zoning constraints to unlock the property’s true potential. 

Through collaborative "brain dumps" and creative sketches, we develop a layout that harmonizes your wishlist with your budget. 

We transform the approved vision into precise blueprints, coordinating with engineers and specialists to ensure every detail is accounted for. 

We navigate the regulatory hurdles to secure your approvals, delivering a complete "Permit-Ready" package to your builder to begin construction. 

Before you fall in love with a floor plan, you must understand the "bones" of your property.

• The Checklist: Check for setbacks, easements, and local zoning bylaws.
• Beckmar Tip: Look at the "path of the sun." Positioning your kitchen for morning light or your patio for sunset views changes the entire energy of a home.

 Most homeowners think in rooms; designers think in square footage.

• The Checklist: List every "must-have" vs. "nice-to-have."  Assign a rough square footage to each.
• Beckmar Tip: Don't forget the "un-glamorous" spaces like mechanical rooms, mudrooms, and storage.  These often consume a minimum 15% of your total footprint.

Building a home is like conducting an orchestra. You need the right players at the right time.

• The Checklist: Identify when you need a Designer, a Structural Engineer, and a Builder.
• Beckmar Tip: Involve your designer before your builder.  A solid set of plans allows for more accurate builder quotes and fewer "surprises" during construction.

 The biggest "hidden" timeline in any project is the municipal approval process.

• The Checklist: Confirm if your project requires a Minor Variance or Conservation Authority approval.
• Beckmar Tip: Permitting can take weeks or months.  Starting your design phase early is the only way to ensure you break ground on schedule.

 A beautiful home that doesn't function well is a failed project.

• The Checklist: Walk through your current daily routine.  Where are the bottlenecks? Where is the clutter?
• Beckmar Tip: Design for how you live 90% of the time, not the 10% of the time you are hosting a holiday party.