Testimonials
“My bathroom sorely needed a re-do. A friend recommended Jacques. He delivered a high level of craftsmanship on what was a complex design. Jacques’ experience allowed him to deal with a couple of unexpected challenges with ease. People have not stopped raving about the results. I’m very satisfied.”
Kevin, Executive, Toronto
“When one of my corporate design clients asked me to design and furnish the new home he had just bought, I immediately thought of Jacques. His work ethic and attention to detail was instrumental in delivering the level of quality that all my clients demand. In the end the client was delighted, Jacques delivered on time, on budget and done right.”
Michelle, Designer, Toronto
Your Project
My approach is to frame the project in the overall scheme of the property. Is the property going to be kept for a long time? Is the property for sale? Staging a home demands a different approach than building one’s dream home. Design, energy efficiency, traffic patterns, ergonomics and colours are all considered. My clients appreciate my thorough and complete assessment of the project and its impact on their living space. Many have become repeat customers, discussing plans to upgrade or develop their property, sometimes years in advance.
Currently, many urban areas are in a seller's cycle. There are too few desirable properties to accommodate all the eager buyers clutching their pre-approved loans. Here are some recently quoted percentages on specific upgrades, culled from various Canadian sources:|
Type of Renovation |
Buyer's Market |
Seller's Market |
|
Interior paint |
70% |
300% |
|
Exterior paint |
70% |
300% |
|
New flooring |
50% |
300% |
|
Kitchen remodel |
68% |
97% (mid-range) |
|
Bathroom addition |
75% |
130% |
|
Bathroom remodel |
64% |
75% (mid-range) |
|
Home office |
40% |
60% |
|
Basement remodel |
50% |
130% |
|
New windows |
30% |
95% |