King city, richmond hill, Newmarket & Beyond
RENOVATION & REMODELS
Renovating your home is one of the most meaningful investments you can make, and it deserves a thoughtful, organized, and beautifully executed approach.
At Thornton Design, we bring nearly 30 years of expertise in transforming homes with a blend of timeless design, construction understanding, and a process rooted in clarity and care.
Whether you're updating a kitchen or bathroom, redesigning your main floor, or renovating your entire home, we manage the details and guide you through every step. Our approach blends creativity with technical precision, ensuring your renovation feels seamless from start to finish.
Our Approach to renovationsA successful renovation requires more than choosing finishes. It demands coordination, expertise, communication, and a structured framework that keeps everyone aligned.
We collaborate closely with trusted contractors and trades across the GTA, acting as your design advocate and ensuring the vision is executed exactly as intended.
We balance function, flow, and beauty to create spaces that feel unified, intentional, and built for everyday living.
Our clients turn to us when they want a renovation that is:
Thoughtfully planned
Professionally designed
Clearly documented
Managed with care
Completed with polish
We ensure every decision supports both your lifestyle and the long-term value of your home.
We take on a wide range of renovation projects, from full-home transformations to highly specialized spaces.
Our work includes kitchens, bathrooms, basements, aging-in-place updates, closets, home gyms, wine lounges, bedrooms, nurseries, and select commercial spaces.
No matter the scope, our goal remains the same: to create beautifully designed, thoughtfully crafted environments that support how you live today and in the years ahead.
Introducing Our Signature D.E.T.A.I.L.™ MethodA renovation framework that brings clarity, communication, and confidence.
Renovations can feel overwhelming, but they don’t have to. Our D.E.T.A.I.L.™ Method brings structure, clarity, and communication to every project we take on.
Instead of focusing solely on finishes, this method looks at the whole picture: how your home functions, how you live, what the space needs to become, and how every detail must align for a successful build.
It’s the framework behind every renovation we manage, and the reason our projects finish with confidence, quality, and ease.
What’s Included in Our Renovation ServicesOur renovation services include everything needed to take your home from outdated to extraordinary, with one team guiding you every step of the way.
Planning & Technical Design
Every renovation begins with thoughtful planning.
We study the structure, flow, and potential of your home, then translate those insights into technical drawings and documentation your contractor can build from with confidence.
This includes:
Layout and reconfiguration plans
Kitchen and bathroom elevations
Lighting, electrical, and HVAC layouts
Tile and flooring layouts
Door, trim, and millwork specifications
Full drawing packages for trades
These documents serve as the roadmap for construction, ensuring accuracy and eliminating costly miscommunication.
Materials & Finish Selections
Your finishes define both the beauty and longevity of your renovation.
We guide you through curated, high-quality choices that fit your lifestyle and elevate the look and feel of your home.
Selections include:
Flooring, tile, and stone
Cabinetry finishes and profiles
Countertops and plumbing fixtures
Hardware, lighting, and details
Wall treatments, paint colours, and built-in features
Every element is intentionally selected to create a cohesive, timeless result.
Construction Coordination
While we don’t swing hammers, we stay deeply involved throughout construction, acting as your design partner and advocate.
Our support includes:
Communicating with contractors and trades
Reviewing progress and site conditions
Approving samples and on-site adjustments
Coordinating millwork and installation details
Troubleshooting design-related questions
This ensures your renovation stays aligned with the approved design from day one to completion.
Why Clients Choose Thornton Design for their renovationsA clear, structured process from start to finish
Renovations aligned with investment and timeline
Fourth-generation expertise in design and construction
Transparent communication and comprehensive documentation
A holistic approach that balances beauty, function, and flow
A focus on creating legacy homes designed for long-term comfort and aging in place
We don’t just renovate homes, we transform how you live in them.
Types of Projects We Take OnOur renovation services apply to nearly every area of the home.
Whether you’re reimagining a kitchen, updating a principal ensuite, finishing a basement, designing a home gym or wine lounge, or completing a full-home renovation, we bring the same level of detail and care to every project.
We also offer aging-in-place enhancements and select commercial interior transformations.
The Result?A home that feels renewed, intentional, functional, and beautifully you.
A renovation experience defined by calm, clarity, and expert guidance.
A space designed to support your life today, and the years ahead.
Ready to Start Your Renovation?
If you’re planning a renovation in Toronto, King City, Oakville, or surrounding regions and want expert design, thoughtful guidance, and a proven system that delivers exceptional results, we’d love to help.
Let’s talk about your goals.