We design and build kitchens for people who enjoy the simple pleasures of good company, good cooking and good craftsmanship. You don't have to do it all alone, we'll guide you the whole way through.
The kitchen used to be where all you did was cook and read the newspaper.
Now it's where you do everything.
If you're building a brand new kitchen, the last thing you want to catch yourself saying a year later is, "I wish I'd done that instead." Most mass-market kitchens today are built from templates and a few flashy finishes, as if everyone uses their kitchen the same way.
The result is a kitchen that photographs beautifully but doesn't make it easier or more enjoyable for you to use. In other words, an expensive piece of art. But it doesn't have to be that way. You can have a beautifully crafted kitchen and a kitchen that's built to perform.
And you don't have to do it all alone. Our in-house design team does all the heavy lifting for you. We read your home, then curate and recommend options for every function, finish and fixture, so making choices feels easy instead of overwhelming. We guide you on where to invest your money, refine the design together in 2D and 3D renders, and do it all within one coordinated process. The same team that designs your kitchen also builds it and installs it.
Here's exactly how that works, from the first call to the last install.
We'll send you a Project Discovery workbook to complete before the call. This helps our team shape the conversation around your priorities, your preferred investment level, and your definition of a beautiful home. The more we know about your goals, the more clarity we can provide you with up front.
If we both feel it makes sense to take the next step, we'll schedule an in-home consult to talk specifics. The consultant you meet will also be your project manager from start to finish. After the visit, we'll set up a Zoom call to review our recommendations and your investment range before you commit to anything in writing.
The first 5% and the last 5% make or break every job. This is the first 5%. We draw detailed as-built plans of your space today and proposed new plans, wall-by-wall elevations, 2D and 3D renders, and a full project charter. The estimated costs from the discovery process turn into fixed costs here. We apply for permits where needed and order any long-lead materials early, so nothing delays the project midway through, when it's most costly and most stressful to make changes.
With your scope approved, your budget fixed and your schedule in hand, we put the wheels in motion.
Your project manager reserves our crews for your house and confirms your milestones. We'll keep you posted with weekly or bi-weekly email updates and monthly site walks, and we'll take photos and videos before any walls, ceilings or floors are closed up. And we'll upload everything to your Client Portal, so you can keep an eye on the job from anywhere and at any time. You'll always know what's happening in your home, when it's happening, and what's up next.
We don't punch out the day your project is done. We guarantee all of our workmanship for a full 2 years, and carry pass through warranties on all that we source and install. Past and present clients get exclusive access to our Client Care team for the small odd jobs around the house that no one ever wants to do, and you can pay for them with your credits from your Loyalty Rewards.
"Insequence Reno did a remodel of our first floor - the hallway, kitchen, and living room. It's rare to see good craftsmanship AND great organizational skills in one company. Zak and his team helped us with our design choices, and also gave insights on how different materials work with different lighting and layouts. We definitely recommend Insequence Reno to anyone planning a renovation :)"
"What I appreciate most about iNSEQUENCE is how structured and transparent the entire process is. Clear scope. Clear pricing. Clear communication. For anyone looking for a renovation company that combines craftsmanship with organization, iNSEQUENCE stands out. 10/10 recommend!"
"Zak's team provided extremely good value if you have a complex job that requires lots of components. I particularly appreciated the clarity around pricing. We got the bill we expected at the end. After two bad experiences with other contractors, that alone was worth everything."
It all comes down to three things: the current conditions, the final scope, and the finishes you choose. We'll always give you options at a few different price points, and your fixed quote will always settle inside the range we recommend, unless the scope grows. Here's a starter guide to what a standard kitchen renovation costs in Toronto and the GTA, before HST.
Same layout, new look: cabinet refacing or repainting, new countertops, backsplash, hardware and lighting.
Everything out, everything new: semi-custom cabinetry, stone countertops, new appliances, plumbing and electrical brought up to date.
Custom cabinetry, premium stone, integrated appliances, and a new layout, including moving walls, electrical and plumbing where it completely transforms the room.
Pricing varies by size, materials, appliances, and layout changes.
Final fixed cost estimates are produced during pre-construction. The number you sign off on, is the number you pay.
If your question isn't here, ask us directly.
Typically 6 to 12 weeks from demo to final walkthrough, depending on scope. If structural work is involved, wall removal, plumbing relocation, new electrical circuits, that extends the timeline. We give you a specific schedule in the quote before anything starts.
If you're updating finishes, new cabinets, countertops, and appliances in the same footprint, permits are not required. If you're removing a wall, relocating plumbing, or adding new electrical circuits, we will need to apply for permits. We handle all permit applications in-house, you don't need to deal with the city.
Almost always yes, though it depends on whether the wall is load-bearing and what's running through it (plumbing, electrical, HVAC). We assess the wall during pre-construction, advise on structural requirements like beam sizing and column placement, and handle engineering sign-off if needed. It's one of the highest-impact changes you can make to an older Toronto home.
Yes. Our in-house design team plans your layout and curates your finishes, then recommends options for every selection, cabinetry, countertops, tile, lighting, and fixtures, so the choices feel easy instead of overwhelming. One team designs it and builds it, so nothing gets lost between the drawing and the install.
Yes. We handle all material takeoffs, place orders, coordinate with vendors, and stay accountable to every detail of the build. Our trade relationships mean better pricing and product availability than sourcing independently, and we manage every delivery, return, and substitution so you don't have to chase anyone down. We warranty everything we supply and install. We aren't tied to any one brand, and we'll tell you honestly where the extra money is worth it.
How it works. Too many kitchens today are designed around how they look once everything is cleaned up and put away: appliance garages, push-to-open doors, pop-up outlets and open shelves. In real life, garages get left open, push-to-open doors collect fingerprints, and open shelves collect grease. We start with how you cook, map out your daily tasks, and design the space to cut the steps between them. We'll also walk through everything you own, from the stand mixer to the measuring cups, and give each piece a home before you sign off on the design.
Ventilation comes first. A deep, oversized hood right over the cooktop, with baffle filters, a large duct to the outside and a makeup air system, is the one thing you can't upgrade later without opening up the kitchen again. A powerful hood can always run on a lower speed, but a weak one stays weak. After that, pick drawers over cabinet shelves wherever the budget allows, and one big, deep sink over a double sink. If you have the space, a separate cooktop and wall ovens are easier on your back than a range you have to bend over.
Talk to more than one, ask tough questions, and take the process seriously. Ask how they handle problems, mistakes, change requests and scheduling. Ask how they structure their pricing, what work they subcontract and what their cost assumptions are, so you know how they make their money. Check their references, and hire a team that has built what you want before.
Yes and no. No matter how much dust protection, care and consideration our team puts in, construction is a loud and disruptive process. The best time to renovate your kitchen is before you move in, while you're away on holiday, or when you have a second kitchen in the basement to fall back on. If you live in a bungalow, or a home without a second kitchen, we recommend finding somewhere else to stay for the length of the job. It speeds up the work at the house and leads to a better finished product.
We design, build and install all of our cabinets in house, out of a shared millwork shop. The same team that draws your cabinets also builds them and installs them, so nothing gets lost between a designer, a cabinet supplier and an installer. It also means we build to the exact size of your space, instead of making up for gaps with filler strips.
The more you share with us up front, starting with your discovery call, the smoother your kitchen renovation will be. Most of your input happens early in the process: your goals, your habits and preferences, and the styles you love. From there, we curate 1 to 3 options for each selection in your Client Portal, so you're not stuck spending your evenings sourcing products that may or may not work. Once construction starts, your job is mostly to read our weekly or bi-weekly emails, approve change orders if they come up, and join us for a monthly site walk to make the big picture decisions together.
Yes, we do. We supply and install your appliances, warranty our installation, and carry the manufacturer warranties through to you. It keeps the whole renovation simple and consistent, with one team accountable for everything. You'll view and choose your appliances in your Client Portal alongside the rest of your selections, and we take care of the ordering, delivery and install from there.
Changes are costly midway through a project. By then the materials are ordered, the crews and trades are booked, and we're in full production mode. Last minute changes can derail the plan, set the project back by weeks, and result in unplanned for additional costs. This is why we spend so much time getting the plan right in pre-construction, with detailed drawings, 2D and 3D renders, and every selection made before we start. If you do change your mind once construction is underway, we'll price it and show you how it affects the schedule first. You approve it as a change order in your Client Portal, so you always know the cost before any work moves ahead.
Book a 30-minute discovery call. We’ll walk through your project goals, scope and timeline, then recommend an investment range you can reliably count on. All before you commit to anything.