Compact kitchen redesign
Getting more storage and workspace out of a small bungalow kitchen with a better layout.
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Home renovations in East York
Renovations for East York's brick bungalows, semis and Leaside homes.
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Tell us what you want to renovate in your East York home and when you would like to start. We will reply with an initial estimate and next steps.
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Planned around the homes in East York
East York is known for compact brick bungalows and semis on smaller lots, alongside the larger homes of Leaside. We help homeowners make better use of the space they have, from kitchens and bathrooms to basements and full updates.
Much of East York was built in the 1940s and 1950s, with modest brick bungalows and semi-detached homes on narrow lots in areas like Woodbine Heights, O'Connor–Parkview and Topham Park. Leaside has 1920s to 1940s brick homes with more space and period detail, and Thorncliffe Park is mostly apartment buildings.
Typical projects
What East York homeowners ask us for
The projects we are most often asked about in East York, and how the local housing shapes them.
Basement living space
Turning a low basement into a family room or office with improved lighting and moisture control.
Bathroom update
Replacing a small bathroom with a walk-in shower, better storage and ventilation.
Leaside interior refresh
Kitchens, bathrooms and finishes in an older Leaside home, planned around its original character.
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Kitchen Renovations
Update your kitchen layout, storage and finishes
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Basement Finishing
Turn your basement into usable living space
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- Full Home Renovations
- Kitchen Renovations
- Bathroom Renovations
- Basement Finishing
- Interior Remodeling
- Drywall, Painting & Finish Carpentry
- Flooring & Tile Installation
- Commercial Interior Renovations
- Exterior Siding & Cladding
- Residential Repairs & Upgrades
- General Contracting
- Project Management & Trade Coordination
Local considerations
What to plan for in East York
Every area has its own quirks. These are the ones we check for early in East York.
Small footprints
Compact bungalows reward careful layouts, where every cabinet and doorway matters.
Low basement ceilings
Older basements are often low, which affects what the space can be used for and what work is needed.
Narrow lots and access
Deliveries, parking and waste removal need planning on tight streets.
Older systems
1940s and 1950s homes may need electrical or plumbing upgrades during a renovation.
Permits, budget and timing
Planning a renovation in East York
Building permits in East York are issued by Toronto Building. Structural changes, new plumbing and basement work generally need a permit.
Smaller homes often move quickly once selections are made, though structural changes and permit review add time before work starts.
Requirements depend on the property and the work involved, so we confirm what applies to your project before the scope is fixed.
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East York and nearby
We cover all of City of Toronto and the rest of the Greater Toronto Area.
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Houses, semis and condos across the city's six former municipalities.
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How it works
Your East York renovation, step by step
Tell us about the project
Send your East York address, the rooms involved and your timing through the estimate form. Photos help but are not required.
Initial estimate
We reply with an initial cost range, the questions still to answer and a suggested next step.
Site visit and quote
We visit to measure, check existing conditions and talk through selections, then provide a detailed, itemised quote.
Build and handover
One point of contact coordinates the trades, keeps you updated and walks through the finished work with you.
Questions
Renovating in East York
Common questions from East York homeowners. For anything about your own property, get in touch.
Yes. A better layout, taller cabinets and smarter storage can make a compact kitchen far more practical.
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Plan your East York renovation
Tell us where your project is, what you want to change and what matters most. We’ll help you explore the next steps.
Westbourne Construction Group2275 Lake Shore Blvd. West, Toronto, ON M8V 3Y3
(647) 872-2004