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Cindy

At long last I have the forever home of my dreams. A&R Design Build worked with me start to finish – from accommodating my construction loan restrictions through design, build and final touches. They are also quick to take care of any issues that come up since taking possession in June 2020.

Building from scratch is not for the light of heart, it tests you on every level, but overall it was a positive experience with a magnificent result. The whole team – Rene (owner), Lawrence (sales), Dan (foreman) and Joan (admin/finance) were a delight to work with and have my deepest gratitude.

Cindy
Parry Sound, On

Sylvie and Joe

We are very pleased with our new home by A&R Design Build.  Lawrence was very patient in the initial stage answering our numerous questions and changes. Once construction started, we were impressed with the workmanship and the scheduling.

Rene answered our questions along the way and has a great crew!
We love the end result.
Sylvie and Joe
Mactier, Georgian Bay ON

Midland Custom Built Garage

Justin

My experience with the entire team was terrific, and I was delighted that the timeline for the build was followed.  I was very happy with the cleanliness of the job site during construction, the quality of the work, and the prompt response to any concerns or questions that I had.

Thank you Rene A&R Design Build

Justin H, Midland – custom built garage

Custom Bungalow

Model: Custom bungalow design
Location: Ontario
Year: 2017

Customization

  • Cost effective, affordable build for under $200 per square foot
  • Vinyl siding

Custom Kitchen

Custom Home Georgian Bay

Model: Custom home design
Location: Georgian Bay
Year: 2017

Customization

  • Over 2000 square feet
  • Finished basement
  • Bright open concept kitchen

Custom Build Small Footprint

Custom cottage design with small footprint in Tiny Township on Georgian Bay.

This custom built home on Georgian Bay was featured in the Fall 2019 issue of Our Homes.
Article written by: M. Carolyn Black
Photography by: Sandy Mackay

Click the image to read the article in PDF. Have a scroll through the photos below.

Model: Custom cottage design, small footprint
Location: Tiny Township on Georgian Bay
Year: 2018

Customization

  • Small footprint 20′ x 28′
  • Designed to fit the lot restrictions and zoning constraints imposed by the township
  • Old cottage and dilapidated garage torn down
  • Lovely updated Georgian Bay waterfront property

Sandy MacKay Photography from Our Homes Fall 2019 Issue

The view of the cottage from the beach.

The view of the cottage from the beach.

The partially covered back deck provides a shady spot for outdoor meals and entertaining.

The partially covered back deck provides a shady spot for outdoor meals and entertaining.

A no-maintenance composite deck off the main floor has glass railings that don’t obstruct the gorgeous view of Georgian Bay.

A no-maintenance composite deck off the main floor has glass railings that don’t obstruct the gorgeous view of Georgian Bay.

The master bedroom is decorated brightly in blue and orange.

The master bedroom is decorated brightly in blue and orange.

The couple decided against an en suite in favour of a large family bathroom upstairs.

The couple decided against an en suite in favour of a large family bathroom upstairs.

The daughter’s bedroom is one of five in the home.

The daughter’s bedroom is one of five in the home.

Slate-like tile floors in the front hallway end at the great room.

Slate-like tile floors in the front hallway end at the great room.

A large, corner walk-in pantry was a must in the kitchen.

A large, corner walk-in pantry was a must in the kitchen.

The easy-to maintain laminate floors look like hardwood and are a great cottage choice.

The easy-to maintain laminate floors look like hardwood and are a great cottage choice.

The all-white kitchen with quartz counters is timeless, fresh and clean.

The all-white kitchen with quartz counters is timeless, fresh and clean.

All the lighting in the home reflects the natural beach setting.

The mudroom and laundry room are located off the hallway just inside the front door.

The mudroom and laundry room are located off the hallway just inside the front door.

There’s lots of room to store the family’s gear.

There’s lots of room to store the family’s gear.

Natural stone surrounds the cosy wood fireplace.

Natural stone surrounds the cosy wood fireplace.

Every cottage needs a wood pile.

Hanging out here when it’s too cold on the deck.

A&R Design Build Construction Photos



Carlyle MkIII Oro-Medonte

Carlyle MKIII Oro-Medonte

Custom build of Viceroy Carlyle MKIII in Oro-Medonte, vaulted ceilings, 3 car garage, open great room and kitchen with added den.

Model: Carlyle MKIII, Viceroy Panoramic Series
Location: Oro-Medonte
Year: 2018

Customization

  • Elongated an open concept area for kitchen and dining room
  • Added a separate den extending from central vaulted great room area
  • Attached a 3 car garage
  • Incorporated a convenient mud/laundry room off the kitchen area

Bayview Oro-Medonte

Model: Bayview, Viceroy Country Retreats
Location: Oro-Medonte
Year: 2018

Customization

This Bayview design is a spaciously designed two story raised bungalow consisting of a “slab on grade” foundation lower level walkout. (The lower level can be sunk into the ground as desired.) The main (upper) level has a master bedroom including en-suite, walk-in closet with access to a sprawling full length deck. The space is open concept with living, dining and custom kitchen areas sharing a powder room. The lower level consists of 2/3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, a rec room, laundry-mud room breezeway and mechanical. In addition the clients have an over-sized 3 bay garage for all of their toys and home business supplies.

 

Kim and Gord

We are very happy to write this letter of recommendation for A&R Carpentry. From the initial meetings at the Sales Office, and then throughout the construction process working with Rene and his team, we were extremely pleased with the level of professionalism, experience, responsiveness and commitment to quality displayed by everyone involved.

Although it was a complicated process to get all the approvals in place and permits necessary to start construction, A&R took it all in stride, and kept us updated throughout the process.  We couldn’t be happier with the end result, and would highly recommend A&R Carpentry to anyone considering a home building project.

Sincerely,
Kim and Gord