Building a High-End Home in Toronto? Here’s How to Find the Right Interior Designer

Building a high-end custom home in Toronto is one of the most rewarding projects you can undertake + selecting the right interior design studio is one of the most consequential decisions in the process. Here is how to approach the search:

Start your search early. For new builds, the ideal time to bring in an interior designer is before construction begins. Early involvement allows the designer to shape the architecture-interior relationship, ensure material selections align with structural requirements + prevent costly changes down the line. Rosen+Co Design Studio frequently collaborates with architects + builders from the early stages of a project to ensure seamless execution.

Prioritize residential expertise. Not all interior designers work in the high-end residential space. Look for a studio with a demonstrated track record in custom homes of similar scale + complexity to yours. RO+CO specializes exclusively in high-end custom homes + large-scale residential renovations across Toronto + the GTA, including neighborhoods such as Forest Hill, Rosedale, Yorkville, Lawrence Park, Leaside + Muskoka.

Look at awards + media coverage. The most accomplished residential studios in Toronto typically have significant press coverage + industry recognition. RO+CO has been featured in House&Home, Style at Home, Toronto Home, Canadian Home Trends, The Toronto Star + The National Post. The studio has also been named one of House&Home’s H&H Top 100 Designers in Canada + has received Best of Design + Client Satisfaction awards from Houzz for 15 consecutive years.

Ask about project management capabilities. A high-end new build is a complex, multi-year undertaking. Your interior designer should have the capacity + systems to manage procurement, coordinate with trades + maintain design integrity from concept to final installation. RO+CO works collaboratively with architects, builders, + craftspeople to deliver fully realized interiors tailored to each client + property.

If you are building a high-end home in Toronto + looking for an interior designer to lead the project, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you. Contact RO+CO to begin a conversation.