--- title: "Captive Designs — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/captive-designs-pfvwus-pf~1103318063 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1103318063.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Captive Designs" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/1cb3ddbf0111d98c_5975-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Milton, Ontario L9T 8L4, Canada" phone: "(647) 297-6659" website: http://www.captivedesign.ca rating: 5 review_count: 7 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 1 last_updated: 2026-08-21 --- # Captive Designs Original Houzz profile: [Captive Designs](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/captive-designs-pfvwus-pf~1103318063) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Milton, ON - **Serves:** Brampton, Burlington, Caledon, Cambridge, Cottage Country, Etobicoke, Georgetown, Grimsby, Guelph, Halton Hills, Hamilton, Milton, Mississauga, Oakville, Toronto - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (7 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2024–2026), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 25 Ideabook Saves Captive Designs is a licensed and registered Architectural Design Studio specializing in Custom Luxury Homes, Distinctive Additions and Interiors. Our unique and creative approach focuses on changing the residential landscape with streamlined yet detailed orientated and functional designs. We are dedicated in keeping the clients experience at the forefront of every design with a “education first” approach and guidance through every step. Capturing their vision and framing ideas into captivating reality. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Space Planning - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Pool House Design & Construction - Project Management - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Basement Design - Deck Design - Garage Design ### Areas Served - Brampton - Burlington - Caledon - Cambridge - Cottage Country - Etobicoke - Georgetown - Grimsby - Guelph - Halton Hills - Hamilton - Milton - Mississauga - Oakville - Toronto ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Captive Designs | | Address | Milton, Ontario L9T 8L4, Canada | | Phone | (647) 297-6659 | | Website | http://www.captivedesign.ca | | Followers on Houzz | 1 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/captivedesign.ca - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/captive-designs - Blog — https://www.instagram.com/captive\_design/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Captive Designs](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/captive-designs-pfvwus-pf~1103318063) - **Website:** http://www.captivedesign.ca - **Phone:** (647) 297-6659 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Association of Architectural Technologists of Ontario (M.A.A.T.O) - Qualified & Registered Designer (BCIN) - Construction Management Specialization (Columbia University - via Coursera) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2024–2026), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 7 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### All 7 reviews **★★★★★ — John Louis, Feb. 2025** > We have been working with Arek on a few projects, he is a very professional, knowledgeable and a friendly person. He is very well organized and takes care of projects professionally. From the beginning, Captive Designs has been a very good partner to work with. They are very helpful and responsive during the entire process. Overall, I highly recommend this Residential Design Studio to anyone seeking unique and creative residential architectural services. We look forward to many more years of fruitful collaborations with Captive Designs **★★★★★ — Mike McFadden, Feb. 2025** > A Star performance from Arek @ Captive Design from initial site visit to building permit . > His knowledge on all aspects of design construction and permitting has rewarded us with our building permit from the Town of Milton . > We look forward to his continuing professional communication this Spring as construction commences on our 700sqft ADU **★★★★★ — Aleks Poniatowski, Sept. 2024** > It was a pleasure working with Captive Designs on our basement renovation and home alterations. Arek is highly knowledgeable, professional and very easy to work with. He came up with creative solutions to the more challenging components of our project and we really appreciated his attention to detail. His knowledge of residential construction and the permitting process was really helpful to bring our project to fruition. We would highly recommend Captive Designs and would work with Arek again on future projects. **★★★★★ — HU-987242909, Dec. 2023** > It was a pleasure working with Captive Designs on our house renovations. Arek is highly informative, professional and always willing to help and work to make our vision a reality. > Captive Designs was willing to work around our budget which made it less stressful on our end! > Would highly recommend Captive Designs to anyone who is looking for quality work. **★★★★★ — Karen Bermudez, Dec. 2023** > It was a pleasure working with Captive Designs on our house renovations. Arek is highly informative, professional and always willing to help and work to make our vision a reality. > Captive Designs was willing to work around our budget which made it less stressful on our end! > Would highly recommend Captive Designs to anyone who is looking for quality work. **★★★★★ — HU-220306820, Dec. 2023** > It was a pleasure working with Arek. His attention to detail and professionalism is amazing. I would definitely recommend captive designs to family and friends. **★★★★★ — HU-500412402, Dec. 2023** > We highly recommend Captive Designs for their knowledge, responsiveness and professionalism. We had a great experience working with them and appreciate the thoughtful design management and attention to detail that went into the project. ## Selected projects - [Curved Roof](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/curved-roof-pj-vj~6693448) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: TRADITIONAL (4,000 sq.ft) Luxury custom home featuring a curved roof detail and modern exterior composition designed for strong architectural presence. - [High Peaks](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/high-peaks-pj-vj~6693464) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: TRANSITIONAL CRAFTSMAN (3,850 sq.ft) High peak gable custom home with classic inspiration and modern detailing, designed to create strong curb appeal and architectural presence. - [Narrow Luxury](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/narrow-luxury-pj-vj~6693468) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: FRENCH TRANSITIONAL (3,800 sq.ft) Transitional French-inspired custom home with elegant exterior detailing and timeless proportions designed for luxury curb appeal. - [Modern Georgian](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-georgian-pj-vj~6693473) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: MODERN TRANSITIONAL (4,000 sq.ft) Georgian-inspired custom brick home with symmetrical massing and refined traditional detailing, for a grand curb appeal. - [Narrow Glass](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/narrow-glass-pj-vj~6693476) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: MODERN TRANSITIONAL (3,000 sq.ft) Vertical glazing that defines the entire façade. This stairwell glass feature introduces daylight, scale, and a refined architectural focal point. - [Grand Symmetry](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/grand-symmetry-pj-vj~7348315) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: MODERN TRANSITIONAL (4,500 sq.ft) Luxury custom home exterior with symmetrical design, refined detailing, and balanced material transitions for elevated curb appeal. - [Corner Views](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/corner-views-pj-vj~7354482) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: MODERN TRADITIONAL (4,500 sq.ft) Grand Corner glazed facade that maximizes natural light and creates a brighter, more connected living experience. - [Modern Bungalow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-bungalow-pj-vj~7243473) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: MODERN TRADITIONAL (3,300 sq.ft) Modern bungalow exterior with contemporary massing and refined detailing. Designed to maximize natural light, improve flow, and deliver elevated curb appeal through balanced proportions and clean material transitions. - [Gable Views](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gable-views-pj-vj~7243474) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: MODERN TRANSITIONAL (3,000 sq.ft) Designed for a narrow lot without sacrificing style—this custom home features a strong gable form and an exterior composition that feels grand, balanced, and inviting. - [Cottage Life](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cottage-life-pj-vj~7781872) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: RUSTIC CRAFTSMAN (3,500 sq.ft) Traditional cottage architecture designed with warmth, character, and thoughtful exterior detailing to create a timeless residential presence. - [Gable Views 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/gable-views-2-pj-vj~7781874) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: MODERN TRANSITIONAL (4,000 sq.ft) A grand modern Custom home with a focal high glazed facade, Clean transitions and refined traditional detailing. - [Mays House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mays-house-pj-vj~7781875) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - Description: TRADITIONAL CRAFTSMAN (2,500 sq.ft) Craftsman-style custom addition, with a focus on proportion, material balance, and architectural detail. This home emphasizes timeless curb appeal with refined residential composition. [See all 12 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/captive-designs-pfvwus-pf~1103318063) ## Ideabooks - [Arek's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/152428652/list/arek-s-ideas) — 1 idea [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/captivedesigns) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-21.*