--- title: "D by D — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/d-by-d-pfvwus-pf~1384297490 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1384297490.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "D by D" category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/0b63ed7500abecb7_6890-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "16 Maple Street, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario p6a5g8, Canada" latitude: 46.5078 longitude: -84.3305 phone: "(705) 971-9779" website: http://www.dbyd.space rating: 4.9 review_count: 9 best_of_houzz_awards: 6 followers: 17 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # D by D Original Houzz profile: [D by D](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/d-by-d-pfvwus-pf~1384297490) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Sault Ste Marie, ON - **Serves:** 100 km radius of the Sault, Garden River, Sault Sainte Marie, Sault Ste. Marie - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (9 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2017–2025), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100 Ideabook Saves Who We Are DbyD, Design By Donaghue began doing home renovations in 2010. Based in Sault Ste Marie they offer home improvements in the Algoma region. Every project: kitchens, bathrooms, additions or upgrades is not finished until you are fully satisfied. Since the beginning of our endeavours we have completed a wide variety of projects, and with all projects client satisfaction is always guaranteed. We strive to give you quality renovations that will last. DbyD offers Design consulting, as well as impeccable attention to all details needed to finish a project the homeowner will be proud of for years to come. DbyD tries to complete one project at a time, thereby adding focus and personal attention to every aspect of the project. Every project, no matter the size, is handled with the same level of dedication. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Design - Deck Building - Flooring Installation - Floor Plans - Space Planning - Laminate Flooring Installation - Lighting Installation - Deck Repair - Remodeling - Siding Repair & Installation - Window Installation ### Areas Served - 100 km radius of the Sault - Garden River - Sault Sainte Marie - Sault Ste. Marie ### Typical Job Cost $500 - 500,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | D by D | | Address | 16 Maple Street, Sault Ste Marie, Ontario p6a5g8, Canada | | Phone | (705) 971-9779 | | Website | http://www.dbyd.space | | Followers on Houzz | 17 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/designbydonaghue - Blog — www.dbyd.space ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [D by D](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/d-by-d-pfvwus-pf~1384297490) - **Website:** http://www.dbyd.space - **Phone:** (705) 971-9779 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 6 awards (2017–2025), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 9 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 5.0 - Communication: 5.0 - Value: 5.0 ### All 9 reviews **★★★★★ — Dennis Houle, Jan. 2024** > The highest praise I can give Ritchie is that I've asked to come back in the Spring to do some exterior work once the weather clears. He helped me turn my fixer-upper into a home that I love. His versatility, attention to detail, wealth of knowledge and incredibly helpful suggestions are a great compliment to his incredible work ethic and great personality. I was clearly happy with his work and would (and have already) recommend him to anyone looking for design/contracting help. **Comment from D by D:** > Truly enjoyed working on this project, with a great client looking forward to adding some nice touches to the exterior **★★★★★ — Jill McCaig, Oct. 2020** > Ritchie from D by D was very professional. A kitchen renovation can be stressful but Ritchie really listened to what we wanted which gave me confidence that our renovation would be a success and it was! **Comment from D by D:** > It was a pleasure to work on this project and the results seemed a very clean and pleasing finish to the projects **★★★★★ — Victor Amadio, Aug. 2019** > I was very impressed with the workmanship. He was very professional in dealing with any questions I asked about why he did certain things as he was building the deck. It has been a week since the job has been completed and I have been able to enjoy the result of his work. Thank you very much. His knowledge and work quality is highly rated by me and by those who have seen the results of this project. **★★★★★ — Jo-Anne Entwistle, Jan. 2018** > DbyD did a bathroom refurbish for us. This is the third project that he has done for us. We have plans to have Ritchie do more projects for us. His work is top notch and comes within the estimated price. Richie has very creative ideas which are well executed. He focuses on details. We are very pleased with the the finished product of the bathroom refurbish as we have been with previous projects! **Comment from D by D:** > Thank You Joanne and It is always a pleasure to work with you and family. **★★★★★ — Kerri Grasley, Aug. 2017** > We had a total kitchen gut where we did the demo ourselves and then hired D by D to complete drywall, painting, lighting, plumbing, and installation of our IKEA kitchen cabinets and floor. > > Ritchie over saw the entire project from start to finish and coordinated with another company for the electrical and plumbing work. He was wonderful to work with and truly cares about his clients being satisfied with the work. I will be calling D by D again for any future renovation work we need to do. My whole family loves this clean, bright space. **★★★★ — Joseph Lachowsky, Feb. 2017** > I hired Mr. Donaghue to do the tiling in my custom-built shower stall. This was not a simple job as their were many awkward angles and small/intricate areas to be covered, but Mr. Donaghue did an excellent job! I was thoroughly impressed by the finished product. He was also very professional and left my bathroom just as clean as it was when he started working. I would hire him again for my next project in an instant! **Comment from D by D:** > Thanks Joe, this was a nice project and I'm looking forward to see the entire thing when finished **★★★★★ — Susan Thomas, Jan. 2017** > we were selling our home in Sault Ste Marie Ritchie was amazing, and very helpful to get our home ready to list and yes it did sell **★★★★★ — loriboston, Nov. 2016** > Ritchie did a phenomenal tile job for my mother. He did flooring and shower. His price could not be beat and he was flexible to accommodate her schedule. He went above and beyond to provide great customer service and do a professional job. > Lori B. **★★★★★ — Vincent Venn, Sept. 2016** > D by D did a fabulous job finishing my house. Very pleased with the slate work done on my fireplace mantle, bathroom/shower and foyer. My beams in the vaulted ceiling were finished with the same hardwood as on the floor producing an excellent result. All trim matched the modern look of my open concept Great room. I found D by D to be easy to work with and very capable > of producing tailored work to suit the look needed and without busting the bank. ## Selected projects - [Outdoor Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/outdoor-projects-pj-vj~7608874) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [2022 Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2022-projects-pj-vj~7077328) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Natural Path](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/natural-path-pj-vj~7077088) - Location: Sault Ste. Marie, ON - Photos: 5 - [Bright Lake](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bright-lake-pj-vj~6394638) - Location: Huron Shores, ON - Photos: 2 - [2018 Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2018-projects-pj-vj~2863088) - Location: Sault Ste. Marie, ON - Photos: 8 - Description: Transformation of a home built in 1958, removing all dark panelling and adding a transitional tiled floor in a distinctive pattern and soft neutral colours with recessed lighting - [2017 Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/2017-projects-pj-vj~2401404) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - [November 2016 projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/november-2016-projects-pj-vj~2175877) - Location: Sault Ste. Marie, ON - Photos: 12 - Description: Design by Donaghue remodel for a cozy new bathroom - [Avery Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/avery-bathroom-pj-vj~2140718) - Location: Sault Ste. Marie, ON - Photos: 7 - Description: Porcelain tiled floors with glass mosaic in entire walk in shower area. - [Goulais Avenue Deck](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/goulais-avenue-deck-pj-vj~1840626) - Location: Sault Ste. Marie, ON - Photos: 7 - [16 Maple Street Steelton Sault Ste Marie](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/16-maple-street-steelton-sault-ste-marie-pj-vj~214414) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 18 - Description: Century House built in 1905, complete renovation - [Natural Path Sault Ste Marie](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/natural-path-sault-ste-marie-pj-vj~1714600) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Haviland Bay Lake Superior](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/haviland-bay-lake-superior-pj-vj~1613950) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [Farwell Terrace Sault Ste Marie Ontario Canada](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farwell-terrace-sault-ste-marie-ontario-canada-pj-vj~1106255) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [20 Park Finished](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/20-park-finished-pj-vj~310621) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [20 Park street](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/20-park-street-pj-vj~116402) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 [See all 15 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/d-by-d-pfvwus-pf~1384297490) ## Ideabooks - [verandas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/137311090/list/verandas) — 27 ideas - [mantels](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/113115367/list/mantels) — 27 ideas - [panelled walls](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/101988330/list/panelled-walls) — 30 ideas - [Backyard sheds](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109105252/list/backyard-sheds) — 1 idea - [Staircase storage and usage](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/104487415/list/staircase-storage-and-usage) — 17 ideas - [Stair rail treatmments](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/101214605/list/stair-rail-treatmments) — 39 ideas - [Natural stone and tile](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/102876430/list/natural-stone-and-tile) — 1 idea - [Newel posts](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/101907226/list/newel-posts) — 18 ideas - [antique glazed doors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/101826307/list/antique-glazed-doors) — 27 ideas - [entrance ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/76818588/list/entrance-ideas) — 18 ideas - [ritchied's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/17208649/list/ritchied-s-ideas) — 30 ideas - [Tiling ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/80240866/list/tiling-ideas) — 14 ideas - [nancy patio](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/24983112/list/nancy-patio) — 7 ideas [See all 13 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/ritchied) ## Community Q&A **Q: What is the tile on the counter? Is that schluter edging?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The counter is porcelain tile with 3/8' Schluter 1/4 round trim in brushed metal trim **Q: Are these pictures too small?** *(in Design Dilemma)* I put these two canvas prints up on either side of the window... But I'm thinking they may be too small? (And, I'm hating that I may have just put holes in my walls for something I might take down!) maybe it'll look better when I finally find curtains I like? Just for reference (pic \#2): The wall to the left will have three large photos on it and there is a door going to a three season porch (the pictures look smaller in the attached photo because they are leaning up against the wall from the couch, and the one on the right is just a placeholder until I can get a different print framed) A: I might suggest having the pictures (canvases) framed with a float (matte) that matches the width of the window casing. You could consider the float in a lighter tone of wall colour with a thin white outer frame. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*