--- title: "Architalcan Design Inc. — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architalcan-design-inc-pfvwus-pf~436742786 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~436742786.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Architalcan Design Inc." category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/a803a1b8023f76e4_3551-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "2842 Bloor W., Toronto, Ontario M8X 1A9, Canada" latitude: 43.6522 longitude: -79.5116 phone: "(647) 654-6898" website: http://www.architalcandesign.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 16 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 69 last_updated: 2026-11-07 --- # Architalcan Design Inc. Original Houzz profile: [Architalcan Design Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architalcan-design-inc-pfvwus-pf~436742786) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Toronto, ON - **Serves:** Toronto - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (16 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2015–2019), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 10 Ideabook Saves ARCHITALCAN DESIGN INC. is an award winning firm that is dedicated to excellence and costumer services, engaged for Architectural, Structural and HVAC design and building permit services. AIC Design is located in Toronto -ON., Qualified Design Firm, Registered and Insured (BCIN: \#25897 - 41741, House, Small Building, Large building & HVAC) Project types served are professional and Fast for all applications. Our emphasis is providing a client oriented service by bringing VALUE to our projects. This is accomplished by our vast construction experience, strong communication skills, and our abilities to design projects within specific budgets and time lines. Our portfolio shows the types of work that we are involved with. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Space Planning - Drafting - Historic Building Conservation - Structural Engineering - Basement Remodeling - Basement Design - Tiny House Construction - Garage Design - Site Preparation ### Areas Served - Toronto ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Architalcan Design Inc. | | Address | 2842 Bloor W., Toronto, Ontario M8X 1A9, Canada | | Phone | (647) 654-6898 | | Website | http://www.architalcandesign.com | | License Number | 41741 | | Followers on Houzz | 69 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Architalcan Design Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architalcan-design-inc-pfvwus-pf~436742786) - **Website:** http://www.architalcandesign.com - **Phone:** (647) 654-6898 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Construction Estimator Certified (Gold Seal) - OHSA (Ontario Health and Safety Act) - Residential Mechanical Ventilation Insallation - HOMESTARS Awards '09-'10, '11, '12, '13, '14, 15, '16, '17, '18, '19. - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2015–2019), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 16 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 5.0 - Communication: 5.0 - Value: 5.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Stef, Feb. 2026** > I had a very complicated situation to legalize a duplex into a triplex in downtown Toronto. Rocco did an amazing job to get this through committee during a stressful time. Highly recommend. **★★★★★ — Luca Campacci, May 2018** > We hired Rocco to review our drawings and provide his stamp so we could submit for permit. He was great to work with, knowledgable, and able to review our drawings very quickly! We look forward to working with him again soon! **★★★★★ — Sannuthi Kakarla, April 2018** > Extremely professional with in depth knowledge. I contacted from tx and the advise and consultation provided was great . HIGHLY RECOMMEND! **★★★★★ — Anthony Law, April 2018** > Rocco has been a pleasure to work with. We hired Rocco to do the drawings for our interior alternation as well as applying for the required permit with the city. Rocco was able to provide the drawings within days and when city asked for clarification Rocco was able to provide an update within the same day. I am very impressed with his level of service excellence, will recommend Rocco's service to my friends. **★★★★★ — J Riach, March 2018** > Rocco was very professional and gave me some great ideas on how to transform our backyard. His design was just what we wanted. He was on-site checking on the progress quite frequently. Very happy with the results! **★★★★★ — Nafisah Chowdhury, March 2018** > We cannot speak highly enough about the services received from Architalcan Design Inc. We were required to undertake significant structural work at our house. Rocco and his team were incredibly responsive. They finished the job on time and on budget, which was a tremendous relief at an otherwise stressful time. We are very pleased with the finished product. Rocco's customer service is impeccable. We would gladly work with him again and would recommend him to our friends and family. **★★★★★ — francgonz26, March 2018** > We are so happy to have hired Architalcan Design. They are professionals at what they do! I wouldn't hesitate to hire them on my next project. **★★★★★ — Charles Qi, March 2018** > Rocco is very thorough and efficient. Gets the job done in a fast and precise manner. I highly recommend him to anyone needing help with architectural / structural drawings and permit applications. **★★★★★ — Andre Robichaud, March 2018** > I had plans prepared for renovations we would like to do to our home. Rocco was very helpful during this process. With his experience and knowledge, we were able to develop a plan for our home that will accommodate our growing family. Thanks! **★★★★★ — bhalkiw, March 2018** > Rocco Schipano is amazing and a pleasure to do business with. He knows his job inside out and is well connected with all municipal offices. He is quick and efficient and always delivers what he promises and is reasonable in his pricing. He is truly the "go to" guy and I recommend him highly. **★★★★ — Andrew Garlock, March 2018** > Rocco did a interior remodel design on our two story semi in Leaside. He was quick to reply and get the project started. He completed the drawings in a timely manner. Submitted for permit without any issues and quickly replied to any questions. Would recommended and use again. **★★★★★ — RYAN MAY, March 2018** > Rocco was amazing to work with. After contacting Architalcan, he was on site at my house the very next day. > > He assisted in developing plans for a renovation, and obtaining those permits through the City of Toronto. We had permits granted quickly, and he even took time out while on vacation to make sure they were delivered. > > Would recommend. ## Selected projects - [Chipping](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chipping-pj-vj~2971437) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 63 - [Prince Edward Drive](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/prince-edward-drive-pj-vj~2971442) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [3D Renderings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/3d-renderings-pj-vj~2971443) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 18 - [Second floor Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/second-floor-addition-pj-vj~342814) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 36 - [One Storey Rear addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/one-storey-rear-addition-pj-vj~342808) - Location: Toronto, ON - Photos: 2 - Description: 1 storey rear addition - [Industrial](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/industrial-pj-vj~2724285) - Location: Toronto, ON - Photos: 21 - [Interior alterations (italy)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/interior-alterations-italy-pj-vj~471259) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 18 - [Cathedral ceiling (open concept)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cathedral-ceiling-open-concept-pj-vj~2724301) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - Description: Remove a load bearing wall on a bungalow and create open concept by doing a cathedral ceiling. - [Chatfield](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/chatfield-pj-vj~2971441) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Drawings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/drawings-pj-vj~471265) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - [Custome home design](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custome-home-design-pj-vj~2724305) - Location: Toronto, ON - Photos: 4 - [GARDEN SUITES](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garden-suites-pj-vj~7672213) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - Description: Build Your Garden Suite with Pre-Approved Plans – Fast, Simple & Affordable We offer 9 pre-approved garden suite models—ranging from studio to 3-bedroom units—for only $5,000. These models are city-compliant and carefully designed to fit a wide variety of lot sizes and shapes, making it easier for Toronto homeowners to add a detached secondary unit to their property. Using our pre-approved plans allows you to save time, reduce design costs, and speed up the City’s review process. All you need is… [See all 12 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/architalcan-design-inc-pfvwus-pf~436742786) ## Ideabooks - [GARDEN SUITE IDEA](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/182449905/list/garden-suite-idea) — 9 ideas [See all 1 ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/aicdesigninc) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-07.*