Standouts
11x Best of Houzz winner
Locally owned
22 years in business
11 Houzz Awards
5 Houzz Badges
Contact Info:
Frankie Castro
578 Kingston Road West
Ajax, Ontario L1T 3A2
Canada
578 Kingston Road West
Ajax, Ontario L1T 3A2
Canada
Typical Job Costs:
CAD $20,000 - $200,000+
Category:
https://www.houzz.com/pro/squarefootageinc copied to clipboard
Watch my Highlight Video
Toronto Award Winning Kitchen & Bath Designer Best of Houzz 2014-2020!
page_type: prop_plus_profile
Square Footage Inc. is a full service, award-winning interior design firm with a dedicated focus on creating beautiful and functional kitchens, baths and more. We focus on minimizing our client's anxieties, evoking their creativity, and developing their own unique and personal sense of style. Contact us today to find out more!
*Exclusive Dealer of Miralis Cabinetry*
Services Provided
Basement Design, Bathroom Design, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Cabinet Doors, Custom Cabinets, Custom Countertops, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Pantries, Custom Walk-in Closets, Drafting, Floor Plans, Handicap-Accessible Design, Kitchen Design, Laundry Room Design, Lighting Design, Mudroom Design, Pantry Design, Project Management, Universal Design, Vanity Installation
Areas Served
Ajax, Toronto, Oshawa, Pickering, Whitby, Durham Region, Greater Toronto Area
Awards
NKBA Awards Best Small Kitchen 2016 Best Other Room 2016 Best Traditional Kitchen 2015 People’s Choice 2015 Ontario Chapter - Best Promotional Display 2014 Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade Business Excellence - 2012 Durham Readers Choice Award: Kitchen/Bath Renovations - 2010-2012
68 Projects for Square Footage Inc.

Markham, ON
Simple And Refined Luxury
5 photos

Toronto, ON
Minimalism
2 photos

Toronto, ON
Baby Bath
4 photos

Toronto, ON
Deluxe Master Suite
4 photos

Toronto, ON
Heritage Home's Classic Architecture
5 photos

Toronto, ON
Green With Envy
4 photos

Pickering, ON
Circa 1870 Meets Contemporary Kitchen.
7 photos

Over The Rainbow
1 photo

Pickering, ON
Kitchen of Brick and Contrast
7 photos

Whitby, ON
Cloudy Blue Sky Kitchen
4 photos

Markham, ON
Walnut Bathroom With Layered Tile
6 photos

Toronto, ON
Kitchen for a Photographer and Family
7 photos
Featured Review

Karen Lun
Relationship
Client
This is our second project with Square Footage. Again, they did not disappoint. Our dark and dated bathroom is now light and so much more usable Laura and Frankie were on hand to quickly address any changes that I raised. A special nod to Bob and SteRead Full Review
47 Reviews for Square Footage Inc.
4.8|47 reviews
Work Quality5.0
Communication5.0
Value5.0

hodgson1
Relationship
Client
Frankie and staff at Square Footage Inc. did a fantastic job on our newly renovated kitchen. This listened to the wish list and were remarkably attentive to details. I love working in this new space. It exceeded our expectations.
We would highly recommend them!
December 16, 2020

Comment from Square Footage Inc.:
Thank you! We're so happy you're loving your new kitchen. It was a pleasure working with you both.

HU-735953800
Relationship
Client
We noticed the Square Footage Inc van outside our condo building. We found out that they did 2 renovations in our building and we were able to see their work in person. From talking to their previous clients, we realized that Frankie & John and their team was who we wanted to do our renovations. Frankie listened to our ideas and gave us suggestions. Working with Square Footage was very easy.
We started our renovation a month before the COVID shut down... and Square Footage was there all the way to make sure we would be able to move back into our unit even if the work wasn't 100% completed. They were able to get the contractors to come in and hook up the water and appliances so that we had a livable space. Once COVID restrictions were lifted and suppliers were open again, Square Footage made sure that they got back to our place to finish up the final renos that were outstanding.
We highly recommend using Square Footage Inc for your renovations!
December 15, 2020

Brianne
Relationship
Client
John, Frankie & Laura were great to work with and we are very pleased with how our project turned out! Our project involved a kitchen renovation, moving a stairwell, redoing a number of bathrooms and a few odds and ends as well. Their communication through the process was excellent and their team is very knowledgable. A special shout out to Steve & Bob who were our onsite contacts and did great work. The project finished ahead of schedule - a rarity in projects like these.
We were really happy with the designs they came back with and in the end it turned out amazing. The designs Laura & Frankie put together were functional, look great and incorporated the things we were looking for. We get lots of compliments from guests on how it both feels 'homey' but also comfortable and trendy. Pictures of the kitchen and bathrooms were also submitted and won a number of design awards, which I think is pretty impressive and speaks to the design work. We would highly recommend Square Footage!
June 2, 2020

Karen Lun
Relationship
Client
This is our second project with Square Footage. Again, they did not disappoint. Our dark and dated bathroom is now light and so much more usable Laura and Frankie were on hand to quickly address any changes that I raised. A special nod to Bob and Steven who attended to the last hiccup in our project. All in all, a very professional team!
December 29, 2019

R. Wiley
Relationship
Client
We chose Square Footage to renovate a dated suburban kitchen and family room. The scope of the project was large including wall removal, enlarging windows and doors and making an awkward footprint workable. Frankie and Laura created a wonderful kitchen design that exceeded our expectations and really added to the value of our home. They created a timeline and budget and choose high quality finishes and products that maximized the value of our budget and met all of our needs. The carpentry crew were courteous, tremendously skilled and hard working which contributed to the success of our renovation. We are so pleased with this renovation that we proudly show it off. Quite often while having a glass of wine at the central island, we look around and grin as it truly is a beautiful space.

March 17, 2019

Martin Austin
Relationship
Client
The crew from square footage were top notch, and we would recommend them to anyone. Koodoos to Steve B and Bob and Laura.
Frankie and John were a tremendous help in the overall design and build of this renovation.
February 1, 2019

Cath
Relationship
Client
Complete main floor renovation, including kitchen. We are absolutely thrilled with our renovation. The crew was perfect: kept a clean environment, were reliable and trustworthy, showed exacting attention to detail, and pride of workmanship was evident at every stage. The work was done on schedule and on budget.
February 1, 2019

Ken Lapierre
Relationship
Client
This is the second time Square Footage Inc. has helped us with a difficult space. Our kitchen was small, dated and had zero storage space. Square footage used the existing space and designed an efficient kitchen plan with ample storage space. The finishes they chose are timeless and beautiful. The renovation was on time and on budget. Now every morning we have our coffee in a clutter free, organized, fresh, beautiful space. A great way to start each day!
December 6, 2018

Karen Lun
Relationship
Client
Frankie and her team at Square Footage Inc. transformed our L-shaped bathroom into a highly useable and functional space. Her solution was ingenious. It now has the oversized shower we always wanted, with clean and modern lines. Her team was polite and considerate - truly professional. I have no hesitation in recommending them to all my friends and family, and will definitely be using them for our next project.
November 11, 2018

Cameron Walter
Relationship
Client
Right from the beginning, the consultation process was excellent. Frankie listened carefully and came back with several creative designs. Square Footage provided a detailed and accurate schedule of timing for the renovation. We were really pleased that the job proceeded exactly on schedule and actually finished early. The work of all the trades was extremely high quality. They were all very professional, showed up to work exactly when they said they would, and cleaned up carefully every day. We couldn't be happier with our new kitchen! Frankie, Laura and John were a joy to work with.
November 9, 2018

Karen & Mark Mulholland
Relationship
Client
We had the pleasure of working with Laura, Frankie and John at Square Footage. They led us through a detailed planning, design and construction process, providing a high level of comfort during our kitchen design & renovation project. Through Laura’s design experience we created a unique and exciting design for our kitchen with many wonderful features that without her involvement, our ideas would not have evolved into our dream kitchen. The skilled construction team was respectful of our family & living space during construction, they were detail oriented, trustworthy and professional. We couldn’t have asked for a better design & construction team. We are thrilled with our kitchen and would highly recommend Square Footage Inc. for anyone who is planning a remodel or design project.




November 1, 2018Last modified:November 1, 2018

Marita Nizam
Relationship
Client
Redoing our kitchen was the last major renovation left in our house. After a very disappointing meeting with another kitchen company I contacted Square Footage Inc. I liked their pictures on Houzz and the fact that they do everything from start to finish. My kitchen is small so I thought not much could be changed about the layout and design of it. Boy, was I wrong, Frankie and Laura came up with an amazing floor plan that totally changed the feel of my kitchen. The finishes were unique and fit very well with the overall feel of my house. Let's be honest, a kitchen renovation is no fun. But John and the guys made it as painless as possible. They are always available (as well as Frankie and Laura) during the process to answer questions and address your concerns. I liked the fact that they had a regular schedule and didn't work on weekends. The job was finished on time and on budget. I ended up with a unique and beautiful and of course well functioning kitchen. We are in the process of down seizing and I think the fact that Square Footage Inc. will be handling the renovation of our new house as well speaks for it self.
October 31, 2018

HU-333158450
Relationship
Client
Spent over $220,000 for kitchen and main floor, plus ensuite renovation. When we visited the project site, floor installers were using sharpies to try and cover up their cutting imperfections on the hardwood floor installation. We spent over $3000 on the kitchen lighting, and we were told after the fact that they would not supply light bulbs. We purchased the light bulbs their electrician advised us to. That then led to the short circuiting of the oven and flickering of the lights. It took over 6 months and multiple visits to rectify. We were advised of warranties and that all work was guaranteed, yet we needed a stovetop removed by electrician to fix a counter stone separation in the kitchen, and they are wanting to charge us $200. The electrician was here for 15 minutes. We didnt make payment. John sent an email threatening collections. For $200, when we spent over $220,000! Bathroom tile grout lines went black after use. Asked to redo as it was a bad job. Squarefootage said to add new layer. Issue still not fixed. John was never on site as the general contractor. Not a good way to do business.
October 19, 2018
Comment from Square Footage Inc.:
Thank you for taking the time to write about your renovation experience with us. It is only through feedback from our clients, both positive and negative, that allows to maintain and improve on the services that we provide to our valued clients. I was of course very disappointed when I read your review and about the negative experiences that you have had. While an apology cannot alter your experiences, I do extend one to you with the upmost sincerity. All of the concerned parties have been addressed and dealt with as these kinds of actions and behaviours are not acceptable, and I can assure you that it will never happen again.
Someone from our management team will be in touch with you shortly to discuss how we may rectify this situation. In the meantime however, please allow me to address some of the issues that you have mentioned.
In regards to the floor installer using a sharpie marker, I can assure you that what he used was actually a very common and standard floor touch up tool that closely resembles a marker. Having said that, someone should have made this clear to you and I apologized for not communicating that effectively.
As for the chandelier and lightbulbs, we totally agree that supplying the right kind of lightbulbs should not have been your responsibility, and from now on and in the future we will be supplying lightbulbs for all of our clients in order to avoid these types of issues again.
Finally, we will of course waive the $200 fee and once again extend our sincerest apologies to you. We look forward to getting in touch with you soon.
Someone from our management team will be in touch with you shortly to discuss how we may rectify this situation. In the meantime however, please allow me to address some of the issues that you have mentioned.
In regards to the floor installer using a sharpie marker, I can assure you that what he used was actually a very common and standard floor touch up tool that closely resembles a marker. Having said that, someone should have made this clear to you and I apologized for not communicating that effectively.
As for the chandelier and lightbulbs, we totally agree that supplying the right kind of lightbulbs should not have been your responsibility, and from now on and in the future we will be supplying lightbulbs for all of our clients in order to avoid these types of issues again.
Finally, we will of course waive the $200 fee and once again extend our sincerest apologies to you. We look forward to getting in touch with you soon.

Paula Rowland
Relationship
Client
After saving many many photos from Houzz, we were happy to find that many of our favourite projects were actually completed by a company right here in Durham region. I’m delighted to post these comments, in hopes that it helps other people find a similar experience. We really appreciate the full service business model from Square Footage. Laura was exceptionally patient and very creative in designing the new kitchen space in a configuration we could never have imagined on our own. We removed one wall, opened up another and generally reconfigured most of the main floor. Beyond the actual layout, the “jewellery” of the kitchen (backsplash, hardware, lights) continues to make me smile every time I walk in. Laura was working with our existing floors and some pendant lights that we’ve gotten ourselves attached to — she offered up a colour scheme, materials, and sourced various bits and pieces in a way that beautifully complemented what we already had while also introducing us to new ideas. We love love LOVE the aesthetics of the kitchen. And the functionality? Wow. The wall to wall pantry and roll out drawers are an organizational haven. Laura even found a way to make a little toy box bench under the window! Such attention to detail was characteristic of our entire design experience. The same attention to detail carried over into the construction experience. John noticed little spaces in cupboards that I didn’t even see (old house = slanty ceilings). All those details were managed, lights were recentred, and extra layers of paint were added without us even asking. The only surprise we had was a problem with our roof trusses. This was something that the team couldn’t have known about until the ceiling was opened up. And it was something that was reasonably out of scope for the project. But John was able to get someone to fix the trusses by the next day - for a very reasonable cost - and the renovation was able to stay on schedule. I was so thankful for all of John’s connections. What a relief it was to have someone else organize the “trades day”, bringing all the trades in on one day to organize the quotes. And John was able to locate an engineer when we needed a consult. Without fail, every trades person that came through our house was polite, friendly, focused, and very professional. Square Footage made this the most pleasant renovation experience possible. And we love love love the result. Having done some price comparisons —- Square Footage was coming in at about the same price point as other quotes we received. But the result and the experience were far beyond what we have heard from friends and family that worked with other companies. We have a unique, beautiful, exceptionally functional kitchen that is customized to us and makes us happy every day. This company is a delight to work with. We are so glad we chose Square Footage!
December 31, 2017Last modified:December 31, 2017

Adelaide Chiu
Relationship
Client
We have been living in our new place for several months now and love it!! Glad that we chose square footage to do our reno. We live in a condo and there are more rules involved in terms of renovation in a condo building. John communicated directly with our building management office to make sure everything is up to the code/requirement. Love the place designed and created by Frankie. The new layout suits our lifestyle much better and makes it easy to entertain our guests. Last but not least, they provided the schedule for the renovation so we knew exactly what was going on each week, and our project was even finished ahead of the schedule. Everyone in the company is professional. A great crew to work with. Definitely would recommend them to anyone!
September 30, 2017Last modified:October 3, 2017

Petra Zoellner
Relationship
Client
I had moved back into my childhood home which had been frozen in time from the 1970s. I approached Square Footage about updating the kitchen and immediately felt comfortable with Frankie. Frankie and Laura saw the full potential of what could be done with the space and were able to modernize and make it so much more useful and inviting. What originally started as just the kitchen expanded to the rest of the main floor including the bathroom. The finishes selected and presented were beautiful. John and his team were extremely professional. Hard to believe but living through the renovation was essentially stress free. They had a schedule and were either on time or ahead of schedule throughout. Also surprisingly hardly any problems popped up during the renovation. Any issues were quickly and efficiently dealt with. I’m thrilled with the result and thoroughly enjoy coming home to my new (old) home. It’s so much better than I ever could have imagined.
September 11, 2017

Cindy Johnston
Relationship
Client
I am not saying nothing went wrong but the team at Square Footage was amazing. The finished product exceeded all my expectations. When thing went wrong, let me be clear they were minor, the team responded immediately and with utmost courtesy to address the problem. I would not hesitate to hire them again. What I appreciated most was ther communication and the care about my needs.
September 7, 2017

Steve Brain
Relationship
Client
We are extremely pleased with the final results of our kitchen and bathroom renovation projects. The design team of Laura and Frankie made the process enjoyable and stress-free. We particularly appreciated how organized and communicative the experience was, as well as on schedule (pretty much), which was no small task considering the large scale of the project.
John and his team of tradespeople / contractors were professional and provided high quality results. Only problem remaining is deciding what project we tackle next.
April 4, 2017

Lea Woodbine
Relationship
Client
We really enjoyed working with Frankie and the Square Footage team. Right from the get go, Frankie brought our design to life and knew exactly what we were looking for. What I loved most about the process was Frankie coming to my house and spending time with me seeing how we utilized our current kitchen and what could be improved (a lot!!) Her professionalism, knowledge of every detail from cabinetry to counter tops, and the choices she presented to us was wonderful. The finished product is absolutely amazing and we love having our friends over to spend time in our new kitchen. It is a show stopper!
Thanks to the team at Square Footage! Onto the next project!
January 13, 2017

Hilary McMahon
Relationship
Client
We considered numerous options before hiring Square Footage, but the moment we met with Frankie and John we knew that we had found the right partners for our main floor renovation. They listened acutely to our needs and came up with an inspired, functional, one-of-a-kind design that far exceeded our expectations. Communication was clear, respectful, warm and professional throughout. Every member of the team showed the same attention to detail and commitment to high quality workmanship, going above and beyond to meet their own exacting standards. We were tremendously impressed that despite the many components involved, the reno was completed on time and on budget. Our only regret? That it's over and we don't get to work with these exceptional people any longer. Until we start on the bathrooms...
December 20, 2016

Meg Goard
Relationship
Client
Our century home not only needed a new kitchen, it also needed to be relocated to another area in the house. The design team at Square Footage not only created a brilliant design, they also took into consideration our desire to maintain the "century home" feel as well.
Wonderful people to work with throughout the design and installation process!!




November 24, 2016

cathy1956
Relationship
Client
I wanted to change the complete footprint of our kitchen but all I saw were limitations. When Frankie presented two possible plans, my husband and I were amazed with her ideas. We chose the open concept which meant that the family room would look like the ugly cousin (Frankie's words) when the kitchen was complete. It made sense because of the way the main floor was laid out that we have Square Footage continue throughout. I quickly felt confident with every choice that Frankie and Laura made. I basically said yes to everything they chose. I was kept up to date on each stage of the renovation. The people that they sent into my home to work were professional and friendly. I STILL CAN NOT BELIEVE I LIVE IN THIS HOUSE!!!

September 14, 2016

Jan Mcmullen
Relationship
Client
I recently had my kitchen remodelled by Square Footage Inc. I am so impressed by the level of professionalism, courtesy, and attention to detail.
Such a wonderful positive experience. My kitchen is stunning.
Thanks to Frankie, John, Laura and team!
August 11, 2016

christyspicer
Relationship
Client
Really good team of designer and contractor. They listened to what we wanted and designed a great space on paper. During the construction process, they were always available to answer questions and let us know how things were going. The end result was beautiful and stayed on budget. We still love our kitchen today and so happy we chose square footage custom kitchen and bath.
March 2, 2016

jldavidson
Relationship
Client
Amazing transformation! On time and on Budget!
We recently moved into a new, very dated home. Our renovation budget was quite limited for the scope of work we needed to complete in order to improve the funtion and update the design of our home. We called Frankie, who visited our home, listened intently to our needs and gave our project the focus and direction we could not. Her extensive experience and expertise allowed her to make recommendations on how best to use our renovation funds. Through impeccible planning, and respect for our budgetary limits, Frankie and her team were able to transform the entrance, powder room, living room, dining room and guest bathroom. Frankie and her team designed the spaces and chose all finishes including flooring, counter tops, bathroom fixtures, lighting, tiles and paint colours. Her team of skilled trades executed the renovation on time and on budget. They were professional, hardworking and punctual. Their attention to detail is evident in the finished product. The transformation is amazing. Our house now functions and feels like our home. We love our new space!
December 9, 2015

Suzanne B
Relationship
Client
Square Footage have, on two occasions, done renovations for us. The first time was a smaller job but the second involved re-building the entire first floor of the older home we purchased on Buckhorn Lake. We were prepared to use local contractors because of logistics but Frankie and John would not hear of it. Not only did they do a phenomenal job but worked out the traveling, etc., all within the time frame required. I firmly believe that Square Footage will do anything it takes to get the job done and done well. We would recommend Square Footage to anyone looking for an energetic, modern and conscientious company to make their home beautiful.
December 9, 2015

mpalm14
Relationship
Client
Square Footage completed our kitchen renovation and it was a very enjoyable process. I was speculative about spending money on a design fee when a kitchen is an expensive renovation to begin with, HOWEVER, this design fee was well worth the money. Frankie and Laura took the time to learn what I liked, my kitchen and cooking habits, and they were spot on with clear choices and advice. Frankie and Laura are very creative designers and easy to work with.
John, Evan, and Stephen answered all my questions along the way and were very respectful and knowledgeable. The project was completed on schedule and everything was ready for Christmas entertaining.
I really appreciate the professionalism and the ease of communication with everyone involved with our kitchen renovation project. I would highly recommend Square Footage and will be employing them again for my next project.
December 9, 2015

maddog555
Relationship
Colleague
Very happy to have worked with, and continue to work with such great group of dedicated and professional people.
Always a pleasure to work with.
November 24, 2015

steven9572
Relationship
Colleague
Hi,
I'm Steve Shneer with Meshwork and Company in Toronto. We are a sales agency representing many lines in Canada. I have had the pleasure of working with Frankie and the great staff at Square Footage now for several years. They have an amazing eye for design and have done some great projects. I look forward to working with companies who know what they want, and do it!!! They have many amazing lines to chose from. I highly recommend anyone seeking great design, to look them up.
Steve
November 9, 2015

watermarks2015
Relationship
Colleague
Working with Square Footage is a dream! They are extremely organized, on time and very detail oriented. Asking questions for all the proper information before the job gets started to make sure things always go as smoothly as possible. To Frankie, Laura, John and the entire team keep up the awesome work and it is always a pleasure dealing with you.
May 27, 2015

htanzer
Relationship
Client
We recently moved from our house of 45 years to an upscale, but 28 year- old condo of 2500 square feet in midtown Toronto.Square footage designed and carried out a complete, comprehensive renovation of the entire space including structural modifications, appliances, furnishings and finishing touches, such as hanging pictures, placement of art objects etc. We were delighted with the finished product and the process. The communication and responsiveness of the Square Footage staff who were cognizant of cost, timing , and our numerous questions and concerns.
We would highly recommend them.
April 30, 2015

Amy Heath
Relationship
Client
We are thrilled with our new kitchen! It still feels new 1 year later and we love it just as much. Frankie and Laura did a top notch job designing a new layout for our kitchen that makes it much more spacious and provides loads of functional storage. There is not a single thing we would change about the design and the finishing choices. John and his crew managed all the construction. The attention to detail and creative problem solving did not go unnoticed. We were thoroughly impressed with all the tradespeople brought in to work in our home. As with any renovation, we expanded the scope of the project and the kitchen renovation grew into a main floor renovation. The team at Square Footage Inc worked with us to incorporate these additions and our renovation was still completed on time! Kudos to a job well done!
March 26, 2015

turneranne
Relationship
Client
We visited a couple other showrooms before making it to the Square Footage studio where we immediately felt like they were the people we wanted to work with on our kitchen renovation. Their studio had the slightly eclectic look we were looking for, and after speaking with Frankie about her ideas and the Square Footage process, we were excited to get started.
We appreciated all of Frankie and Laura's work throughout the process, but particularly getting the design just right. They had some layout ideas that we never would have considered, and they were happy to work with us on our vision. Their advice on where to look for tiles, fixtures and hardware were invaluable and enabled us to get just the right products for our space.
John, Evan and Stephen were always happy to answer construction questions, and provided great advice on a number of details. We also found all of the contractors to be very professional.
The end product was exactly what we had envisioned, and we're very happy we decided to work with the Square Footage team.
March 6, 2015

lyndakirow
Relationship
Client
In May 2014, Square Footage Custom Kitchens and Bath Inc. started a kitchen renovation project for us. Frankie was our initial design contact. She was very patient with us and took the time to really understand our wishes/needs. John was in charge of construction and overseeing the project. Everything was on a laid out schedule so we knew exactly what would be happening at our house and when. Steven and Evan did most of the work in our house and were amazing.
Our project went over and beyond what we initially planned on doing but that was by our choice. We ended up taking down a wall and moving a fireplace. The cost of the project was a little higher than we initially planned, but again, we ended up doing a bigger renovation than what we had planned at the beginning.
I would highly recommend and have already recommended Square Footage to others! We are very happy with the results of our reno and thoroughly enjoying it!!!
Lynda and John
February 23, 2015

lkikulis
Relationship
Client
My delay with submitting my review is not an indication of anything but being very very busy—and enjoying my renovation!! I am delighted with the work and expertise from Square Footage. It began with a simple review in a local newspaper and me walking into their studio/office/showroom and from my initial meeting with Frankie who simply knew and was able to communicate what the process would involve to the detail and care provided by Laura in the design stage from hours in Bathworks selecting fixtures and tile selections … I knew I had made the right choice. They made it easy to ask to extend the work from a small en suite bathroom to include installing of hardwood throughout and the detail that goes with such work. I’ve also had 5* assistance beyond the specific project—Frankie and Laura have shared their design expertise (carpet selection, painting tips, etc.) as my renovation moved from bathroom to family room. The work was done professionally by all trades people. As in all projects there are usually issues—and there was a real challenging one in my small en suite bathroom that resulted in significant delay—a tiling issue that took forever to solve—one of those issues where you lie awake at night wondering how things will turn out—however, my fears were unwarranted—Square Footage—Laura, Frankie, John and their team did everything they could to ensure the bathroom was completed—perhaps not on time—but definitely exceeding my expectations. They stood by their word to provide me with the bathroom of my dreams—I learned a lot about the renovation process through the time the Square Footage team spent with me—specifically, Laura—probably sick of all the emails—but always answered them! I highly recommend Square Footage – the expertise, the design innovations, and the personable way they connect with you. For my next renovation (which is already swirling around in my head) I will not hesitate to go back to Square Footage!
December 31, 2014

JV Enterprises
Relationship
Client
It is my pleasure to be writing this review for Square Footage Custom Kitchens & Bath Inc. I recently did a small renovation to my 17 year old kitchen. With the help from Frankie & Laura we choose new counter tops and backslash along with all new paint throughout the main floor. Everything went in without a hitch until the backslash went up. At that point we realized that it was not the look we had hoped for and looked towards Frankie for advice as it was not something we could live with. Frankie when above and beyond to rectify our tile delema by choosing a new backslash and having it installed at no cost to us. We are every happy and greatful for all that Square Footage has done and would highly recommend them.
December 20, 2014

Catherine Ralph
Relationship
Client
Laura was extremely helpful in making recommendations for vanity hardware, placement as well as incorporating a complete modern design. Inquiries and feedback were provided in a timely fashion. I was impressed with Square Footage's showroom and made my vanity discovery there. I was impressed with there style and knowledge.
December 11, 2014

jensnewkitchen
Relationship
Client
The scope of work for our job was a complete demolition and removal of old kitchen - walls/cabinets/appliances/flooring/electrical/gas, etc. thru to a complete rebuild - wall adjustments for more space/new cabinets/new appliances/new flooring/new HVAC/rewiring and re-alignment of gas supply. This job also included demolition and rebuild of Front Hall closet and entrace way. Our main objective was to make more space without encroaching on other living areas in the home and make the kitchen more functional by providing larger workspaces and more storage.
We approached Square Footage early in 2013 with our challenge; they were eager to take it on.
Their approach is team driven and follows a specific method that starts with understanding your requirements (including budget) which results in a design and a detailed project plan. Execution of the design is performed a highly skilled Construction Team completely managed by Square Footage. Closure of the project is also part of the process where Square Footage ensures you understand care and maintenace of new product and is quick to answer any post-construction questions.
When developing the design their Team is innovative, having extensive access to product, resources and other suppliers making your design unique and specific to your needs and budget. Being a client of Square Footage also gives you access to their discounts with other suppliers - for us, kitchen appliances.
During execution of the design, each week's activities are laid out in a plan that is posted and provided to you in your project binder. You know every day what is happening - and it actually does happen! The Construction Team comes on time, is there every night to show you what's been done, what went well and what didn't go so well and how they will recover.
No Reno is without challenge. What differentiates one Reno Company from another is how it is handled. With other companies we've dealt with in the past or, if we were managing this ourselves, this glitch would have set us back weeks and would have had significant financial consequences. Square Footage dropped everything and within 1 wk the project was back on track - with absolutely no impact to us.
The project lasted a total of 12 wks. The total cost of the project was high but reasonable for the level of service and commitment provided; this project was 100% managed and completed by Square Footage and included all new appliances. For a busy, professional family with little time, this level of service and commitment is invaluable.
One last special comment: Each house has a wall where you chart the growth of your kids. For us, that was a wall in our kitchen. At the outset of the project I asked if we could preserve this piece of wall. I was told there was no way it could be salvaged. This was 8 yrs worth of charting growth. On the last day of the project, I found in my living room that piece of wall - framed in Walnut!
When hiring Square Footage you will not only benefit from their talent, innovation and skill but you will have also met some terrific people!
We would go back to Square Footage in a heartbeat.
November 21, 2014

lpjohnstone
Relationship
Client
Upon meeting with Frankie Castro to discuss my kitchen reno project, I quickly became convinced that her style, professionalism and customer service attitude would fit my requirements. I am happy to say that my first impressions were correct and our kitchen renovation project was a great success. Frankie and Laura designed a kitchen that met our tastes, budget and priorities. They listened to my preferences, happily revised drawings and demonstrated a real talent for creativity and flair. The construction guys, Evan and Steven, were always on time, respectful of our home and both skilled and detail-oriented. John Bozic, who oversees the construction side of the project, always returned calls, promptly resolved any concerns and helped with issues outside his direct control - rare qualities in a contractor. I would highly recommend Square Footage as a design team and would not hesitate to re-hire them for future projects.
November 6, 2014Last modified:November 7, 2014

Ceragres
Relationship
Colleague
Stunning residential projects combining simplicity and beauty! Contemporary design inspirations at its best. It is a pleasure working you. Looking forward to continue our collaboration in the next few months.
July 16, 2014

dawnkristensen
Relationship
Client
Our kitchen design team was Square Footage. They helped us come up with a design for our kitchen renovation. They took care of the demolition of the space and the installation of all the new products. We had our entire main floor renovated completely, which included an entirely new kitchen, new powder room and new hardwood throughout. The entire team at Square Footage was very professional and well-informed. They kept us very well informed every step of the way - what we could expect to be done every week and how much it would cost us. We felt that we could always ask questions and voice any concerns we had as the project unfolded. We love the design of our new space and are very grateful for all the work that Square Footage did for us. They made the process as pain-free as possible. Thanks to Square Footage we have a beautiful kitchen that we absolutely love.
April 22, 2014

joseec68
Relationship
Client
We had a major kitchen renovation – demolition of an existing kitchen and separate dining room, removing two load-bearing walls and replacing them with pocket beams and column. New floors, cabinetry, electrical, plumbing counters and appliance installation.
The design process provided a space that is very functional and reflects our taste. The construction plan was well documented and perfectly executed.
We are extremely happy with the result and would highly recommend Square Footage.
March 22, 2014

KarenOConnor2
Relationship
Client
I first approached Square Footage with a vision in mind. They took the time to understand my desired outcome and were able to interpret my vision into a concept that met all my outcomes with more style and practicality than I could ever have accomplished on my own.
March 5, 2014

Doug Shean
Relationship
Client
Complete design and construction of kitchen. Extremely happy with end result. Helped with many ideas I would not have thought of. As with any project, issues came up afterwards, but after sales service has been 5 star.
March 5, 2014

Carolyn_Kay2
Relationship
Client
Complete renovation of kitchen, laundry room and living room entertainment wall. Did a fabulous job - through, professional, timely. Could not have asked for a better experience. From design advice to completed workmanship, we were completely satisfied. Would highly recommend and will certainly use them again for future renovation.
September 4, 2013Last modified:September 5, 2013

litehearted
Relationship
Client
Square Footage provides fantastic service & selection. We decided to renovate our kitchen before putting our home on the market. Frankie has an eye for design ~ creating aesthetically pleasing kitchens that make efficient use of space. John is always calm and walks you through what can be a stressful experience. The job was done on time and on budget, and looks beautiful. The new homeowners appreciate the unique features of the kitchen.

August 18, 2013Last modified:August 19, 2013

junecollins
Relationship
Client
We were so pleased with our new kitchen we called Frankie when we decided to renovate our master bath. As we were leaving the country for several months we arranged for the project to be completed during that time. Frankie is very creative with an eye for the unusual. Each of her projects are original and unique, not cookie cutter as some designers can be. The work was of the highest quality and completed on time and within budget.
I would not hesitate to recommend Frankie and her staff to any one who wants to renovate their bath or kitchen.
December 11, 2012Last modified:September 5, 2013
Commented: can you share the name of the backsplash?Hi Karen,
Thanks for your inquiry - the stone backsplash is called Cambria Summerhill, and yes it is a quartz.
September 4, 2019
Commented: can you share what the countertop is?Hi there,
Thanks again for your inquiry - This is Soapstone Mariano Blanco.
September 4, 2019
Commented: Can you share the blue paint color?Hello Karen,
Thanks for you kind words. That is actually a custom colour cabinet.
September 4, 2019
Commented: Can you share what the countertop is?Hi Karen,
Thanks for your inquiry! That countertop is called Elegant Brown Leather.
September 4, 2019
Commented: type of countertopHello Kathleen,
Thanks for your inquiry! The countertops are Silestone Eternal Charcoal Soapstone & Silestone Eternal Calacatta Gold.
March 21, 2019
Commented: Dining and island chairsHello Katesasmith,
Thanks for your inquiry! The dining and island chairs are custom made chairs.
March 13, 2019
Find Kitchen and Bathroom Designers to Help Get the Job Done
Tired of reading all the DIY tutorials? We are here to help. With over 1 million home professionals on Houzz, you’ll easily find the trusted Kitchen and Bathroom Designer for your next project in Ajax, ON.
Read Reviews from Ajax Homeowners Like You
Read homeowners reviews before hiring the Kitchen and Bathroom Designer to help with your project in Ajax. If you have questions, read other homeowners’ reviews or our discussion forum for a second opinion.
Easily Contact Trusted Kitchen and Bathroom Designers
If you’re browsing Houzz and have a contractor in mind, then you’ll quickly find that requesting a quote is easier than ever. From one simple dashboard, you can manage all the Kitchen and Bathroom Designer quotes you got.
Kitchen & Bath Designers in United States
Chicago Kitchen & Bath Designers · Cincinnati Kitchen & Bath Designers · Cleveland Kitchen & Bath Designers · Columbus Kitchen & Bath Designers · Dallas Kitchen & Bath Designers · Washington D.C. Kitchen & Bath Designers · Denver Kitchen & Bath Designers · Detroit Kitchen & Bath Designers · Grand Rapids Kitchen & Bath Designers · Honolulu Kitchen & Bath Designers