A finished basement adds livable space. A legal rental suite adds monthly income. Either way, a professionally renovated basement is one of the smartest investments you can make in your home, and Bianco Design & Build is the team that delivers it right.
A professional basement renovation changes all of that. It a simple decision to do it. Finish it as living space and you add square footage that your family feels every single day.
Your basement has more square footage to offer than you think. We turn cold, unfinished space into a warm, beautiful extension of your home, designed around your lifestyle and built to a standard you’ll be proud of.
Best for: Expanding your living space and increasing home comfort.
A finished basement adds livable space. A legal rental suite adds monthly income. Either way, a professionally renovated basement is one of the smartest investments you can make in your home, and Bianco Design & Build is the team that delivers it right.
A professional basement renovation changes all of that. It a simple decision to do it. Finish it as living space and you add square footage that your family feels every single day.
Your basement has more square footage to offer than you think. We turn cold, unfinished space into a warm, beautiful extension of your home, designed around your lifestyle and built to a standard you’ll be proud of.
Best for: Expanding your living space and increasing home comfort.
One of the best investments a Canadian homeowner can make is a legal renovated basement apartment. We convert your basement into a fully legal, city-approved rental suite, handling every permit, inspection, and building code requirement so you don’t have to.
Best for: Generating rental income and high ROI property value.
Our basement renovation contractors know how to make big transformations and small makeovers. Want to enhance your basement?
We will make the basement redesign match your taste and preferences. It can become a spot that will help you relax and enjoy the moment.
We use high-quality finishes to renovate your basement and make it durable and usable. This means that with professional basement renovations, you can create a spot that lasts longer.
Got basement renovation ideas? No worries, we’ll make them a reality.
Not sure where to begin? We guide you from your initial concept to the final reveal. Let’s chat to ensure the process is smooth.
1
Planning
We aim to develop a thorough strategy customized to meet your needs and objectives.
Our team will evaluate, inspect, and document the existing conditions of your home, transforming conceptual ideas into detailed drawings and 3D renderings to visually represent your space.
Furthermore, we will meticulously select the best materials for your project, giving careful consideration to aspects like cabinetry, flooring, colors, texture, scale, and, of course, ensuring comfort.
2
Design development
Detailed construction drawings will be generated, covering framing, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing), and other necessary specifics. A comprehensive scope of work will outline resources, vendors, and budget considerations, including necessary permits. Our expertise includes crafting customized millwork, such as kitchen cabinets and vanities, tailored to your project’s unique needs.
We also manage the selection of plumbing fixtures and other elements, conduct a detailed review of materials and product specifications, and provide professional 3D renderings for visualizing the final result of your dream home.
3
Construction
We oversee and coordinate all project aspects to ensure a timely turnaround through setting timelines and overseeing work progress.
Emphasizing workplace safety, we conduct home inspections to meet Ontario Building Codes (OBC) standards.
Weekly site visits and reports are integral to project success, culminating in a final walkthrough with our team to guarantee your satisfaction with every detail.
We handle both finished basements (living space — family rooms, home theatres, gyms, guest suites, home offices) and legal basement apartments (fully city-approved rental suites with separate entrances, egress, and a second kitchen and bathroom). We manage the full project: design, construction drawings, permits, inspections, and the build.
Basement renovations in Toronto typically range from about $35,000 for a finished family space to $150,000+ for a full legal rental suite. A premium finished basement with a bathroom, wet bar, and custom millwork generally falls between $75,000 and $120,000. Final pricing depends on ceiling height, waterproofing needs, mechanical work, and whether the project is a living space or a legal suite. We provide a fixed-price quote after a site visit.
A finished basement typically takes six to ten weeks from contract signing to final walk-through. A legal basement apartment usually runs eight to fourteen weeks because of the additional permit, inspection, and code-compliance requirements. Underpinning or significant waterproofing can extend the schedule.
A finished basement is living space for your own household — it doesn't have to meet rental-suite requirements. A legal basement apartment is a separate, self-contained dwelling unit that must meet specific City of Toronto and Ontario Building Code requirements: a separate entrance, code-compliant egress windows, fire separation, sound attenuation, and a full independent kitchen and bathroom. A legal suite costs more but can generate rental income and add significant resale value.
Yes, in most cases. Finishing a basement that involves framing, electrical, or plumbing work requires permits, and a legal basement apartment requires a full permit set plus multiple inspections. We handle the entire permit and inspection process — drawings, applications, scheduling, and code compliance — as part of our scope.
Yes. A finished basement adds usable square footage and is consistently one of the higher-ROI renovations in the GTA market. A legal basement apartment goes further — it adds both resale value and an ongoing rental income stream, which is why so many Toronto homeowners pursue them.
Yes. We assess ceiling height and moisture during the planning phase. Low ceilings can be addressed with underpinning or bench footing to gain legal height; moisture and water issues are addressed with proper waterproofing and drainage before any finishing begins. We never finish over a problem — we solve it first.
Yes. Bianco offers project financing options through our financing partner — you can review terms on our Our Financing page. Many homeowners also use a home equity line of credit (HELOC), and a legal suite's rental income can help offset the financing.
We will be happy to discuss your project and make your dreams come true.
