Purple Turtle Design

The design process can vary greatly depending on the scope of the project. For a typical kitchen or master suite renovation, we like to allow four to six weeks for the layout development. Ultimately, the timeline is driven by the homeowner. We want to make sure that you are comfortable with the decisions being made each step of the way, and will take the time to ensure that you understand each concept before moving on. Once your layout is complete, we work with you to complete the selections needed for the renovation, and remain available to you throughout the construction stage.

Design fees are unique to each project we work on. We offer a wide range of services ranging from simple two hour consultations, to full home re-design and specifications. After our first meeting, we will prepare for you a detailed Scope of Service that will outline the services we will provide and the corresponding fee. Our design retainers are based on the number of hours we will be putting into assisting you with your design development. All costs are presented up front prior to the commencement of work.

Fantastic! We love working with clients who have a strong sense of what works well for them. In most cases, you will need, in the least,  drawings for your permit applications. Having a solid set of drawings ensures that your renovator knows exactly what it is you wish to accomplish and that there will be no surprises at the end as well as allowing you to have more accurate pricing right from the start. We have years of education and experience to offer you, bringing with us solutions and ideas that you may have not considered. We are trained to watch for possible conflicts and resolve them before you begin construction. A designer will help you to explore all of the "what ifs" ahead of time, saving you time and money.

We believe that what most sets us apart from others in our field is our collaborative approach and our strong relationships with the trades that support us. Since our inception in 2010, we have worked closely with Fire-Ant Contracting (and their various sub-contractors) to provide a seamless design/build process. We involve each other throughout both the planning and the construction stages, ensuring that the primary focus remains on the homeowner and their vision. This enables us to provide you with a fixed cost contract. We work to develop that same open relationship with our clients. It is so important to us that each of our clients is as comfortable with us as your team as they are with their final design.

Absolutely! In fact, you have all the say! Our job is not to change your home to boost our portfolio. Our role is to help you discern what your needs are and to prioritize those needs. We work closely with, asking questions, looking at images and developing a design that not only fits your needs, but tells your personal story.

Cindy (Purple Turtle Design) has been working with us for over a year. She was brought in on our project (a whole home renovation with an addition) and in the beginning stages, she worked with our architect to create a home that would meet the needs of our growing family. After we settled on the size and scope of the project, Cindy came up with various designs for our kitchen and master bathroom ensuite. Once we'd chosen our desired layouts, she listened to our concerns and fine-tuned the designs accordingly. She has been instrumental in guiding us through this very exciting process; she listens and makes excellent suggestions based on our needs and wishes. Her communication style is open and honest and we've especially appreciated the consideration she's shown as we've tried to balance our wishes and our budget. Cindy has also spent time researching options (for windows/doors, plumbing, flooring, countertops, cabinets, paint colours, etc.), helping us with selections, and communicating with our contractor and his trades to ensure that the choices we've made are smart from a building perspective but also work aesthetically. Cindy is creative, thoughtful, efficient and collaborative in her approach. It has been a pleasure to have her on this renovation journey. We would not hesitate to recommend her for your renovation or building project.

My husband and I had the opportunity to work with Cindy from Purple Turtle Design on a kitchen and bath renovation. Cindy took the time to help us get our design plans perfect, even though this took us a few months of pondering before we made a decision. She did not rush us, but offered constructive and helpful advice and remained patient. She asked me to send her my idea book from Houzz to learn more about my style. When we did our shopping selections, it was fun, quick and stress free because she was able to show me products that she knew I would like. Cindy is personable, honest, conscientious and fun to work with! I have no hesitation recommending her and can only hope we can work with her again in the future. Thank you, Cindy, for all your advice and help on our renovation adventure.

Cindy and her team at Purple Turtle did an amazing job coming up with multiple concepts for the space that I was renovating. All of the possible scenarios were attractive and I was quickly able to come to a decision on my favourite. Cindy and her team are extremely responsive to my needs and flexible on meeting times as I do not have a lot of time in my day. Overall I'm extremely satisfied with Purple Turtle and will certainly use them for any future projects.

Cindy of Purple Turtle Design has worked with us on two major home renovation projects over the past three years. We have been extremely pleased with her personable and professional approach to designing our space. Cindy has ensured that our personal vision for our space was not compromised in the process and helped us to hone in on blending form and function in a balanced way. Highly recommended!

Cindy has designed for Fire-Ant Contracting for many years and always excels. Our customers really appreciate her professionalism and talented designs. Cindy has designed our 2012 and 2013 Sam Award Finalist submissions.