Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Custom Home Builder in Ontario
A & R Design Build has dedicated over 45 years to crafting custom homes and cottages across Ontario. Since 1973, we have built more than 1500 projects, earning a reputation for quality, reliability, and personalized service. As a family-owned business, we prioritize client input throughout the entire building process, ensuring each home reflects the unique vision and lifestyle of our customers. Our expertise spans from foundation to finish, with options including turnkey solutions, DIY-ready packages, and fully customizable designs. We specialize in creating timeless country classics, space-efficient country retreats, panoramic view homes, and post-and-beam structures tailored to challenging landscapes. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by our extensive portfolio, client testimonials, and the trust earned through decades of referrals.We collaborate closely with clients to navigate financing, permits, and design choices, delivering stress-free experiences from initial consultations to final walkthroughs. Our proven track record of over 1500 completed projects demonstrates our capacity to execute complex builds efficiently while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. As a certified R-2000 builder, we integrate energy-efficient practices without compromising architectural integrity. Our teams deep local knowledge ensures projects align with Central Ontarios unique geographical and regulatory requirements.
Services
Custom Home Building
Turnkey Solutions
Cottage Construction
Foundation Framing
Design Customization
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of experience building custom homes in Ontario.
- Our family-owned business prioritizes client input and satisfaction.
- We offer customizable designs to suit individual needs and budgets.
- We provide turnkey solutions from design to completion.
- We have built over 1500 homes, demonstrating our reliability and expertise.
Associations and certifications
- R-2000
What people say
Exceptional service
Positive experience
Magnificent result
Delight to work with
Stress-free process
Services
Custom Home Building
We specialize in constructing fully personalized residences tailored to your lifestyle and property characteristics. Our expertise includes intricate customizations, energy-efficient R-2000 certified builds, and adapting designs for challenging landscapes. Clients benefit from our 45+ years of experience and portfolio of 1500+ completed projects, ensuring their vision becomes reality with precision and quality craftsmanship.
Turnkey Solutions
Our turnkey service delivers fully finished homes ready for immediate occupancy. From foundation to final fixtures, we manage every detail including financing assistance, permit acquisition, and trades coordination. This comprehensive solution eliminates client stress through our 45-year proven process, allowing homeowners to focus solely on enjoying their new property without construction complexities.
Design Customization
We modify existing Viceroy plans or develop entirely new blueprints to match client preferences. Our in-house team handles structural adaptations, interior layout optimization, and exterior styling choices. This service combines creative flexibility with technical expertise, ensuring functional spaces that maximize natural light and integrate seamlessly with surrounding landscapes while maintaining budget constraints.
Cottage Construction
We specialize in constructing vacation homes and retirement cottages optimized for Ontarios cottage country. Our designs address narrow lots, sloping terrains, and view preservation through open-concept layouts and walkout basement solutions. Clients receive tailored guidance on materials selection, seasonal usage planning, and integration with natural surroundings for enhanced enjoyment and long-term value.
Foundation Framing
We provide foundational frameworks and partial construction packages for DIY-oriented clients. This includes precision-crafted foundation systems, framing components, and high-quality material delivery to job sites. Our standardized packages maintain structural integrity while offering flexibility for self-directed completion, supported by our teams technical expertise and proven construction methodologies developed over 45 years.
People
Ren Ouellet Jr.
Owner
Second-generation builder with 25+ years of hands-on experience, specializing in Viceroy-style home construction. Ren leads design innovations while maintaining the family business commitment to client-centric service established by his father in 1973.
Questions
What types of homes do you specialize in?
We focus on custom-designed homes including country classics, cottage retreats, panoramic view properties, and post-and-beam structures tailored for Ontario’s landscapes.
Is financing assistance available?
Yes, we provide guidance through third-party financing options and incorporate budget considerations into all design phases to ensure financial clarity.
Can I customize existing home plans?
Absolutely – our team modifies Viceroy designs or develops unique blueprints based on client input, with over 45 years of experience in structural adaptations.
How long does construction typically take?
Project timelines vary based on scope, but our 45-year process ensures efficient execution from initial consultation to occupancy.
Do you build outside Ontario?
While headquartered in Ontario, we operate across Central Ontario including Midland, Parry Sound, Innisfil, and Georgian Bay regions.