Canada Commercial Construction Contractors & Commercial Renovation Contractors
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Built to higher standards.
We create environments that authentically express your brand’s attitude and story. Spaces that draw customers in by standing out from the everyday ordinary.
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We build places you can't ignore.
Over the last decade, we’ve helped hundreds of world class brands and businesses build iconic destinations that match their mission.
Our services.
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Pre-Construction
Guiding clients through every stage of planning, costing, risk management, scope and scheduling so you can start building faster.
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Full Service General Contracting
BUILD IT employs our own dedicated labour force of framing, drywall, taping, painting, tile, flooring and installation experts.
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Project Management
Every BUILD IT project is overseen by a dedicated project manager to ensure all moving pieces are guided by the same vision.
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Millwork
Our 25,000 sq ft. facility boasts state-of-the-art woodworking equipment, accelerating timelines + reducing project costs.
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Design Services
BUILD IT takes an integrated approach to design, offering all the creative capabilities needed to fully realize your concept.
Latest projects.
The most important point of contact you'll ever have with your customer comes the moment they step inside your doors – and we know what it takes to set a world class standard in hospitality, retail, and commercial spaces.
In the media.
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March 2, 2023
Inside the newly opened IHOP restaurant in Calgary
There is a new IHOP that just arrived in Calgary. This is the second outpost for the International House of Pancakes having opened at Southcentre Mall in October. The other location can be found at 901 64th Avenue NE #4170. There are many great spots for pancakes in YYC (more…)
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March 2, 2023
Alberta is getting another Jollibee
Can’t get enough of their Peach Mango Pies? Beloved fast-food chain, Jollibee is opening a brand new location in Alberta and we can’t wait – after all, the more there are, the merrier! Constructed by Calgary company, Build It, Red Deer’s very first Jollibee location will be 3,000 square feet (more…)
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October 22, 2020
Trendy Toronto restaurant opening first GTA location in Mississauga
This year hasn’t been a good one for restaurants and the foodies who love them, but new places are still popping up in Mississauga—including popular, on-trend places that are finally making their way to our neck of the woods. Fresh Restaurants, (more…)
What our clients say about us.
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“On time, on budget, great team all around.”
Earls Kitchen + Bar Restaurants
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“Worked as a true partner.”
Chick-fil-A Toronto
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“Driving the project forward with solutions based construction management. Good management and site supervision is an asset”
Jollibee
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“How accessible everyone was and how personal the build felt!”
Chick-fil-A Yorkdale
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“BUILD IT By Design is the general contractor of choice for Basil Box. Not only is their quality of work top notch, but everyone on their team is extremely knowledgeable and experienced. Would highly recommend and we look forward to continuing our relationship with them.”
Basil Box
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“Working with BUILD IT By Design has allowed myself and my team to focus on the growth of our brand while their one stop solution handles our complete construction need’s start to finish.”
Paramount Fine Foods
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“Excellent team to work with! Build it by Design almost made it too easy for us during construction because of how efficient they were on site and how much initiative they took. We would totally work with them again if the opportunity arises!”
West Toronto Christian Community Church
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“From start to finish, BUILD IT was engaged and took every aspect of our project seriously. We were very encouraged with the high level of professionalism from the entire team (from project management to the site crew), and we felt like we were their first priority the whole way through. A special thanks to Jay for his and all of his crew's efforts - you've made our vision come to life. Look forward to working with BUILD IT for many years to come.”
Harbour Eats by Mercatino
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“Covering all bases. Doing what it takes to make end-client happy.”
Food Dudes
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“Build It By Design gets it done. They are professional. There team not only has your best interests but they are wonderful to work with. They got the job done sooner than they forecasted and most importantly, they did not cut corners. I highly recommend their contract services.”
Chef On Call
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“Great experience overall. Always punctual and responsive. You can count on the whole team and their contractors to work through obstacles and to get the job done. Great work guys.”
Jump Photo Studio
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“BUILD IT By Design recently completed a complete restaurant build-out for us on time and on budget. Everybody on the team was a real professional and their sub-trades were top-notch and as dedicated to the project as BUILD IT were. Despite being one of the smaller projects they'll likely tackle this year I felt as if all the resources of the organization were being dedicated to my project. The amount of attention paid to the project by their senior people was as impressive as their responsiveness.”
Salt & Tobacco
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“Communication was excellent and workmanship impeccable”
The Macaron Boutique - Food District
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“Working with Build It By Design was a huge help in getting my business started. From personal advice to professional recommendations, this company helped us set our retail atmosphere which has wow'ed almost every client we've had through our doors. Special shout out to Alburt who worked around our demanding schedule and went above and beyond for us. I would highly recommend working with them; they'll make it a breeze to get your work done in a timely and professional manner.”
Glass Monocle Eyecare
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“Feedback & expert advice in design phase, great service, high quality build, amazing end result!”
Arvinda's Spices & Chai
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“Build It By Design was a pleasant surprise in the world of contracting. From the beginning to end of the project they were clear about their delivery dates in which they met or exceeded them. Their pricing structure was clearly laid out, was fair, and didn't increase at any point of the project. I am satisfied with the finished product and would certainly recommend and use them again for our future restaurants.”
Eva's Original Chimneys
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“Build it By Design were fantastic from Day 1. They helped us deal with the City which was not an easy task, built our store in record timing, and supported us even after our store was finally open. We have received so many compliments about the store's professional appearance to the point that most customers mistake us for a franchise chain. Thank you BIBD for hand-holding us through this typically challenging journey. We look forward to working with you on our next project!”
Supermoon
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“I have now used Build it by Design for several projects, they very professional and deliver an outstanding product. You can count on them to be on time and on budget. They will follow up with you 7 days a week. I think that Alburt who will co-ordinate the whole project with you but the trades are great, their office staff and they millwork shop is very good. Please use them you will be happy.”
JFS Franchsing
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“BUILD IT By Design has provided us with exceptional service while managing timelines and budgets. Their on-site supervision and Project Management is professional and thorough. Always on spec, the word "deficiency" is NOT in their vocabulary.”
Mary Brown's
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“We recently used Build It By Design for our restaurant, Bombay Street Food. From the very beginning, Simon and Alburt were attentive and diligent about our project. When construction started, the whole Build It team continued to impress on every level: their work was impeccable, they were punctual and friendly, open to addressing our questions and concerns, and extremely organized. Our project was executed brilliantly and we couldn't be more thrilled with the results. We would absolutely recommend Build It By Design to any one looking for a contractor and would definitely use them again if the opportunity arose!”
Bombay Street Food