Renovations
Rusch Design Build is a Calgary home renovation company! We pride ourselves on being a local family owned and run remodeling business.
Rusch Design Build is a Calgary based, family owned and run remodeling business. RDB has been serving Calgary families for over 19 years, this experience has given us the knowledge and expertise to serve every client with the upmost quality. The RDB team works with great care to provide our clients with the best results. We treat your home as if it were our home, ensuring the quality of workmanship and materials.
If you are looking for home renovation contractors in Calgary, you can count on our team to create solid solutions for you and your family.
Why choose us?
There are many Calgary renovation companies to choose from. However, not all your options will provide you with the best service and quality for renovating your dream home. Rusch Design build is a home renovation contractor that has been renovating Calgary homes since 2003. We are a renovation company that gets to know our clients and ensure that their vision for their home is brought to life. We are professional and put our clients needs and wants first.
Through our design build process, we iron out all the details on paper before we begin. This way when the project starts it runs as smoothly as possible with the least amount of disruptions to your home life. We know what makes a great home renovation contractor is the team behind the company and we wont work with just anyone, we take our time to get to know our trades and suppliers and build a rapport with everyone we work with, we only work with the best trades and suppliers in the business! Many of our trades have been working with us for numerous years, some as long as 20 years!
At Rusch Design Build, we can guarantee a smooth home renovation process from start to completion. Rusch design build is a Calgary home renovations company that is composed of a unique team of individuals, all skilled in their areas of expertise. From an in-house designer, carpenters, and project managers to an office team with staff who excel in budgeting, estimating, and scheduling, making sure your home renovation stays on track! When you work with Rusch you can be assured that everything is taken care of from start to finish. At Rusch Design we take every project seriously, no matter how big or small. We see each project as an opportunity and a way to showcase our high-quality work, creative problem-solving skills, and expertise. We are dedicated to upholding our core values with every job, passion, enjoyment, integrity, adroit and accountability.
Most of our renovations come directly from word of mouth from past clients, and many of our past clients are repeat clients, using Rusch Design for all their home renovation needs! We don’t think it gets any better than that!
RENOVATIONS SERVICES
Home Renovations Calgary: Services we offer
Choosing a home renovation company in Calgary in todays market can be a daunting task. At Rusch design we are home renovation contractors with a solid reputation, backed by over 20 years of happy customers, multiple CHBA build award nominations, A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and most importantly positive testimonials from our past customers. Your family can rest easy knowing your home will be in great hands!
At Rusch Design we have worked on projects of all sizes and budgets. We specialize in both interior and exterior renovations, including kitchen, bathroom and basement renovations, full home renovations, exterior updates, and even home additions and garage developments. With our growing team there is no project we can’t complete. Here are some of the services we offer:
KITCHEN RENOVATION
The kitchen is the heart of the home! From preparing everyday meals to hosting holiday events, the kitchen sets the tone for your entire home and for all your gatherings. Your kitchen should be a place that inspires you, brings comfort and brings your entire family together. At Rusch Design, a Calgary renovation company we can help turn your kitchen into a space that you, your family, and friends will love. Our in-house design team can help with design, floor plan and functionality, helping to create a kitchen that not only serves all your needs but that is elegant and inviting, making it a place you will love to work and host in. Rusch Design can help you figure out what your goals are for your kitchen, what materials are best to use, how much to spend and what are the items you can’t live without! We have successfully helped many families create elegant and fully functional kitchens that they will love for years to come.
BASEMENT DEVELOPMENT
Basements don’t have to be just a dumping ground for storage they should be a place to bring your family together! A beautifully finished basement creates valuable extra living space for your family and adds value to your home! Rusch Design we can help you turn your dark, cold basement into a place your family will love spending time. With our knowledge and expertise, we can show you that the options on what to use your space for are endless, creating functional space for storage, playroom/game rooms, additional entertaining space, home offices or guest rooms. With your input the team at RDB can help you decide what the best use of your space is for your lifestyle. Whether your basement is developed already and just needs an updating or completely unfinished we are certain we can help create the best use of the space!
HOME ADDITIONS
If you love your current home but feel like you need more living space, then a home addition could be the answer! Building onto your current floor plan can add valuable living space and help build the home of your dreams without moving. From home offices to extra bedrooms the options can be endless. At Rusch Design we can help you explore all the options available to you, whether you build onto your current home or above your garage we can help design and plan something to fit your lifestyle and needs. Home additions do require a bit of finesse to make the addition look as if it has always belonged to the home. With our team of experts, we take everything into consideration; the current roofline, exterior and interior design of your home and the finishes used to make a seamless transition from the old home to the addition. Our design team will ensure your addition looks like it’s always been apart of your home. Not only will a home addition result in more space but it will add considerable value to your home.
FULL HOME RENOVATION
If you love your current neighbours, school district or neighbourhood but your home isn’t working for your lifestyle we can help you find a way to improve your existing home, turning it into your dream home! Our Calgary home renovations design team will work with you to help determine what can be done to your home to make it work for you and your family. Our team will look at your current floor plan and your goals and wants for a home renovation and help you decide what changes will best improve your home. A complete home renovation can be as simple as keeping the current floor plan and updating the living spaces or completely overhauling the floor plan and making it more livable and functional to your lifestyle. At Rusch we work with you to bring your vision to life.
BATHROOM RENOVATIONS
Although we love and specialize in significant home improvement jobs, we also work on smaller renovations such as bathroom renovations. The role of Bathrooms is changing, many homeowners want a room they can spend time in, a room to relax and unwind and bathrooms can often be the most overlooked room in terms of design and comfort. With our help we can improve your outdated bathroom and turn it into a modern, luxurious escape that your family and guests will love! The team at Rusch will help with the planning and designing of your new escape as well as picking all out all the essentials. At Rusch Design we are a home renovation contractor that excels at redesigning bathrooms.
CONDO RENOVATIONS
Our work is not only limited to home renovations, we also work on apartments and condominiums. We meet with the Condo board to discuss and organize all the details such as elevator bookings and work times to ensure no one else in the building is affected, we don’t only consider the interest of our clients, but we also consider the community. If you need improvements to your condo, such as bathroom renovations, kitchen renovations and other improvements, we can handle it. We are a versatile home renovation contractor ready to serve the needs of all Calgarians.
HERITAGE HOMES
Rusch Design was the winner of the 2018 The Lions Calgary Heritage Authority Award. We have had many opportunities to work on homes with the Calgary Heritage Authority and take pride in preserving Calgary’s Historical homes. These projects require meticulous workmanship, and attention to detail and we are one of the companies that has lived up to their standard. Not all Calgary renovation companies will take the time to work with the red tape that comes with working on heritage homes but at Rusch we see it as a good challenge and pride ourselves on being able to work on heritage homes.
PLANNING & INTERIOR DESIGN
Planning the interior design and visualizing the space of a home can be quite stressful, but it can and should be one of the most exciting parts of the home renovation phases as you get to see your vision take shape! The team at RDB can help take the stress off you and show you how exciting it can be to plan your dream home! With our in-house interior designer and our experience working with many clients in the past, we have incurred a wealth of knowledge in interior design and planning, and we can guide you in figuring out the best and most functional layout for your floor plan. An interior designer not only looks at floor plans and functionality they can also help you decided which areas of your home need improvements or updates, such as paint color, lighting, window treatments and finishes. At Rusch Design build we don’t just stop at designing and building, one of our team members will be with you as you pick out all your styles and finishes so you can see and feel the materials in person. We ensure that and our team keeps up to date with all the currents design trends when it comes to modern home design, you can count on us to give you a stunning end result.
EXTERIOR RENOVATIONS
Aside from interior planning and design, we also offer exterior services. First impressions and curb appeal are important, and before people see the inside of your home, they see the outside! Investing in the exterior of your home not only adds curb appeal it adds value to your home. The exterior of your home not only serves to protect the interior, but it can be elegant and show stopping as well. Our team will not only help make any repairs to the exterior of your home, which can help to improve energy efficiency and prevent any major issues from arising. We can also help turn your home into a head turner with fresh paint, architectural changes, new additions and accessorises. Let Rusch Design help you take care of the exterior of your home so your home makes the best first impression it can!
FEATURED PROJECTS
Our renovation process:
No matter how big or small your project is, our team is committed to your vison and needs. We uphold our core values, and promise to give our full attention to detail, creating high quality renovations for every project. We have a fully systemized approach to every project, which keeps us on budget and schedule where nothing is overlooked. We have been developing our process for years and our many happy clients are proof that our process works.
Here is how our process works:
Step 1 - Let's get acquainted.
We begin with a free in-home consultation, where a team member from Rusch Design Build meets with you to discuss your project and gain an understanding of your goals and vision.
Step 4 - Detail, details, details.
Your Design Decisions will have an impact on many elements and will help us in fine tuning the design and costing of your project. You will be introduced to your Project Manager and do a walk-through of your home prior to finalizing and approving your complete budget, drawings and selections.
- Complete Forensic inspection to identify structural, mechanical and/or electrical engineering services necessary to complete the design project
- Prepare construction drawings suitable for obtaining a building permit
- Arrange structural engineering review if required
- Prepare construction specifications and contract
- Prepare finishes schedules and final construction costs
- Building permit application
Step 2 - Planning for success.
You will be introduced to your team, selected for your unique project needs. You will all meet to explore your wishes, wants, and needs, and discuss how this will effect budget and scheduling for the project. From here your team will work on creating the space that you envision, while ensuring the proper engineering and building code needs are met.
- Review the space that is relevant to your design
- Discuss the idea collection as per your lists
- Work with you to define goals
- Take before photos
- Measure the existing space
- Prepare schematic designs
- Review with client schematic designs and budget
- Revise schematic drawings and budget based on client feedback (2 revisions)
- Host a Charette (initial review of the project with relevant trades)
Step 5 - Off to work we go!
Building commences! Your project begins! Your designer will remain in constant contact with the construction crew and you will meet with your Project Manager regurlarly to ensure we are meeting your expectations on the schedule, budget and quality every step of the way.
Step 3 - The magic of creation.
After identifying what you like, what works, and what doesn't in the preliminary schematic drawings and estimate, our design team will further develop the drawings and prepare an estimate based on your feedback.
- Prepare design/development drawings ( these are scaled drawings of the approved schematic design and include critical elevations) ( 2 revisions)
- Arrange selection with Selections Coordinator for all finishes and fixtures; as it applies to the project
- Prepare elevations and 2 D drawings for scope
- Prepare written scope of work
- Prepare lighting and electrical design and layout
- Prepare intermediate estimate of construction costs
- Review with client design development drawings and estimate
Step 6 - Enjoying your new space.
Your contract completion date will mark the final team meeting. We will guide you and your family through the finished result, explaining exactly what was done, how everything operates, and any required maintenance. We'll check in 30 days later, and again at 1 2 months to confirm that everything is still entirely to your satisfaction. If any issues or concerns arise throughout the length of your 5-year warranty or beyond, we're always just a phone call away. Our Service Department is available for any support you may require; all you have to do is relax and enjoy your new space!
Awards and accomplishments
During our tenure as the best Calgary renovation contractor the quality of the work and designs by Rusch Design Build are recognized by our multiple CHBA award finalist nominations, including winning The Lions Award for Heritage Home Preservation. RDB is also a proud member of the CHBA andl local BILD associations as well as a member on the local BILD renovation committee.
GET IN TOUCH
Ways to Reach Us
3612 Burnsland Road SE
Calgary, AB T2G 3Z2
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Phone: 403.457.2950
info@ruschdesignbuild.com