Renovations North York

Premium Renovations Designed Around Your Home and Lifestyle

Sunnylea Homes is an award-winning renovator and delivers premium renovations in North York and the Greater Toronto Area.

Renovating your entire home is a major project, one that requires a thoughtful plan, a reliable team, and clear communication from start to finish. At Sunnylea Homes, we specialize in full home transformations across Toronto and the GTA. Whether you’re modernizing an older home, reworking the layout to improve flow, or upgrading every room for better comfort and style, our design-and-build team manages the process seamlessly. With over 35 years of experience, we help homeowners create spaces that feel new, modern, and truly personalized.

Whether you need a complete home renovation, kitchen makeover, bathroom remodeling, condo renovation, or home addition, our transparent planning process and skilled craftsmen make renovation projects more predictable, high-quality, and enjoyable for homeowners.

A successful renovation starts with clear plans, an honest budget, quality materials, and experienced renovators who understand the full construction process. From the first site visit to the final walk-through, Sunnylea Homes helps you renovate with confidence.

Ready to renovate in North York? Call Sunnylea Homes at (416) 789-5229 to schedule a free estimate or book a consultation. Let us design and build the renovation that fits your life and budget.

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Why Choose Sunnylea Homes?

  • Small, hands-on, family-run renovation company

  • 7 years operating under the Sunnylea Homes name

  • Over 35 years of combined renovation and construction experience

  • Licensed, WSIB certified, and fully insured

  • 2-year workmanship warranty

  • Design-build services under one roof

  • Clear communication throughout the renovation process

  • Experienced team led directly by Geno and Marino Scopelleti

  • Premium craftsmanship, thoughtful plans, and quality materials

  • Realistic budgets, structured phases, and fewer surprises

  • Support for permits, structural changes, building codes, and inspections

Unlike many renovation companies, Sunnylea Homes keeps projects personal and accountable. We listen to your ideas, provide honest advice, and manage the planning process, construction, selections, and final details with care.

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Our Process

1. Initial Contact & Free Estimate

Call 416-798-5229 or request a consultation. We discuss your goals, budget, timing, renovation ideas, and what you want to change in your living space.

2. Site Visit & Concept Meeting

We visit the house, assess the existing structure, review opportunities for space improvements, and identify possible repairs, structural needs, or design constraints.

3. Design & Plans

Our designers create plans, elevations, and material selections. We discuss renovation planning, layout changes, structural changes, energy upgrades, lighting, flooring, doors, and other project details.

4. Quote & Contract

You receive a clear, itemized proposal with phases, schedules, materials, cost details, and a transparent budget. Once agreed, we sign a contract and collect the deposit.

5. Permits & Approvals

We handle permit applications and coordinate engineers or other professionals where structural work, foundation repairs, additions, or major building changes are involved.

6. Construction & Communication

Experienced renovators and trades complete the construction process with regular updates, weekly progress reports, site supervision, and a focus on keeping projects on track.

7. Selections, Finishes & Quality Control

We finalize fixtures, doors, flooring, cabinetry, painting, repairs, and finish materials. Our craftsmen complete installation with attention to detail and quality control.

8. Final Walk-Through & Warranty

At project completion, we walk through the finished space with you, address final details, and provide ongoing support backed by our 2-year workmanship warranty.

Our Services

  • Complete home renovations and whole-house design-build projects

  • Staged remodels and phased renovation projects

  • Kitchen renovations and kitchen makeovers

  • Bathroom renovations and bathroom remodels

  • Condo renovations and unit upgrades

  • Home additions, second-storey additions, bump-outs, extra bedroom additions, and bathroom additions

  • Custom home builds and high-end new homes

  • Design-build renovations with planning, design, and construction under one roof

  • Renovation repairs and maintenance

  • Structural repairs, flooring, doors, painting, finishes, and upgrades

Whether you want to renovate one room, create more living space, update an older house, or complete a full home renovation, Sunnylea Homes can help turn your plans into a finished space that supports your daily life.

Renovation Ideas for North York Homes

Every home renovation should improve how the home looks, feels, and functions. Some homeowners want to modernize old rooms. Others need more space for a growing family, a child, a home office, or an extra bedroom.

Popular renovation ideas include:

  • Opening walls to improve flow and light

  • Updating kitchens with better storage, finishes, and appliances

  • Remodeling bathrooms for comfort and accessibility

  • Adding an extra bedroom or functional living space

  • Replacing doors, flooring, and fixtures

  • Updating painting, trim, and finishes

  • Improving energy performance with better materials

  • Repairing structural issues before they become larger problems

  • Creating multi-phase plans for future upgrades

  • Combining renovations with additions or custom builds

Our team can discuss your ideas, review what is suitable for your home, and provide practical advice before construction begins.

Planning a Successful Renovation

Renovation planning is one of the most important parts of a successful renovation. Before construction starts, it is important to understand your goals, budget, project phases, materials, timeline, and the professionals involved.

A strong planning process helps answer important questions:

  • What rooms need the most attention?

  • What repairs should happen before cosmetic upgrades?

  • Are structural changes required?

  • Will permits or government approvals be needed?

  • What materials fit your style and budget?

  • What should be completed now versus saved for the future?

  • How will the renovation affect daily life during construction?

  • What unexpected issues might come up?

Taking time to plan properly can save money, reduce stress, and help avoid surprises later in the renovation process.

Home Renovations, Repairs, and Structural Work

Some renovation projects are mostly cosmetic, such as painting, flooring, lighting, or replacing doors. Other projects require deeper construction knowledge, especially when plumbing, walls, foundation, structure, or building code requirements are involved.

Sunnylea Homes manages both the design and construction side of renovations. If structural changes are needed, we coordinate the right professionals and follow building codes to protect the home’s structure.

From minor repairs to larger projects, our team brings the tools, equipment, materials, and experience needed to complete the work properly.

Understanding Renovation Costs

Renovation cost depends on the size of the project, materials selected, structural work, existing conditions, and how many rooms are involved. A bathroom renovation will not cost the same as a full home renovation, and a kitchen renovation with custom cabinetry will differ from a basic repair project.

During the planning stage, we discuss your budget, explain where your money is invested, and provide an itemized quote. This gives clients a clear sense of what to expect before work begins.

A well-planned renovation is also an investment. The right upgrades can improve comfort, function, energy use, resale value, and long-term maintenance.

Service Areas

Sunnylea Homes provides renovation services across:
If you are nearby and want to confirm availability for your renovation project, contact Sunnylea Homes to schedule a consultation.

Testimonials

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Mary Tso
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We had the pleasure of working with Geno and Marino from Sunnylea Homes for a complete home renovation, and we wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone seeking exceptional quality and professionalism. Their dedication, expertise, and attention to detail truly set them apart. We built a great relationship with them, and our experience with them from the initial consultation to the completion of the project was nothing short of outstanding. The entire process was smooth and professional, and it exceeded all of our expectations. They led the project, demonstrating exceptional communication skills, consistently keeping us updated on timelines and the renovation's progress. They have a fantastic crew! Their attention to detail and commitment to quality were evident in the excellent work across every aspect of the project. Each member of the crew and tradespeople contributed to the high standard of craftsmanship seen throughout our home. The result is a space that is not only beautiful but also functional and built to last. Sunnylea Homes worked collaboratively with us and our fabulous designer, Karin and her wonderful Team from Karin Bennett Designs, providing valuable feedback and recommendations that enhanced both the flow and design. Any questions or concerns we had were always addressed promptly and thoroughly. If you are searching for reliable, skilled, sincere, and friendly professionals for your home renovation, we wholeheartedly recommend Sunnylea Homes. We are thrilled with the results and continue to work with Geno and Marino on additional projects. We feel truly grateful to have hired them for a project that meant so much to us. We could not be happier with the transformation and the experience working with you and your team. Throughout the renovation process, every detail was handled with care, professionalism, and expertise. The collaborative approach and teamwork ensured our vision was realized, and the result far surpassed our expectations. Geno, Marino, and their crew demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication, continuously keeping us informed and addressing any concerns promptly. The craftsmanship and quality throughout the project have delivered a beautiful, functional space that we are proud to call home. We would once again like to formally acknowledge all the tradespeople who worked around the clock throughout the renovation of our home. From the demolition team to the skilled carpenters, electricians, plumbers, painters, and finishers, they all worked to achieve exceptional quality on the project, and we greatly value their commitment to our renovation. Geno, Marino and Carmela, a heartfelt thank you for making our renovation journey truly memorable and rewarding. You helped bring our vision to life. We are sincerely grateful to know you and look forward to working with you on future projects!
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Jasmine Lovric
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Sunnylea and Marino were fabulous. I basically gutted my condo unit and the results are beyond my expectations. His professionalism and suggestions were priceless. The quality of the workmanship and materials were outstanding. I’m totally thrilled with the outcome and if you are interested in a stress free experience, I highly recommend Sunnylea Homes.
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Sue Neal
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From the beginning Geno and his team had a total respect for and adherence to my time lines, my wishes and in fact, Geno fought for me on a number of things I really wanted that were outside the norm for my condo building. He was successful every time...and also spot on with original quotes, from start to finish. As a realtor, I have referred Geno and his team to many of my clients and they all get back to me with glowing reviews...including how personable the guys are. Thank-you Geno & Co., for making my reno such a smooth-sailing experience!
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Pamela Divinsky
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This is not a horror renovation story. Quite the opposite. Caring, Attentive, Helpful. Thoughtful. The Sunnylea Homes Team took extraordinary care of me and my home. We worked without a designer and the team was so experienced and knowledgable, they provided outstanding functional advice that made every decision and choice the absolute right one. Thank you to the full team - you have made my life a lot sunnier! Pamela
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Rohan Alexander
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Marino and the team got the job done on time, on budget, and with attention to detail that is hard to find these days. Hard to do better than that! Highly recommended. We initially began with a small job. Marino communicated extensively about timelines and the work, and accommodated our requests for timeline changes. After we started the job, we decided to considerably expand the scope. Marino and the team could not have been more accommodating and despite the expanded scope they minimized disruptions and met the promised timelines to the day. We were impressed by how Marino and the team worked intelligently and with much care as the job progressed. For instance, at one point, they recommended re-routing various pipes to gain us an extra inch of space in the washroom without any extra cost. Similarly, they re-did some tiling because of slight imperfections, even though it was going to be covered by the vanity, again without any additional cost. These are small things, of course, but they all add up. Highly recommended!
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Jaime Blott
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Wow! I had an incredible experience with Sunnylea. It started with a full gut job of our condo and 3 quotes. After meeting with Marino from Sunnylea a couple of times, I decided to trust him with our project and it could not have gone better. From arranging approvals with my condo corp, working through design changes and material changes with our designer, to scheduling and deploying trades and delivering our finished home on time. It was all seamless and for the most part, hands off for us. We moved in almost one year ago and Marino and Sunnylea are now friends of ours and even came to our housewarming party! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and I would highly recommend Sunnylea to anyone that asks!
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Benjamin Goodman
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From the beginning, Geno and the Sunnylea team worked collaboratively and effectively with our chosen designer. Along with contributing cost-saving edits, he quickly translated the designer's plans in to a reasonable and accurate quote and schedule for the work. Every worker on the project were experts in their field and were able to provide good explanations and recommendations for challenges. In general, we felt that no corners were cut throughout the process. Geno responded within 24 hours to any question we had. We would absolutely go to Sunnylea for our next project and are happy to recommend them to anyone.
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Geno has managed our construction project professionally and with realistic outcome. He has a specialized team that works independent of each other with attention to fine details.
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Dr. Sequeira Sequeira
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Marino of Sunnylea Homes was a pleasure to deal with from our first meeting over 18 months ago, until today. His knowledge, professionalism, honesty and responsiveness have never lapsed. I decided to have my condominium stripped to bare walls and cement, and then have it built into a place in which I could work and relax, while wanting for nothing else. Marino handled all phases of the work from demolition, electrical, plumbing, flooring, tiling and painting always in accordance with his initial timeline and also with meticulous finish! My unit has been featured on a House & Home video segment recently, which attests the level of finish he assisted in bringing about. I have utilized his energies and expertise on smaller projects as well. The current one being a renovation of some of the common areas within my Medical Clinic. I would trust both Marino and his various tradesman without question. I could tell they pride themselves in the work they put forward. Thank you to the team for making such a tumultuous endeavor seem painless.
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Chantal Templeton
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Working with Geno and his team has been an incredible experience. He has been transparent and flexible at every stage. The teams at the site were professional, courteous to the neighbours and careful in their work. Geno collaborated with my designer at every step and together they made this project beautiful. Highly recommend and would use again without hesitation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of renovation projects do you handle in North York?

We handle complete home renovations, kitchen and bathroom remodels, condo renovations, home additions, extra bedrooms, bathroom additions, and custom builds. We manage projects from minor upgrades to large multi-phase renovations and structural changes.

It starts with a phone call or online inquiry and a free estimate. We book a site visit to discuss your goals, assess the living space, and identify structural needs. From there, we develop design options, a preliminary budget, and a timeline.

Yes. Sunnylea Homes is licensed, WSIB certified, fully insured, and we stand behind our work with a 2-year workmanship warranty.

Timelines depend on the scope. A kitchen renovation generally takes 6 to 10 weeks, a bathroom renovation 4 to 6 weeks, and complete home renovations or additions can take several months. We provide a detailed schedule during planning and manage the construction process to keep projects on track.

Cost depends on the project size, materials, and structural work. During the planning phase, we discuss your budget, present options for materials and finishes, and provide an itemized quote so you know where your money is invested.

Yes. We manage permit applications and coordinate engineers and specialists for structural changes, foundation, framing, or additions. Our team follows the proper construction process and building codes.

Absolutely. We have experience with condo renovation projects, coordinating building permits, noise restrictions, delivery logistics, and condo rules while delivering high-quality finishes that enhance function and resale value.

We use dust barriers, floor protection, secure storage for tools and materials, and daily respect for your home. Our site supervisors enforce cleanliness and safety for every job.

We are a family-owned, design-build company focused on premium craftsmanship and client experience. Unlike many renovation contractors, we keep projects personal and hands-on, with senior leadership involved throughout the construction process.

Call Sunnylea Homes at 416-798-5229, message us on the website, or request a consultation online. We will set up an introductory call and site visit to begin the renovation planning.