Open Concept Renovation in the GTA
General information. Reno Rise focuses on basement renovations and legal secondary suites. This page describes work that independent professionals carry out; Reno Rise does not perform it.
Open Concept Renovation: What to Know Before You Hire
Open concept renovation — removing walls to combine a kitchen, dining, and living space — is one of the most requested layout changes in GTA homes, and also one where a structural engineer's assessment isn't optional. Most interior walls in a house built before the 1990s carry at least some load.
Professionals typically assess which walls are load-bearing before any demo starts, engineer a proper beam or post solution where needed, and secure the permit that structural wall removal requires in every GTA municipality.
What This Work Typically Includes
- Load-bearing wall assessment before demo
- Structural beam and post engineering
- Permit handling for structural wall removal
- Flooring and finish transitions between spaces
Independent Professionals
Estimates, contracts, warranties and the work itself come from the independent professional you choose, not from Reno Rise.
Toronto First, GTA-Wide
Reno Rise is focused on Toronto basement projects and can also handle enquiries from across the Greater Toronto Area.
Check Before You Hire
Confirm credentials, insurance, references and who is responsible for permits before you sign a contract.
Ready to Start Your Open Concept Renovation Project?
Reno Rise focuses on basement renovations and legal secondary suites. If you are planning other work, tell us about it and we will say whether we can point you to a suitable independent professional. Not every project can be matched.