TORONTO ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN FIRM

Honouring the character of your home and the land it sits on, while meeting your unique modern-day needs today - and for years to come.

Thoughtful Design for the Evolving Home - including Laneway Living 

At Studio Z we believe in designing with intention. Whether it’s a full home transformation, a thoughtful reimagining of a single space, or a laneway house build, our unique full-service approach ensures your home not only evolves with you without losing the character that makes it yours. 

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Let’s start by debunking the myth that good design is just about aesthetics or that renovating an older home means sacrificing its character.

Your home and property should feel like a space that flows with you, supports your needs and reflects who you are. But too often, renovations lead to generic solutions that don’t honour the house’s essence or the people living in it. 

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Studio Z designs with long-term value in mind — maximizing your home as both an investment and source of calm
and comfort for years to come. 

 

HOW STUDIO Z CAN BRING YOUR DREAMS TO LIFE
HOW STUDIO Z CAN BRING YOUR DREAMS TO LIFE

The Studio Z Method

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  • We start with a deep dive into your property, lifestyle and vision — conducting feasibility studies, zoning analysis and early design concepts. Through collaborative exploration, we refine ideas to balance aesthetics, function, and long-term value, ensuring your renovation is both achievable and intentional. 

  • This is where technical expertise meets seamless execution. With the design finalized, we develop detailed construction drawings, coordinate with engineers and manage permit approvals to help your project moving forward. We also guide you through contractor selection so your home is in the right hands from the start. 

  • Studio Z is committed to advocating for your vision & protecting your investment. During construction, we act as your representative — conducting site visits, problem-solving in real time and ensuring the integrity of every detail. We oversee 

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Hi, I’m Zuzanna! Owner of Studio Z Design.

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A licensed architect with over two decades of experience renovating homes in toronto’s historic neighbourhoods.

More than just creating beautiful spaces, I’m here to honour the soul of your home — balancing character, function, and modern living.
I take a collaborative, hands-on sustainable approach, guiding you through every stage of the process to create a home that reflects your story and land while enhancing your daily life, and standing the test of time.

If you’re ready for a thoughtful design-driven transformation that respects both history and future, let’s talk. 

GET TO KNOW STUDIO Z
GET TO KNOW STUDIO Z

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The Results

  • “Working and communicating with Studio Z has been a wonderful thing, and I look forward to doing something else together.”

    Kelly Jenkins

  • “We were so pleased with that project that Zuzanna was our first choice for our recent kitchen renovation, and would recommend her without hesitation. ”

    Alan Jones

  • “Zuzanna is a gentle perfectionist with a keen eye and I trusted her implicitly to keep an eye on things and let me know when my input was needed.” 

    Richard Franz & Christina Kramere

  • “Working with Studio Z Design made this renovation project easy — and the result is a beautiful home that works for us.”

    Heather Yates 

  • Zuzanna was fantastic, and the fi nal result exceeded our expectations.

    Barbara Carou 

  • “Zuzanna is a very talented and creative designer — while also being incredibly grounded and attuned to her clients’ needs.”

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  • “Zuzanna created a fi nal design that was totally custom to our needs, with a great use of light, storage, and space.” We hired Studio Z to design an addition to our main fl oor and basement, and working with Zuzanna was fantastic.

    Stephanie Duncan 

Blending Toronto’s old home charm with modern design for contemporary living, through home remodelling and renovation.

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EXPLORE STUDIO Z PROJECTS
EXPLORE STUDIO Z PROJECTS