Interior Designer Liberty Village
Design-Build Renovation for Liberty Village Hard Lofts, Soft Lofts, Condos & Townhomes
As an interior designer in Liberty Village, BiglarKinyan Design Planning Inc. (BKDP) brings 20+ years of design-build experience to the neighbourhood’s converted factory lofts, newer condos and townhomes. Nearly nine in ten homes here are in buildings of five storeys or more, so most projects mean working within a condo corporation’s rules and making a compact suite work harder. One integrated team handles design, board approvals and construction, and stays accountable for your Liberty Village renovation from the first sketch to the final styling.
A Liberty Village Interior Designer for Lofts and Condos
Liberty Village grew up around factories. West of Hanna Avenue, buildings from the late 1800s to the mid-1900s have been converted into lofts with exposed brick, beams and concrete. East of Hanna, the streets are lined with 21st-century condos and townhomes, and 85% of the neighbourhood’s homes were built between 2006 and 2021. There are no detached houses here. Each building type calls for a different renovation approach, and we plan for it from the first visit.
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Interior Design & Condo Renovation Services in Liberty Village
BKDP combines architectural training, interior design and construction management under one roof. A 13-time Best of Houzz winner, BKDP plans each Liberty Village renovation around what the space already has, whether that’s the brick and beams of a converted factory or the open shell of a new condo, and makes a compact floor plan work for how you live.
Hard Lofts in Converted Factories
Renovate lofts in the factory buildings west of Hanna Avenue while keeping the exposed brick, beams and concrete that give them character.
- Loft kitchen and bath design
- Exposed brick and beam detailing
- Open-plan zoning
- Lighting design for open lofts
Soft Lofts
Add warmth, storage and better separation to newer loft-style condos with exposed concrete and open plans.
- Custom millwork and storage
- Bedroom and den enclosures
- Kitchen and bath updates
- Flooring and finish upgrades
Condos & Towns East of Hanna
Personalize the 21st-century condos and townhomes on Western Battery Road, Pirandello Street and Lynn Williams Street.
- Full suite redesign
- Kitchen and bath renovations
- Townhome stair and storage planning
- Condo board approval support
Small-Suite Planning
Make a compact suite work harder for one or two people, with every square foot given a clear job.
- Space planning
- Built-in storage
- Home office nooks
- Furniture selection for small rooms
Complete Interior Design & Build Services for Liberty Village
Interior Design Services
- Full Home Interior Design
- Condo Interior Design
- Space Planning
- Lighting Design
- Custom Millwork
- Kitchen Design
- Bathroom Design
- Furniture & Finish Selection
Liberty Village Specializations
- Hard Loft Renovation
- Soft Loft Upgrades
- Condo Suite Redesign
- Condo Townhome Renovation
- Small-Space Planning
- Condo Board Approvals
- Custom Storage & Millwork
- Kitchen & Bath Updates
Construction & Renovation
- Full Home Renovations
- Kitchen Renovations
- Bathroom Renovations
- Rear and Side Additions
- Basement Finishing
- Custom Built-ins
- Electrical Upgrades
- Plumbing Updates
Project Management
- Design-Build Integration
- Permit Coordination
- Contractor Management
- Timeline Management
- Budget Control
- Quality Assurance
Local Knowledge for Liberty Village Renovations
Liberty Village has no Heritage Conservation District, but 18 of its properties are on the City’s Heritage Register, including the Toronto Carpet Factory at 1179 King Street West, the Toy Factory Lofts at 43 Hanna Avenue and the Central Prison Chapel at 70 East Liberty Street. For a suite owner, the rules that matter most come from the condo corporation. Under section 98 of the Condominium Act, changes to the common elements need board approval and usually a registered agreement, so we prepare drawings for the board before work is scheduled.
In a hard loft, much of the character is in the shell, and the brick, beams and concrete shape where plumbing, wiring and storage can go. We plan around them rather than cover them up. At Midtown Modernist House in Midtown Toronto, we turned a 1950s 1½-storey home into a loft-inspired space with soaring ceilings, and the same thinking about open volume, light and storage applies to a Liberty Village loft.
Transparent Pricing for Liberty Village Projects
We believe in honest, upfront pricing so you can plan your investment with confidence.
Loft & Condo Design Packages
Design only, for Liberty Village lofts and condo suites: space planning, custom storage design, finish selection and complete styling. A full condo renovation runs $80K–$250K+.
Loft & Suite Renovations
Kitchens, bathrooms, flooring and layout changes for larger lofts, condo suites and townhomes.
Full Design-Build
End-to-end design and construction management for a complete loft or townhome transformation. One integrated team, one accountable process, from concept to completion.
Our Proven Design Process
Discovery & Planning
An in-depth consultation at your Liberty Village suite to understand how you live, what you want to change, and what your condo corporation allows.
Design Development
Using 3D visualization, we develop detailed design concepts so you can see your finished Liberty Village interior before construction starts.
Project Coordination
Our project management team handles board submissions, any permits, contractor scheduling and delivery coordination with building management, so you aren’t managing trades yourself.
Seamless Installation
We finish with curated furniture, art placement and styling details that make your Liberty Village home distinctly yours.
Meet the Award-Winning Founders
Fardid Biglar & Kenneth Ho
Co-Founders & Principal Designers
Fardid Biglar and Kenneth Ho met while studying architecture at the University of Toronto, where they quickly discovered a natural synergy—every time they collaborated, their work consistently earned top marks. After gaining experience across the fields of interior design, architecture, kitchen design, and furniture manufacturing, they decided to team up once again—this time to create something entirely new.
Drawing on their complementary strengths, they co-founded BiglarKinyan Design Planning Inc. (BKDP) in 2005 with a clear vision: to elevate residential design in Toronto through thoughtful architecture, highly personalized interiors, and a more streamlined approach to the design-build process.
Recognizing the complexity and fragmentation of traditional renovation models, they set out to reimagine the client experience—delivering not only exceptional design, but also a simplified, transparent process. Their goal was to bring high design and a sense of everyday luxury to renovation projects grounded in creativity, practicality, collaboration, and execution.
That founding vision continues to shape the firm’s work today, setting BKDP apart as a leader in thoughtful, integrated residential design. Their work has been nationally recognized and widely published, reflecting a partnership built on trust, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to detail. Together, they lead a firm where every space tells a story—and every detail matters.
Fardid Biglar
Co-Founder & Principal 
Kenneth Ho
Co-Founder & Principal Frequently Asked Questions
What areas of Liberty Village does BKDP serve?
BKDP works across Liberty Village, between King Street West, Strachan Avenue, Dufferin Street and the rail corridor. That includes the converted factory lofts west of Hanna Avenue and the newer condos and townhomes east of it, on streets such as Western Battery Road, Pirandello Street and Lynn Williams Street.
Do I need condo board approval to renovate my Liberty Village suite?
Often, yes. Under section 98 of the Condominium Act, a change to the common elements needs the board’s approval and usually a registered agreement. Work that stays inside your unit may need less, but your building’s own rules still apply. We review the rules with you, prepare drawings for the board and build the approval time into the schedule.
Can you renovate a hard loft without losing its character?
Yes. In the converted factories west of Hanna Avenue, the exposed brick, beams and concrete are a big part of what you bought. We plan kitchens, bathrooms and storage around them, route new services carefully, and use lighting to show the structure rather than hide it.
How much does a condo or loft renovation in Liberty Village cost?
It depends on the scope, size and finishes. BKDP’s projects typically range from $25,000 for a design-only condo package and $80,000–$250,000+ for a full condo renovation, to $500,000+ for full home renovations. We provide transparent, fixed-fee quotes upfront so there are no surprises. Book a free consultation for an estimate on your project.
How long does a Liberty Village renovation take?
A focused kitchen or bathroom renovation typically takes 8–14 weeks from design approval to completion. A full home renovation can take 4–10 months. If the work needs condo board approval, that adds time before construction starts, so we plan for it from the beginning.
How do you make a small Liberty Village suite feel bigger?
We start with how you use each room, then give every area a clear job. Built-in storage, sliding or glass partitions, a fold-away desk and lighting in layers can make a compact suite feel larger without moving walls. In a loft, we zone the open plan so sleeping, working and living areas each have their own place.
“First, their work is top notch. My place has exceeded my expectations in every possible way. … They have impeccable attention to detail .. everything from the location of outlets to the tiniest details of the backsplash were thought out.”— Anish Acharya, Toronto — downtown loft redesign and renovation