Lawrence Manor's 1950s bungalows are some of the most sought-after renovation opportunities in North York — solid bones, generous lots, and strong resale demand near Lawrence station. Kopman Build specialises in the bungalow additions and whole-home renovations that define this neighbourhood, bringing 25 years of construction discipline to every project on Lawrence and Bathurst.
Lawrence Manor is a compact, established North York neighbourhood where nearly every project starts with a 1950s bungalow. Renovating these homes well requires understanding post-war construction — aging electrical, original plumbing, and modest ceiling heights — before a single wall opens. Kopman Build has worked on dozens of homes just like yours in this pocket of North York.
Full gut-and-rebuild or targeted upgrades to Lawrence Manor's 1950s bungalow stock — kitchens, bathrooms, mechanical systems, and finishes.
Adding a full second floor to a Lawrence Manor bungalow is our signature project — doubling living space without touching the footprint.
Extending the main-floor footprint toward the rear yard to capture open-concept kitchen and family room space within Toronto zoning limits.
Legal secondary suites, family rooms, and home offices finished to Ontario Building Code with proper egress and ceiling height.
Complete remodels from layout changes to custom cabinetry, countertops, tile, and fixtures — standalone or as part of a larger project.
Multi-phase, whole-house renovations managed as one coordinated project — one team, one schedule, one point of contact from start to handover.
We visit your property, listen to your goals, and document the project in writing — scope, budget, and timeline.
A detailed line-item estimate with allowances and contingencies, so you know the number before committing.
We manage all permit applications, engineering consultants, and approvals — nothing falls through the cracks.
Full-time site supervision, weekly updates, and open-book cost tracking throughout the project.
Structured handover with all documentation, warranties, and a 12-month attendance window post-completion.
A full bungalow renovation in Lawrence Manor — updated kitchen, bathrooms, basement, and mechanical systems — typically runs $200,000–$450,000 depending on scope and finishes. Kitchen-only renovations range $60,000–$140,000. Bathroom renovations run $25,000–$70,000. We provide a detailed line-item pre-construction estimate before any commitment.
Yes. Second-storey additions are one of the most popular projects we complete in Lawrence Manor. Most 1950s bungalows in the neighbourhood can structurally support an addition once the foundation and main floor framing are assessed. Toronto zoning generally permits additions up to the allowable height and lot coverage for the R-zone. Kopman Build manages the full design, permit, and construction process.
Most structural renovations, additions, and basement conversions in Lawrence Manor fall under City of Toronto jurisdiction and require a building permit. This includes second-storey additions, rear additions, underpinning, and any work touching electrical or plumbing. Kopman Build handles all permit applications, inspections, and sign-offs on your behalf.
Lawrence Manor lots are typically compact but well-suited to rear additions extending the main-floor footprint. Toronto zoning sets limits on lot coverage and rear-yard setbacks, so the buildable addition area varies by property. Kopman Build reviews your specific lot dimensions and zoning conditions during the consultation, then coordinates design drawings and permit approval before any ground is broken.
A full bungalow renovation including kitchen, bathrooms, basement, and mechanical updates typically runs 5–8 months from permit approval to handover. A second-storey addition adds 3–4 months on top of the base scope. We build realistic schedules at the outset and track progress weekly so there are no surprises.
Tell us about your project. Initial consultations are confidential and no-obligation. We serve Lawrence Manor and all of North York, Toronto, and the GTA.
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