Award winning architecture.
Award winning architecture.
“Thank you so much, Marisol. This is all thanks to the incredible help and support we’ve received from you and Joris. You’ve both made this entire process incredibly smooth for us.”
“Awesome Joseph. In addition to the mountain of effort and coordination with all the players involved you put in to get this all done, thanks for your help and guidance during this lengthy permit acquisition process. Your prompt, courteous and knowledgeable responses to all of our queries were appreciated more than you’ll know.”
“Joris, yourself and your team epitomize what a professional organization looks like, and it has been a pleasure working with you all to see this portion of the project to fruition.”
“Joris, we can’t thank you enough for creating our dream home! You made our vision real. It’s been a pleasure working with you. I’m going to miss seeing your Friday emails!”
“When we started dreaming about building a custom house in Southwest Oakville, we knew it had to be a Keeren Design. Joris and his staff were extremely professional, responsive and detail oriented with a high bar for excellence, and were so accommodating with all our design requests.”
We are an Oakville-based boutique design firm specializing in residential architecture. Our work is led by principal designer Joris Keeren, M.A.A.T.O., a registered Architectural Technologist with a passion for thoughtful, enduring design.
When comparing design firms, it's natural to focus on the fee — it's the number right in front of you. But the design fee is just one small part of a much larger financial picture.
A custom home is a significant investment, and the decisions made at the design stage echo through every phase of construction. Inexperienced drawings lead to on-site surprises. Permit delays add carrying costs. Missed details become expensive change orders. These are the hidden costs that don't appear on any proposal — but they show up on your final bill.
At Keeren Design, our 20 years of experience and 500+ completed homes means we’ll deliver not only a fantastic design, but we've already solved the problems other firms are still learning to avoid.
Efficient permitting. We know the process, the requirements, and the relationships. Our applications are thorough and accurate, moving through approvals faster — which can save tens of thousands of dollars in carrying costs alone.
Technical precision. Our construction drawings are detailed and buildable. That means fewer surprises for your contractor, fewer calls to the designer, and a build that runs on schedule.
Fewer costly surprises. What looks like a savings on the design fee can quickly disappear in the form of delays, revisions, and change orders. Our clients don't just get a great design — they get a smoother, more predictable build.
The design fee is where the project begins. Our experience is what protects your investment through to the end.
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Keeren Design has been delivering quality architectural design services since 2007, completing over four hundred custom homes in Oakville and the surrounding area. Our practice has grown almost entirely through referrals and repeat clients — a testament to the relationships we build with individual homeowners and builders alike.
Some may also remember our sister company, Keeren Fine Homes, a Tarion-registered builder that actively constructed custom homes in Oakville for approximately five years. Since 2007, we've focused exclusively on architectural design — and our hands-on building experience remains one of our greatest advantages. The practical knowledge gained from actually building homes informs every design decision we make.
We guide you through the entire process with a single, dedicated point of contact—making what can be a complex journey feel clear, structured, and efficient.
Every project begins with understanding your vision. We take the time to define your priorities, lifestyle needs, and design preferences so the home we create is not only beautiful, but tailored specifically to you.
From there, we develop a custom concept design, presented through clear and comprehensive drawings. We refine this design with you until it’s exactly right—balancing creativity, functionality, and buildability.
Once approved, we move seamlessly into detailed working drawings, incorporating all structural and technical requirements. We coordinate with trusted consultants and manage the entire permit process on your behalf, helping to avoid delays and keep your project moving forward.
After permits are secured, we continue to work alongside you and your builder to ensure the design is executed properly—protecting the integrity of the vision from start to finish.
Our experience doesn’t just result in great design—it saves time, reduces carry costs, ensures technical accuracy, and delivers a smoother path from concept to completion.
Exceptional customer service and careful attention to detail are at the heart of everything we do. We are passionate about design — crafting homes that balance striking aesthetics with everyday functionality. From sophisticated exteriors and standout curb appeal to open, sunlit interiors, we take pride in every detail. Visit us at our Bronte Harbour office, where great design begins with great conversation.
