Crafting thoughtful, livable spaces with skill and dedication.
Kis & Varone are Toronto-based contractors, specializing in residential renovations. We work collaboratively with our clients and our team of skilled trades and makers, building beautiful spaces with attention to detail, creativity, and with integrity.
DESIGN
Our team can help you design your new floor plan, living space, built in-cabinetry, and architectural and millwork details. We focus on the details so You can rest assured that your new space will flow seamlessly, function as you need it to, and of course, be as beautiful as you imagined. Throughout the process, we’re here to support you, creatively and respectfully. Collaboratively bringing your space to life.
BUILD
Kis & Varone began with a shared passion for construction and design.We are on-site contractors that are part of every aspect of your project. With our in-depth knowledge of structural construction, framing, and woodworking, we carefully extend our team with skilled builders, and licensed and loyal tradespeople. Whether your renovation is a full gut or a remodelling, we can take your project from bare bones to finished millwork.
OUR SERVICES
Kis and Varone will craft and manage your project from idea, to construction, to the finishing details. From remodelling your entire home to updating your kitchen or bathroom, underpinning your basement or adding an addition to the house you love. We are experts you can trust with your vision. Working alongside our clients and architects to creatively craft you a space you will love.
PROJECT MANAGE
Our clear and transparent project management brings your project to life. Your project is kept moving on schedule and on budget, thanks to our creative problem solving, accurate budget tracking, and skilled sub trades. We take care of all scheduling, ordering, and deliveries; keep you up to date with our monthly budget reports and promptly address any concerns you may have all while keeping a safe and clean job site. Most importantly, we keep the stress away from you.
SEVENTH STREET
This second-storey addition for a growing family took unusable attic space and converted it into a huge primary bedroom with a sexy ensuite and a private balcony. On the main floor, we removed walls and added large picture windows, new hardwood flooring throughout, and a custom-built white oak staircase. Hardy Board exterior siding completed the job and elevated this home from its original structure.
Architect - Anthony Provenzano
“ I just love you guys cause you’re great carpenters!!! The rest is added value!!! A. Provenzano Architect for Seventh Street Project
PEAREN
This young family of four were ready to make everyday living more functional and beautiful. They came to us with a vision for their space and trusted us to bring it to life. We helped them reimagine their main floor living space, with an open concept floor plan, new functional kitchen, and custom cabinetry.
Design - Kis & Varone
“We are absolutely delighted with our new space and are settling in beautifully. Your hard work and exceptional craftsmanship have truly made a difference, and we are incredibly grateful.” L. Chaimiti
CLOSE STREET
These clients trusted us to take the lead on designing and updating the main bathroom and powder room, along with transforming a third-floor closet into an office ensuite bathroom. We brightened and enlivened each space into a contemporary haven. We worked collaboratively with our clients—and love how all our ideas and their choices created three unique bathrooms, which align so well with their style.
Design - Kis & Varone
“We couldn’t be happier with the transformation of our bathrooms. Kis & Varone approached the project with creativity, craftsmanship, and a deep understanding of design. While we shared our vision, we also trusted their creative instincts, and that trust paid off in the most beautiful way. The final result was nothing short of stunning.” K. Llyod
MILLICENT PROJECT
After serious water damage, this kitchen needed to be brought down to the studs and completely updated. To take on the challenges of this very active family of five, we maximized storage and reconfigured useable pantry space. We injected the clients’ style and love of the colour blue into the finished product with walls, floors, lighting, and blue counters.
Custom Design - Kis & Varone
“Silvie and Liz were professional, communicative, and deeply respectful of our home throughout the entire process— we trusted them implicitly.Their taste, style, and workmanship were impeccable. We now have a kitchen that is not only beautiful, but also highly functional and genuinely fun to be in.What an absolutely precious gift to have a woman’s touch guiding the communication, vision, planning, and execution. ” Skye-Engel Family
ADAM HOUSE PROJECT
This was an extensive renovation of three-storey, five-bathroom, nine-bedroom property for Adam House, an organization that welcomes incoming refugees. We were happy to contribute to such worthy work. Our main task was to bring the building up to code. We installed an industrial kitchen, with custom built-in benches and walk-in pantry, to accommodate 18 to 20 people. The basement was converted into a bright and spacious meeting space. Adding new flooring throughout the entire house, and updating bathrooms and windows tied everything together, creating a safe and inviting home for everyone.
Architect - Area Code
"Liz and Silvie were a joy to work with—hands-on, creative and genuinely committed to their craft. Their daily on-site presence, personal investment, and ability to navigate the complexities of a challenging renovation (including fire ratings, site conditions and technical challenges) made all the difference in bringing the project to life with care and precision.” Darcie Watson - Area Code -Architect Adam House Project
HAVELOCK PROJECT
As part of a full house renovation, this once dark and dingy basement was converted into a light-filled, one-bedroom suite. With heated, polished concrete floors and full soundproofing, this basement flat boasts hand-crafted millwork throughout and brings in as much natural light as possible, creating a warm and inviting space.“
Architect - Archaos Design - Kis & Varone
“The thought Kis & Varone put into this project is what transformed our basement into the beautiful space it has become.” S. Evans
ROXTON PROJECT
Our client needed to make a home for an aging parent. Our job was to take this once dated 2500 sq.ft. bungalow and convert it into two three-bedroom units. The client trusted us to help develop a floor plan that would use the space wisely without comprising flow and light. Along with extensive sound proofing between floors and walls, we installed new kitchens and bathrooms. Engineered hardwood flooring for the main floor and heated, polished concrete flooring for the basement suite.
“We couldn’t be happier with the results. Even as Covid became a reality Kis & Varone delivered all while maintaining a healthy and safe worksite.” D. Osler
CUSTOM MILLWORK
The Details
We believe custom millwork can elevate your home’s design. With our eye for detail and creativity, we can create beautiful and unique finishing touches for your space - from trim, molding, and built-in cabinetry, to walk-in closets, mantles, beams, and integrated shelving. We offer complete design services, fabrication, shopping, and sourcing to customize your home’s millwork. Making your space uniquely yours.
“Working with Liz and Silvie, the dream team of Kis & Varone was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. They handled the custom millwork, intricate floor design, and all of the trim in our historic home during a post flood restoration. They delivered nothing short of perfection. Every detail was executed with incredible precision, right down to the last millimeter. What truly set them apart was not just the quality of their craftsmanship, but the experience of working with them. The all-woman trades team brought a unique energy—fun, approachable, and incredibly professional. Communication was always clear and collaborative, and they approached every challenge (including the many quirks that come with an old house) with creative, innovative solutions that respected the home’s character while elevating its beauty.We absolutely loved working with Liz and Silvie of Kis & Varone and can’t recommend them highly enough. Their work speaks for itself, but even more than that it was a delight working with them. We are incredibly grateful they were a part of our team.” E Unger - Indian Road
