Our Story

Built on Precision. Now Building as a Family.

Design
Design is not a separate layer. It is the result of decisions made correctly.
Structure, layout, budget, code, and construction logic are resolved together. When those variables align early, the design becomes clearer, more disciplined, and more buildable.

This is where design moves from preference to precision.
Why Accurate Designs Exists
Residential projects are shaped by the quality of the decisions made before construction begins.

Accurate Designs was founded in 2000 with a goal to bring structure, layout, budget, code, and construction logic into the design process early. When those variables are aligned on paper, the project moves with more clarity and the design holds its integrity.

Foundation formed on an active project site
Site Credibility
Accurate Designs team presence on a construction site
On-Site Execution
Foundation construction and site execution
Built Reality
How Brett Works

Over 800 residential projects, from modest renovations to $20M+ estates. Brett has developed a consistent approach: coordinate every system on paper, anticipate construction realities during design, and produce documentation thorough enough that the builder’s job is to execute, not interpret.

The results are measurable. Permit submissions that typically receive 2 - 3 review comments. Builders report that our permit packages are among the most they've ever worked from. Projects where the design intent carries through to the finished home.

Where We're Going

Accurate Designs is expanding into a family-operated firm. Brett's wife brings VP-level corporate communications expertise to client experience and business operations. Their two sons are learning the practice, the next generation of a firm built on getting the details right.

— Brett Lyver, Founder + Principal
25+
Years in Practice
800+
Residential Projects
2 – 3
Typical Permit Review Comments
$500K – $20M+
Project Range
What Clients + Collaborators Say
Smooth Permit Experience

Accurate Designs was the best choice we made for our custom home build. Brett walked us through the entire process and designed exactly what we envisioned. The permit process was a breeze.

Roger - Residential Client
Oakville, ON
On Time, On Budget

Honesty, transparency, commitment and professionalism. Brett took full responsibility and delivered on time, on budget. He's the only designer I've worked since we met in 2010.

Majdi - Residential Builder
Mississauga, ON
Design That Delivered

Brett helped us design a phenomenal layout addressing all of our needs. The end result was beautiful.

Michele - Residential Client
Oakville, ON
Builder Perspective

I worked with Brett over ten years ago, he designed my home. Very informative, took charge through the permit process. Highly recommend.

Richard - Plumber & Residential Client
Toronto, ON

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