Core Renovations
Interior design in Calgary, for renovations that get built
Space planning, millwork and finishes from Kay2's in-house design team.
Design is included in every Kay2 renovation in Calgary. Our in-house designers draw the plans, model the space and detail the millwork, working alongside the estimators and project managers who will price and build it.
For clients who want every detail curated, the interior design package covers the complete look: finishes, fixtures, lighting and hardware, chosen together at the Kay2 showroom.
The design team is led by Carolina, Kay2's lead interior designer, with Krishna, our interior design assistant. They meet you at the showroom and stay with your project until the last finish is installed.
What's included
- Space planning and architectural drawings
- 3D renderings and sketch concepts
- Custom millwork design and shop drawings
- Finish, fixture and lighting selections
- Private sessions at the Showroom
- Design carried through by the build team
4.7on Google · 81 reviews
2× Renovator of the YearBILD Calgary Region, 2018 & 2022
CHBA National AwardBest Basement Renovation in Canada
Fixed-price contractsOne team, one project manager
Local expertise
Renovation interior design in Calgary: what to know
Designing for a Calgary home means designing for long winters and bright, low-angle light. We plan lighting, window treatments and material palettes that feel warm in January and fresh in July.
Because Kay2's designers work alongside our Calgary estimators and project managers, every design is priced and checked for buildability before construction, so there are no surprises between the drawing and the finished room.
Proof, not promises
See it built by Kay2.
The Kay2 Design Centre was a 2023 BILD Calgary Region finalist for Best Design Centre, and Google reviewers regularly credit Kay2's design team, from a custom ensuite and walk-in closet to a fireplace, shelving and front-entry redesign.
Read Kay2's 81 Google reviews
★ 2022 BILD Calgary Region Renovator of the YearChestermere, AB
Chestermere Lake Pool & Spa Addition
A lakeside home expanded for luxury and entertaining, with a 1,000 sq ft lower-level indoor pool and spa, a second-storey primary suite with a large walk-in closet, and a folding wall of windows facing the lake.
- Pools & spas
- Additions
- Whole home
- Ensuites
Bridgeland, NE Calgary
Bridgeland Custom Home
A five-bedroom, five-bathroom inner-city walkout with a loft, rooftop patio and downtown views from every level.
- Custom homes
- Kitchens
- Ensuites
Why Kay2
Why Calgary homeowners choose Kay2 for interior design.
The concerns we hear most are budget creep, timelines slipping and nobody taking ownership. This is how we prevent them.
Twice Renovator of the Year
BILD Calgary Region's top renovation honour in 2018 and 2022, plus a CHBA national award.
One team, one contract
Design, estimating, project management and construction under one roof. No hand-offs, no finger-pointing.
Fixed-price contracts
Scope is drawn and priced before construction, so the number you sign is the number you plan around.
One project manager
The person who plans your project runs it to handover, with a weekly status email.
Hiring separately
- Designer, contractor and trades each with their own contract
- Drawings priced after they're finished, often over budget
- Several people to call when something changes
Kay2 design-build
- One team and one contract from first sketch to handover
- Design priced as it's drawn, then a fixed-price contract
- One project manager who makes the call on site, same day
Planning interior design in Calgary?
Start with a complimentary consultation with a Kay2 estimator.
How your project runs
- 01ConsultationA complimentary conversation about your home, how you want to live in it and what must be included.
- 02BudgetAn estimator shapes your wish list into a scope and budget, with options you may not have considered, and discusses financing.
- 03DesignArchitectural drawings, then finishes and fixtures chosen at the Showroom. Permits, lead times and each phase are scheduled before work begins.
- 04BuildStructure, systems and finishes built to the drawings, on a protected and tidy site, with a weekly status email.
- 05CompletionA detailed walkthrough checklist, final inspections and sign-off only when you are fully satisfied.
Investment
Every Kay2 project is priced to its scope. After design you receive a detailed, fixed-price proposal.
Timeline
Your schedule is set before construction begins, including permits and material lead times, and you get a weekly status email throughout.
Free guide · 2026 edition
Plan your budget with our free cost guide.
The Calgary Renovation Cost Guide 2026: real investment ranges for kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions and whole-home renovations, plus the hidden costs to plan for.
Your first step
What your complimentary consultation includes.
- A conversation about your homeYour goals, how you live, what isn't working today and what must be included.
- An estimator's honest viewScope, feasibility and options you may not have considered, before anything is drawn.
- Clear next stepsHow budget, design, permits and financing will work for your project, and roughly when work could start.
- No cost, no pressureThe consultation is complimentary. Ask us the hard questions; there's no obligation afterwards.
On video
Interior Design by Kay2, on video.
Design ideas · 0:40
From mood board to finished room
The designer's process: mood board, plans, elevations and 3D visuals, then trades, details and installation day.
FAQ
Interior Design in Calgary: your questions answered
Can't see your question? Call 403.273.2202 or send us your project.
Do you offer interior design across Calgary?
Yes. Kay2's in-house designers work on renovations across Calgary and nearby communities, with finish selections at our Showroom and Design Centre in SE Calgary.
Is design included in a Kay2 renovation?
Yes. Basic design is included at no extra charge on every project. A full interior design package is available at a reasonable rate for clients who want every finish curated.
Do I need to hire a separate interior designer?
No. Kay2's in-house designers work with our estimators and project managers, which keeps the design buildable and on budget. If you already work with a designer, we're happy to collaborate.
Will I see my renovation before it's built?
Yes. We provide architectural drawings and can produce 3D renderings, and you'll choose real finishes at the Kay2 showroom.
Service area
Serving Calgary and the surrounding area
Kay2's award-winning and award-finalist work includes homes in Bankview, Rutland Park, Stanley Park, Southwood, Mayland Heights and Bridgeland in Calgary, in Lower Springbank, and on Chestermere Lake. We work across Calgary's inner-city and established neighbourhoods and in nearby Chestermere, Springbank, Airdrie, Okotoks, Cochrane, Strathmore, Canmore and Banff. Every project is planned from our Showroom and Design Centre at 3336 47 Ave SE, Calgary.
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