Aquasky Studio
Greater Vancouver renovation & design

Refresh to sell.
Redesign to live.

From design and staging to construction, Aquasky Studio manages your renovation from start to finish. Our consultants visit your home, shape a plan around your goals, and give you a detailed, line-by-line quote.For detached homes, townhouses and condos across Metro Vancouver.

Book a free home visit Our services
DetachedTownhouseCondo
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From tired to stunningHand it to us. We take it from design to completion, ready for you to enjoy or sell.
From plain to vivid

Hand us an ordinary house. Get back a home you can't wait to live in, or sell.

01 · HAND OVERHand it to usAn older home, a new purchase, or a property you're about to list
02 · DESIGN & BUILDDesign & renovateOur team designs, quotes and supervises the work
A colourful, freshly renovated living room
03 · ENJOY OR SELLEnjoy or sellMove in and enjoy it, or list it looking its best
Who we help

Wherever you are in the property journey, we can help

A staged living roomHOME STAGING
Before you sell

Selling: present your home at its best

No need for a full gut. We put your budget where buyers notice it first.

  • Pre-listing review: what's worth doing and what isn't
  • Paint, flooring, lighting, kitchen and bath touch-ups
  • Home staging and pre-photo styling
  • Timed to your realtor's listing schedule
A redesigned open kitchenKITCHEN REDESIGN
After you buy

Buying: redesign it around how you live

Get it all done before move-in, with the space planned for your daily life.

  • Space planning, layout and storage design
  • Full kitchen and bathroom renovations
  • Materials, colour palettes and lighting design
  • Finished before you move in
A bright condo unitRENTAL REFRESH
Rental & investment

Rentals: turn units around faster

When a tenant moves out, we refresh the unit with durable finishes so it's back on the market quickly.

  • Move-out inspection and repair list
  • Hard-wearing, low-maintenance materials
  • Work prioritised to your budget
  • Remote updates if you live outside Vancouver
What we do

One team from first sketch to final handover

We are renovation project management consultants. We plan the work, select qualified contractors, oversee quality, and handle Strata and city approvals, so you deal with one point of contact.

Design & space planning

Measurements, floor plans, layout options and 3D concepts, so you see the result before you commit.

Home staging & styling

Furniture, décor and pre-photo styling that show off your home's best features before listing.

Renovation management

We coordinate trades, schedule the work, inspect each stage and send you regular progress updates.

Itemized quotations

Every task, material and quantity listed. Our management fee sits on its own line, with no hidden charges.

Strata & permit approvals

We prepare the scope of work, product specs, acoustic test reports and insurance certificates, and submit them for you.

Materials & sourcing

Local suppliers and materials matched to your budget. We help you choose flooring, tile, cabinetry and hardware.

Home types

Every home type has its own rules

Exterior of a detached homeDETACHED HOME
DETACHED

Detached house

The most freedom, but structural, exterior and basement work needs city permits first.

Common projects

  • Kitchen and bathroom renovations
  • Basement conversions
  • Siding, windows, doors, roofing
  • Landscaping and driveways

Keep in mind

  • City building permits
  • Structural or layout changes
  • Licensed electrical and plumbing
  • Longer timelines, done in phases
A row of townhousesTOWNHOUSE
TOWNHOUSE

Townhouse

The interior is yours to change, but exterior walls, windows and roofs are usually Strata common property. Check before you start.

Common projects

  • Whole-home flooring
  • Staircase refinishing
  • Kitchen and bath upgrades
  • Lighting and paint

Keep in mind

  • Strata bylaws and approval
  • Sound transfer through shared walls
  • No changes to common property
  • Permitted work hours
A condo living roomCONDO
CONDO

Condo / apartment

Condo renovations live or die by the Strata application. We know the paperwork and get it right the first time.

Common projects

  • Hardwood or laminate flooring
  • Cabinets and countertops
  • Bathroom renovations
  • Storage and closets

Strata submission

  • Detailed scope of work
  • Product spec sheets
  • Acoustic test reports
  • Contractor's CGL certificate

About IIC / STC ratings: the sound ratings a building requires apply to the whole floor assembly (concrete slab + underlayment + flooring), not the flooring product alone. Underlayment has the biggest effect on IIC, and rubber or cork generally outperform foam.

Transparent pricing

Know exactly what you're paying for

You won't get a single lump sum from us. Every quote lists each task, material and quantity, with renovation costs and our management fee shown separately.

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Work and management fee listed separatelyYou see exactly where every dollar goes.
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Two documents, signed in one meetingA service agreement and a work authorization, with clear responsibilities.
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Three payments, tied to progressThe final payment comes after you approve the finished work.
Aquasky StudioQUOTATION
Property: Condo · 2 bedScope: flooring, paint, kitchen
ITEMUNIT
Remove and dispose of old flooringIncludes baseboards and disposalsq ft
Acoustic underlaymentRubber, with IIC / STC test reportsq ft
Laminate flooring installationIncludes transitions and new baseboardssq ft
Interior paintingTwo coats on walls, one on ceilingsroom
Cabinet doors and countertop replacementQuartz countertop, removal and installlin ft
Subtotal—
Project management feeShown separately; includes Strata application and supervision%
Payment 1On signing, before work starts
Payment 2At the mid-project check
Payment 3After final inspection
* Sample layout only. Actual items and amounts follow your home assessment.
How it works

Six steps from first visit to handover

Every stage is documented, protecting you, the contractor and the Strata.

  1. Free home visit

    We learn your goals, budget and timeline, and measure and photograph the space.

  2. Design

    Layout, material and colour recommendations. We agree the direction before quoting.

  3. Quote & agreement

    A line-by-line quote, with the service agreement and work authorization signed in one meeting.

  4. Strata & permits

    We prepare and submit the required documents. Work starts once approved.

  5. Build & supervise

    We coordinate the trades, inspect on site regularly and share progress photos.

  6. Handover

    Final walkthrough, deficiencies fixed, warranty information handed over and the home cleaned.

Renovation plans and drawingsPLANNING & SUPERVISION
Why Aquasky

A renovation partner on your side

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Professional consultants

Experienced advisors from design through construction. Straight advice, and no unnecessary add-ons.

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Transparent fees

Renovation costs and management fee listed separately, so your budget is always clear.

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Real estate know-how

We work closely with realtors and know what buyers look for, so your renovation dollars go further.

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English & Chinese

We speak English and Cantonese, and handle all communication with contractors and the Strata.

Service area

Where we work

VancouverBurnabyRichmondSurreyDeltaCoquitlamNew WestminsterNorth VancouverLangleyWhite Rock
FAQ

Questions we hear often

Is the home assessment free?

Yes, the first visit is free. We learn what you need, measure and photograph the space, then give you a design direction and a detailed quote.

Do you do the construction yourselves?

Aquasky Studio is a renovation design and project management consultancy. We handle design, planning, contractor selection, quality control and approvals. The work itself is done by licensed contractors, and each party's responsibilities are set out clearly in the contract.

Do I need Strata approval to replace condo flooring?

Most buildings require an application first, usually with a scope of work, product specs, acoustic test reports and the contractor's insurance certificate. Bylaws vary by building, so we check your building's rules before anything else.

How much should I renovate before selling?

More isn't always better. We review the home with you and your realtor and focus on what shapes buyers' first impressions, such as paint, lighting, flooring and staging, while keeping cost and time in check.

How long does a typical project take?

It depends on scope and approval times. A partial refresh can take a few weeks; whole-home renovations and work that needs Strata or city approval take longer. Every quote includes an estimated schedule.

How do you charge?

Renovation costs and our project management fee are listed separately. After the home visit, we give you a line-by-line quote based on the scope of work. Payment is usually made in three stages: on signing before work starts, at the mid-project check, and after final inspection.

What if something goes wrong after completion?

Workmanship warranty terms are written into the work authorization. If you find an issue after handover, contact us directly and we will coordinate the contractor's repairs.

Ready to start your renovation?

Tell us your home type, location and what you'd like to do. We'll get back to you quickly to arrange a free home visit.