Studio Kimi Interior · Burlington · Oakville · GTA
A boutique design studio for Burlington homeowners who want a kitchen that feels like the most considered room in the house — designed and built from start to finish.
Led by Kookdo Kim (Principal Designer & Co-Founder) and Junghee Kim (Co-Principal & Interior Designer). Studio Kimi holds BCIN, NCIDQ, BID, and over fifteen years of interior design and renovation work across the GTA.
Rosanna — Mississauga. A full kitchen renovation with custom cabinetry, a stone island, and integrated appliances.
Why Studio Kimi
A kitchen built around how you live.
It’s where the day begins and where everyone ends up. We design kitchens to work hard and feel calm — warm materials, considered lighting, and storage that disappears into the design.
At Mona we designed a full working kitchen with a scullery and butler’s pantry: a clean, refined room out front, with the prep and storage tucked neatly behind it — designed and built by Studio Kimi.
Our process
From first conversation to final walk-through.
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DiscoveryA 60-minute conversation in your home or our studio. We listen to how you live, what’s frustrating about the current kitchen, and what’s on your wish list.
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Concept & LayoutTwo or three layout options with budget ranges. Real renderings, not generic mood boards.
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Detailed DesignFull drawing set: floor plan, elevations, sections, electrical, plumbing, cabinetry, finishes, and hardware schedule.
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Pricing & PermitsWe coordinate build pricing through our trades network or work with your contractor of choice. City of Burlington permits handled.
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ConstructionSite visits, supplier coordination, finish selections delivered. We’re there from demo to reveal.
“True luxury is personal — defined not by price tags, but by spaces perfectly tailored to fit your unique lifestyle.”
Kookdo Kim, Principal Designer
Recent Projects
Two projects, two briefs.
Burlington kitchens, specifically
Challenges we solve.
- Semi-detached load-bearing walls.When an open-concept kitchen requires structural engineering and Burlington permit drawings.
- 1960s and ’70s ranches.Lower ceilings and smaller windows. We redesign for natural light without raising the roof.
- Newer Port Credit and Lorne Park homes.High ceilings, good bones. The design problem is restraint, not scope.
- Heritage properties.Working within City of Burlington heritage guidelines.
Investment
Honest about investment.
Every project is scoped individually — whether a high-end, whole-home renovation or a single, well-considered room. Our design fee is tailored to the size and scope of your home — typically 7–10% of the total investment.
We give you a detailed, honest cost range for your project after our Discovery meeting — no guesswork, no pressure.
Frequently asked
Questions we hear often.
How long does a kitchen renovation in Burlington take?
Design phase 6–10 weeks. Construction 12–20 weeks depending on scope. Permitting in Burlington typically adds 4–8 weeks.
Do I need a permit for a kitchen renovation in Burlington?
Cosmetic changes — paint, cabinets, countertops — don’t require permits. Structural changes — removing walls, moving plumbing, electrical updates — do. We handle the permit drawings and submit on your behalf.
Do you only design kitchens?
No. We design whole homes — kitchens, living spaces, primary suites, bathrooms, and additions. Many clients start with the kitchen and continue room by room.
Can you work with my contractor, or do you bring your own?
As we are also a design-build studio, we bring our own trades. We’re also happy to work with your contractor of choice.
Do you offer virtual consultations for Burlington clients?
Yes, for initial conversations. The site measurement and design refinement work happens in person.