About Us
Thine Design
At Thine Design, I am dedicated to transforming your ideas into reality. My passion lies in creating innovative design solutions that are tailored to your specific needs. With over 17 years of experience and as a BCIN qualified Designer I have the expertise to deliver exceptional results. My focus on practicality and creativity ensures that I create designs that are both timeless and functional. As a small firm I specialize in residential design. With Concentration on one discipline, it allows me to devote my time to one-on-one experience with clients. Additionally, I can make the permitting process effortless, so you can focus on planning your new space. Trust Thine Design to bring your vision to life.
What's A BCIN?
The Building Code Identification Number is given to an individual who is pursuing the exams required to design construction plans, inspect buildings, or become a building official in Ontario. The exams are used to verify that person looking to practice has a clear understanding of the Ontario building code and laws. A person does not become qualified unless they pass both a legal component and a building component of a desired focus and registers with the Ministry of Affairs and Housing. This process was established when Bill 124 came into effect in 2006 to regulate design and building professionals and ensure a level of safety to the public. A person who has an individual BCIN number still is not be able to permit your plans but can work for a registered firm. For an individual to submit plans to the municipalities the qualified designer will also be required to register as a firm, which will assign a second BCIN number for the firm. This is done to verify the business is carrying the correct insurance to practice. When choosing a designer, it is important to check not only that they have the correct qualifications and insurance to complete your project but also the experience in the industry.
Building Code and Zoning Compliant?
Not sure where to begin your design process? The best place to start would be at you municipal building department. The building departments will be able to guide you on what is and isn't permitted on your property. Making sure your plans are built to the most current building code is not the only requirement needed to ensure your plans are complaint. There are also By-law, zoning, conservation, regional, heritage and more requirements that may need to be satisfied. If the process seems daunting and you are unsure of the steps to take your not alone and I can help to obtain the needed information and/or guide in what to ask for.
Client Testimonials
As repeat Clients with Nicole Hollanda we find the service has always been exceptional and personal. Nicole’s knowledge of the building process, as well as the project, and her invaluable assistance when challenges occur makes the process run smoothly. When working with Nicole it feels like you are a member of the design team, and she is never critical of the other members(me). Nicole Has always been a pleasure to work with.
Bruce and Susan
“ Nicole came highly recommended to us from multiple sources. After meeting with Nicole and discussing our vision of the project. She came back with a design that encompassed everything we had hoped for. She made the process enjoyable and stress free”
Eric and Emily