11 Bateman Court, Whitby, ON L1P 1E5
With over 36 years experience starting with AutoCad version 1.3 in 1983 becoming the 1st AutoCad user in Canada. I provide the ultimate Architectural Services to existing and new clients for the Commercial, Retail, Industrial and Residential markets.
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22 customer reviews
sam surendra
All are good. The price can be less.
Reply from Vizion Media Inc. Architectural Consulti
Hi Sam, it was a pleasure working with. My Architectural, Structural and Mechanical fee reflected the services we have provided. Thanks and good luck on your project build out.
Dwight & Carolyn
Garage & Outbuilding Construction
Ray was the first to respond and made himself available to visit and discuss our project in a timely fashion. We were impressed with his talent and professionalism.
He captured our vision in his initial design and navigated us through an unusually long process due to municipal set-backs and delays.
His determination to completely deliver, and resolve issues when they arose, was commendable. He also connected us with an excellent contractor. We highly recommend!
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Maria Vaira
Ray came highly recommended to me by a friend who recently used his services, and my experience with him has also been very positive.
He is responds quickly, is knowledgeable and works with you to get the best result. When planning for a basement apartment, Ray came up with creative solutions to work around limitations imposed by the layout of my home. Overall,
l found him to be pleasant, accommodating, and very fair. I do not hesitate to recommend him.
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Reply from Vizion Media Inc. Architectural Consulti
Hi Dwight & Carolyn, you are a great client! Can't wait to see the finished product. Enjoy! Thank you
Amin Lalji
Architectural Services
Excellent response.
Professional.
Quick.
Reply from Vizion Media Inc. Architectural Consulti
Thanks Amin. Pleasure assisting you with your project.
Don Robertson
Architectural Services
Ray was honest answered, all my questions.
Easy to work with
Reply from Vizion Media Inc. Architectural Consulti
I'm glad I was of assistance for your project. Feel free to call me anytime to resolve your permit application.
Rob
Big shout out for Vizion Media! thanks Ray for the help you gave with my restaurant. Thanks for your professionalism and quick response.
Look forward to working again in the future.
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It was my pleasure Rob to work with you and your team for a successful permit application. Thanks for the review. Cheers
Justin
Working with Ray was a pleasure. He went above and beyond to help me out in my time if need, and push all my permits through faster than anyone else can.
Ended getting my barber shop up sooner than I thought I could.
If your in the durham region I suggest going to Ray no one can do it like him
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Reply from Vizion Media Inc. Architectural Consulti
Thanks for a glowing review Justin. It was my pleasure working with you. Good luck on your adventure.
John Gembala
Ray quickly and efficiently began the project and dealt with any and all issues that came up within a very short period
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Thanks John, it was great working with your team for a successful project.
James Becker
Architectural Services
Ray met with us frequently to discuss our project and translated our wants and needs into permit drawings that we’re approved without comment by the city. He had many suggestions that saved the client both time and money. A pleasure to work with. More...
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It was my pleasure working with woodbecker and your team James. Thanks
Dan
Architectural Services
Ray was very attentive and detail orientated. He listened to our ideas and either explained why they wouldn’t work or drew them up to look just how we imagined. A real pleasure to work with.
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Thanks Dan, you and Krista were awesome clients
Ravi
Excellent choice. Working with Vizion Media was effortless. Very knowledgeable and easy to work with. Definitely my first choice for my next build.
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Thanks Ravi, it was a pleasure to work with you and your team for your successful restaurant.
Garth Thompson
Architectural Services
Ray came highly recommended to me. Our first project together had a lot of special requirements for us to meet the Townships approval. Ray navigated it like a Pro. Ray is very easy to work with and he really knows his stuff. Ray also has a working relationship with all kinds of Pros & Suppliers which is a great resource for his clients to draw from. I’m now on my 3rd. project with Ray and I would recommend him to anyone looking for a truly great Architect. More...
Reply from Vizion Media Inc. Architectural Consulti
Thanks Garth. It's a pleasure working with you on the current projects and trust we can continue our relationship.
Evelyn Chen
Architectural Services
Very competent engineering and responsible. Follow up well.
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It's been a pleasure working with you Evelyn. Thanks for the kind response.
Maryann White
I worked with Vizion Media Consulting for completing plans for a two bedroom legal basement apartment. Ray worked closely with my contractor during the permitting and renovation stages of the project. We were pleased with the timely fashion with which the plans were completed. Ray was easy to get in touch with, always returned calls and texts and kept me well informed during the entire planning stages of his part in the renovation. More...
Richard White
Architectural Services
I highly recommend Vizion Media Inc. From the time I met Ray he was professional knowledgeable with getting the drawings done, we had to deal with the city of Belleville to make a few changes and he went above and beyond sitting in on calls and communicating with them until we came up with a solution. I would definitely use Ray and his company again on our next project, so if you want experience and quality work I would suggest you try Vizion Media Inc. More...
Reply from Vizion Media Inc. Architectural Consulti
It was a pleasure working with you Ann and your contractor. Thank you.
Gill and Tristan
Architectural Services
We had the pleasure on 2 occasions to work with Ray McCarthy of Vizion Media Inc. in 2021-22. Ray's knowledge of the entire process from our initial consultation, conceptual interpretation, permitting, corresponding with Town officials and our contractor were professional, timely and without issue. He kept us immediately informed of any matters needed and was easily reached and responded in a friendly and thorough manner. We would certainly refer Ray and his team to anyone who is opening a business and in need of architectural services and/or advice related to all matters of zoning, permitting, building as well as referrals to almost any service related to construction. We were very please from beginning to end. More...
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Richard, really love working with you and your family to get top notch service for all of your permit and construction needs.
Melissa
Raymond was always quick to respond to my many questions and issues. Throughout, he was professional and friendly. Raymond even followed up when I lost the ball. Thank you Raymond!
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It was a pleasure to work with you Melissa! Good luck on your deck build out. Send photos when complete. cheers
Martin
A big thanks goes out to Ray for designing my upcoming addition and garage. He was very prompt and professional and came up with a great design that I as a contractor was very impressed by. Good job
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Thanks Martin, you have been a very good client to work with. Appreciate your review. Good luck on your build-out.
Yumi
Raymond from Vizion Media Inc. Architectural consulting was extremely knowledgeable and courteous. He advised me on what steps I needed to take in order to meet city regulatory guidelines. I appreciate him for answering all my questions and his prompt responses helped me to make an informed decision on what direction to take. I would use his services again, and I highly recommend him for future business. Thank you again Raymond! More...
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Thanks Yumi, it was a pleasure to assist you on your project. Appreciate the support.
Lorne Bozinoff
Raymond took care of everything from plan preparations to obtaining the building permit. This was all done very quickly. He was great to work with, had great ideas and obviously has a lot of experience in the construction. I highly recommend him. More...
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Thanks Lorne, you and your team have been awesome to work with. Thank you.
Shane
Architectural Services
Ray has been a professional through every step of this process. He was up front from the beginning with what we could expect with regard to budget and timeline, including all possible paths. Communication has been exemplary and he represented us at a City of Toronto hearing in which the city representatives complimented his completeness and professionalism of drawings submitted. I would not hesitate to recommend Ray to anyone in need of his services! More...
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Thanks Shane and Jenn, it was a pleasure working with you both. Congrats on your Committee of Adjustment approval.
Brian
I called Ray to get drawings done for a fire- rated ceiling and to help get me a permit issued from the Town of Whitby, for the work to be carried out.
He was extremely prompt and efficient in looking after all that needed to be done from start
to finish. He even went the extra mile by introducing me CSM construction as i was having difficulty finding a contractor to get the work done.
Ray took it upon himself to personally see that
the work got completed in a timely fashion. He personally visited the site to ensure all the work was completed properly and filed all the paperwork required for approval by the Town of Whitby as per their criteria. I will definitely use him for all my future needs and highly recommend
him to anyone looking for architectural work to be done as he is trustworthy, committed and very reasonably priced
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Reply from Vizion Media Inc. Architectural Consulti
Hi Brian, it was a pleasure to look after you and your project! You are a great client to have.
How can someone tell if their Garage is suitable for conversion?
It will depend on the circumstance. Not every project is the same. Some evaluation will be required.
Run us through the different stages of the Garage conversion process - what's involved?
You must determine the scope of work before determining the budget. I have clients telling me what their budget is before telling me what they want included in our fee. The final end results depends on their needs and wants. It usually includes everything. The garage could included adding exterior wall insulation and providing for heat and ventilation.
What do you love most about your job?
I love designing. I have impeccable problem solving skills. I design everyone of my projects in 3D. I think in 3D. I talk in 3D. The surprised look and positive attitude with a winning smile makes my day. Some clients don't realize that the design and permit process can be a daunting task. When I point out what is require to be decided to complete a task, they realize how smooth we can make the process less painful.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I have created my own business 3 years ago for the freedom to work with any type of client I choose or if they choose VMI. There are many residential clients that require a lot of hand holding since they are not familiar with the process. I provide step by step hand holding to make sure the client can make an informed decision on the next move. I have a method of being organized and keep the client in the loop through all processes. I take the head aches away for making informed decisions. I always know what to expect with the next step. I always have to be ahead of the question or curve.
Why should our clients choose you?
Licensed Technologist OAA. Extensive years (30+ years) of progressively responsible experience in complex technical roles as an Architectural Designer and Project Manager. Throughout my career, I have established a track record of success by leveraging a collaborative leadership style to accomplish all short and long-range objectives. An engaging and articulate communicator, I am able to clearly convey complex technical information and propose novel solutions to build consensus with key project stakeholders, including high-value clients and executive leadership. Furthermore, my consistent focus on remaining at the forefront of rapidly evolving technology allows me to drive enterprise-wide innovation and maintain a competitive advantage technically sophisticated and resourceful Architectural Project Manager with a talent for Business Development and end-to-end project coordination. Broad knowledge and cultivating strong business relationships with existing and potential clients. Skilled designer and project leader, able to direct multiple tasks effectively, project manage CAD team and master innovative software and tools. Full Lifecycle Architectural Project Management Retail/Commercial Buildings, Commercial and Office Interiors, Project Administration, Design Development, Site Plan Approval, Permit and Tender Documents. Professional approach to problem solving skills Research value engineering directives & advice stakeholders of project progress.
SITE DEVELOPMENT DESIGN
We provide services for developing raw land into a working site plans c/w the designed building for either a residential or commercial development. We provide project management services from start to finish. We offers designs for various developments: townhomes, detached/custom homes, condos, etc.
NEW/CUSTOM HOME DESIGN
We provide permit drawings for Architectural, Structural, and Mechanical design services for new residential designs.
LEGAL BASEMENT APARTMENT DESIGN
We provide a full set of permit drawings for legal basement apartments. Architectural, Structural and Mechanical.
COMMERCIAL PROJECT DESIGN
We provide a full set of permit drawings for all commercial type of projects. Architectural, Structural, Electrical, Fire Alarm, Sprinkler and Mechanical (Plumbing/HVAC). Site inspections, Progress Reports (draws), Consulting and Project Management.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
We offer a full range of Project Managements services: Site inspections, monthly draws/reports, contractor selection, bids/tendering. Site plan coordination consulting regarding new developments. Retain all site consultants for a site plan development.
SPA, C of A, Site Planning, Permit Drawings, Designs
We provide a range of services related to an addition, 2nd storey addition, basement apartments, garages, interior renovations. Pre-Consult meetings with Municipalities, Site Plan Approval coordination/drawings (SPA), Committee of Adjustment applications (C of A), all ranges of permit drawings for any size of building with assistance of an Architect.
GARAGE + LOFT DESIGNS
We offer a wide range of garage designs (attached or detached) complete with a 2nd storey living or storage space.
DECKS, PORCHES, CABANAS, PERGOLAS DESIGNS
We offer design services for a variety of landscape buildings (not landscaping).
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES THRU A LICENSED CONTRACTOR
We do not provide construction services per se but we have Contractors as clients. We have many Contractors that we can recommend based on type, complexity and project location. We have access to and recommend residential and commercial contractors. It is better to have a contactor referred based on past reputation and quality of work.
3D RENDERING, 3D DESIGNS
We at Vizion Media Inc. is full service firm that offers all of our designs in a 3D model/rendering. We think and design in 3D on all of our projects. A full colour rendering is available for your project.
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Newly crowned Architect LL OAA since 2024