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Synthesis Design Inc.
Awards & recognition
1 independent award
Trust Score
51out of 100
- Rated 4.9 from 128 reviews
How this score is worked out
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume128
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say41.4 of 60.7
Independent checks7.1 of 28.6
Track record2.7 of 10.7
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- Licences and credentials0 of 7.1
- Ways to reach them4.8 of 4.8
- Photos of their work0 of 11.9
- Industry recognition2.4 of 4.8
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Independent recognition
Awards & recognition
These are independent third-party awards: recognition earned from review communities and trade bodies, never paid placement.
Source-listed gallery
1 photoPhotos listed on Houzz
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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4.9out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Houzz128 reviews · 4.9 avg
Local context
Rated 4.9, in line with the local average for builders in North Vancouver
Across 29 builders in North Vancouver, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Sources
1 named public sourceWhere this information comes from
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Review sources
Public evidence last checked May 2026
About
SYNTHESIS, BY DEFINITION: “THE COMBINING OF ELEMENTS TO CREATE A UNIFIED WHOLE” Founded in 1993, Synthesis Design Inc. is a talented and dedicated team of designers that specialize in residential projects from renovations and additions, to complete custom home and interior design. Our design firm is a collaborative mix and brainstorming of ideas, concepts and practical application. We work in an environment that welcomes open dialogue and engagement. Projects, at various stages, are displayed in our studio as we collectively search and discover our client’s unique vision. Design is everywhere and in every thing. You just need to know where to look, or what to look for. That is what inspires us. While each project is unique, there is always a set of rules to follow (or break)! No two sites are alike. Throw in a wish list that exceeds a budget, a bunch of municipal rules and restrictions, and a deadline.....now our curiosity is piqued. Design is everywhere and everyone at Synthesis Design is dedicated to finding unique and thought provoking solutions every time. That is what gets us up in the morning.
Services they list
3D RenderingAccessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)Building DesignCustom HomesDraftingEnergy-Efficient HomesFloor PlansGreen BuildingHome AdditionsHome ExtensionsHome Gym Design & ConstructionHome Remodeling
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What this business says about itself
From their own website
What this business says about itself
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- Experience they state: over 30 years
- Areas served: West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Deep Cove, Whistler, Calgary, Moscow
Accreditations it displays. Confirm each is current on the official register before you hire:
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These are statements the business makes on its own website, worth confirming in writing (and on the official registers) before you hire, not independently verified by us.
Independent checks
About this business
How long they've really been tradingThey state they've been established since 1993, but the earliest independent source we can find is 2012. Worth asking them about the gap.
They say, established1993Website online since2002Award-winning since2012
Your own checks
What to check before you hire
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Common questions about Synthesis Design Inc.
Is Synthesis Design Inc. a legitimate business?
Synthesis Design Inc. has 128 independent public reviews, rated 4.9 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about Synthesis Design Inc.?
Synthesis Design Inc. has 128 public reviews, averaging 4.9 out of 5. The reviews section shows the aggregate rating, review volume, and review source information we hold.
How do I know Synthesis Design Inc.'s reviews are genuine?
Synthesis Design Inc.'s 128 public reviews come from a named public review source. MyTrustedTraders brings this public evidence together with no ads and no paid placement: we show the review source information and aggregate rating we hold rather than selling rankings, so you can weigh the evidence for yourself.
Has Synthesis Design Inc. won any awards?
Synthesis Design Inc. holds 1 independent award, including 15× Best of Houzz winner (2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012). These are third-party awards: recognition that has to be won, not self-issued.
What does Synthesis Design Inc. specialise in?
Synthesis Design Inc. lists specialist services including 3D Rendering, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), Building Design, Custom Homes, Drafting, Energy-Efficient Homes. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
What areas does Synthesis Design Inc. cover?
They state on their own website that they cover West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Deep Cove, Whistler, Calgary, Moscow. This is the business's own statement on their website, not something we have independently checked. Confirm they cover your postcode before booking.
When was Synthesis Design Inc.'s website registered?
Synthesis Design Inc.'s website has been online since 2002, according to the public domain registry. This dates the website, not necessarily when the business began trading.
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