Toronto Commercial Fit-Out & Project Management Specialists
We Build, Manage, and Deliver Commercial Spaces in Toronto, Restaurants, Retail, and Offices. On Time. On Budget.
15+
Years in Commercial Interiors
3 Core Sectors
Restaurants, Retail, Offices
100+
Projects Delivered
GTA
Toronto · GTA · Ontario Market
Commercial Experience Across
- Restaurants
- Retail
- Offices
- Interior & Exterior Projects
WHAT WE DO
Construction. Management. Delivered.
Three integrated service areas, one accountable team. We don’t hand off — we own the project from concept through completion.
01
Project Management
Full-scope project management for commercial interiors and exteriors across Toronto and the GTA. We manage with site knowledge, not spreadsheets.
- Trade Coordination & Site Supervision
- Schedule & Budget Control
- Permit & Consultant Management
- Landlord / Property Management Liaison
- Drawing Review & Design Intent Protection
- Change Order Management
02
Commercial Fit-Outs
Restaurant buildouts. Retail fit-outs. Office renovations. We deliver commercial interiors from demo to turnkey finish — built right, the first time.
- Full Kitchen & Front-of-House Buildouts
- Storefront & Facade Improvements
- Commercial Renovations & Refreshes
- Base Building Coordination
- Interior & Exterior Scope
- Phased Construction Planning
03
General Contracting
In-house trade capabilities mean we control quality at every stage, not delegate it. Our team has worked the trades and brings that knowledge to every build.
- Steel Framing & Drywall
- Tile & Stone Installation
- Millwork & Cabinetry Install
- Interior Finishes & Details
- Storefront Construction
- Commercial Renovations
Serving
Toronto
& the GTA
We deliver commercial construction projects throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. Our team is locally based, with established relationships across the City of Toronto building department, major landlords, and specialist trade contractors.
- Downtown Toronto
- Entertainment District
- Midtown
- Yorkville
- Etobicoke
- Scarborough
- Mississauga
- Vaughan
- North York
- Restaurant Fit-Out
- Retail Build-Out
- Office Tenant Improvement
- Commercial Renovation
- Storefront Build-Out
WHAT WE DO
Most Fit-Outs Go Wrong Before the First Nail Is Driven.
Without the right project management, fit-outs run over budget, fall behind schedule, and fail to deliver on the design intent. We fix that — with real construction knowledge, not a clipboard and a schedule template.
Uncoordinated trades cause costly delays
Poor sequencing, misaligned schedules, and no single point of accountability lead to rework, overtime, and missed deadlines. We sequence and supervise every trade on site.
Design intent gets lost on site
Without someone who can read drawings and direct construction, critical finish details and specifications get misinterpreted or skipped. We bridge the gap between the drawings and the field.
City of Toronto permits stall projects
Permit delays and misaligned landlord requirements are among the most common causes of schedule overruns. We manage the City of Toronto permit process and building management coordination from day one.
Scope creep erodes your budget
Undefined scope, missing specifications, and uncontrolled change orders quietly drain project budgets. We establish clear scope, baseline costs, and a formal change management process before the first nail is driven.
CORE SECTOR
The Spaces We Build Best
Restaurants & Hospitality
Full kitchen buildouts, front-of-house finishes, health code coordination, and hard opening dates that don't move.
Retail Fit-Outs
Storefront construction, interior retail fit-outs, and commercial renovations built for high-traffic performance and brand impact.
Office & Commercial
Commercial office fit-outs and renovations that balance functionality, finish quality, and minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
BEFORE & AFTER
The Work Speaks for Itself
Real commercial transformations across Toronto and the GTA — from raw shell to finished, operational space.
- BEFORE
- AFTER
Restaurant Fit-Out — Toronto
Full kitchen buildout, front-of-house finishes, health code coordination. Delivered on schedule for opening day.
- BEFORE
- AFTER
Retail Fit-Out — GTA
Storefront construction, millwork, tile and interior finishes. Completed within budget with no tenant disruption.
- BEFORE
- AFTER
Office Renovation — Toronto
Full commercial interior renovation — framing, drywall, finishes, and millwork. Phased for minimal operational disruption.
- BEFORE
- AFTER
Commercial Facelift — GTA
Exterior storefront upgrade and interior refresh. New facade, signage coordination, and interior finish upgrades throughout.
HOW WE WORK
From Walk-Through To Opening Day
01
Site Walk-Through & Assessment
We review the space, assess scope, identify risks, and give you a clear picture of what the project actually requires — before anything is signed.
02
Planning & Permit Coordination
We develop the construction schedule, coordinate consultants, submit permits to the City of Toronto, and align with your landlord’s requirements from day one.
03
Construction & Trade Coordination
We manage every trade on site — sequencing, quality control, schedule management, and design intent protection from demo through final finishes.
04
Deficiency Review & Handover
Before handover, we walk every inch of the space against the drawings. Every deficiency is resolved. You get a finished space — not a punch list.
ABOUT 1000 LIONS
Built on Real Construction Experience. Not Just a Clipboard.
“The best person to manage a construction project is someone who has actually built one.”
Angel Castro
1000 Lions Construction Advisory
1000 Lions manages commercial fit-outs with real, hands-on trade experience — framing, drywall, tile, millwork, and more. That field knowledge means every project is managed with precision, not guesswork, by a single accountable person who knows the drawings and the trades. We serve restaurants, retail, and offices across Toronto and the GTA — not just coordinators, but people who’ve actually built it.
FAQ
Common Questions
What services do you provide in Toronto?
Developers, investors, asset owners, funds and occupiers across residential, commercial, mixed‑use and industrial projects.
Do you act as a contractor or project manager?
Developers, investors, asset owners, funds and occupiers across residential, commercial, mixed‑use and industrial projects.
Do you handle permits and consultants?
Developers, investors, asset owners, funds and occupiers across residential, commercial, mixed‑use and industrial projects.
Do you work with landlords and building management?
Developers, investors, asset owners, funds and occupiers across residential, commercial, mixed‑use and industrial projects.
Can you support new business openings?
Developers, investors, asset owners, funds and occupiers across residential, commercial, mixed‑use and industrial projects.
What is 1000 Lions?
Developers, investors, asset owners, funds and occupiers across residential, commercial, mixed‑use and industrial projects.
What types of clients do you work with?
We are an independent construction advisory and project management partner. We help clients make better decisions, reduce risk and deliver projects on time and on budget.
How are you different from a contractor or architect?
We are an independent construction advisory and project management partner. We help clients make better decisions, reduce risk and deliver projects on time and on budget.
When should we involve you?
As early as possible — ideally at feasibility or pre‑acquisition. Early involvement improves cost certainty, mitigates risks and speeds up decisions. We can also step in mid‑project.
Do you replace a Quantity Surveyor (QS)?
No. We collaborate with QS teams. Our risk and cost analysis complements QS work by testing scenarios, stress‑testing budgets and aligning commercial decisions with delivery realities.
What areas do you cover?
We operate across Toronto area.
How do you charge for services?
Typically fixed‑fee for defined scopes or time‑based for flexible support. We confirm scope, deliverables and reporting upfront for full transparency.
What deliverables can we expect?
Options appraisals, risk registers, cost and programme baselines, procurement plans, reporting dashboards, contract recommendations, change logs and close‑out packs.
Can you help us choose contractors and suppliers?
We are an independent construction advisory and project management partner. We help clients make better decisions, reduce risk and deliver projects on time and on budget.
How do you manage risk and change?
Yes. Our procurement support covers route selection, tender documentation, evaluation, due diligence and negotiation to secure the right partners.
Do you work on small projects?
We identify risks early, assign owners, set triggers and mitigations, and monitor continuously. We run a controlled change process that protects scope, programme and budget.
What’s the first step to get started?
Yes. We support projects of varying sizes. The approach scales — the rigour stays the same.
Ready to Build the Right Way?
Book a free site walk-through and let’s talk about your project, scope, timeline, and budget. No obligation.