About Cadaxx Design
Who we are
Designing and Permitting Homes Across the Greater Toronto Area
Since 2009, Cadaxx Design has become one of Toronto’s most trusted firms for building permits and permit-ready drawings. What started as a small residential design studio has grown into
a team specializing in delivering accurate, compliant documentation that helps projects gain approval quickly and move smoothly into construction.
Over the past decade, we've helped hundreds of homeowners, builders, and developers transform their vision into reality—through thoughtful design and thorough permit-ready documentation.
Featured Projects
We are fully insured and BCIN registered with the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Who We Are
Cadaxx Design is a family-run residential design firm founded by Alex Axelrod, serving homeowners and builders across the Greater Toronto Area.
With an engineering background from St. Petersburg, Alex moved to Canada to pursue his passion for residential design and construction.
We are a team of residential designers focused on creating clear, code-compliant building permit drawings for custom homes, additions, basement apartments, and interior renovations.
While our core expertise is in design and permit coordination, we collaborate with a trusted network of independent structural engineers, HVAC designers, and contractors who contribute their services as needed for each project.
Our role is to lead and coordinate the full permit process — integrating all technical inputs into a unified, city-ready drawing package.
We also maintain long-term working relationships with surveyors, arborists, TRCA consultants, and municipal examiners, ensuring every project moves efficiently from design to approval.
2009 – Cadaxx Design was founded, where we completed our first residential project and began building a reputation for reliable, detail-oriented design.
2011 – The company officially took shape, expanding our client base and completing dozens of new projects across the GTA.
2013 – Reached 500 completed projects and grew to a team of four talented designers.
2015 – Won our first HomeStars Best of Award, an honour we’ve proudly earned every year since.
2016 – Achieved 1,000 completed projects, marking a new level of experience and trust in the community.
2020 – Surpassed 1,500 projects, continuing to deliver permit-ready design solutions across Toronto and beyond.
2022 – Recognized with the HomeStars Best of the Best Award, which we’ve proudly earned every year since for our consistent excellence and client satisfaction.
2025 – Now celebrating 2000 completed projects, Cadaxx Design remains committed to helping homeowners bring their ideas to life — from concept to permit.
Cadaxx Design – Our Journey
Pre-Design and Consultation
We provide expert guidance on zoning bylaws, feasibility, design options, and permit requirements.
Whether you're planning an addition, renovation, or new build, we help you understand
what’s allowed and outline the best path forward.
Residential Design
We develop thoughtful design solutions tailored to your lifestyle and property.
From concept plans to code-compliant layouts, we balance functionality, aesthetics, and zoning rules to create a design that works for both you and the municipality.
Building Permits
We prepare all required architectural drawings, coordinate with engineers,
and manage the full submission process to the city.
Our team responds to examiner comments and ensures your project receives permit approval as efficiently as possible.
CoA (Committee of Adjustment)
For projects requiring variances, we prepare full CoA packages, including drawings, justification letters, and neighbourhood analysis.
We handle submission, coordinate with planners, and represent you at the hearing to support a successful outcome.
Engineering
We work closely with trusted structural, mechanical, and HVAC engineers to provide complete, coordinated drawings.
Our team ensures all engineering components integrate seamlessly with the design and meet Ontario Building Code requirements.
Construction Guidance
During construction, we remain available to assist contractors, respond to inspection comments, update drawings, and resolve on-site issues.
Our support helps ensure your project is built according to approved plans and passes all required inspections.
Our Experience
We prepare and submit building permit applications for:
Every design is carefully reviewed for structural safety, energy efficiency, and municipal compliance — so our clients can build with confidence.
Why Homeowners Choose Cadaxx Design
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BCIN-qualified and fully insured firm
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Local experience across all GTA municipalities
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Trusted by builders, contractors, and homeowners alike
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Direct coordination with engineers, surveyors, and city reviewers
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Transparent pricing and clear communication at every step
What Our Clients Say
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October 2025 - Shye- Cadaxx made the permitting process seamless and straightforward. 10/10 would recommend working with them on your next reno!
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September 2025 - Jay-This team is the best, Alex has been my number one go to for design and build for 15 yrs and over 30 construction projects. He has had a significant positive impact on my business and helped so many of my clients achieve their goals. Thanks Cadaxx!!
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August 2025 - Sandra I engaged Cadaxx to help me plan my major home renovation. I had a vision, and Alex and his team helped bring it to life. They handled the committee of adjustment process for me and prepared the package for approval. The review committee commented on how well the package was put together and approved it with no changes. They also managed the permit approval process and connected me with a structural engineer to assist with the specific drawings needed. I highly recommend Alex and his team!
Ready to Start Your Project?
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Your dream home begins with the right design and permit strategy.
Request a Free Consultation →
Or explore our featured work:
Home Additions
Basement Apartments
Custom Homes
Achievements
Years of excellence, Years of dedicated work
Cadaxx has been delivering exceptional residential design and engineering solutions for over 15 years. Our projects reflect innovation, precision, and a commitment to client satisfaction. From custom homes to multi-unit developments, every achievement demonstrates our expertise, attention to detail, and passion for quality construction.
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