About Us

 
View off an elevated deck with custom railing and privacy wall feature

Portfolio: Port Coquitlam Elevated Deck & Stair Build

 
Beautifully Renovated Marble Bathroom with Elegant Custom Cabinetry

Against the Grain Renovation and Contracting provides start to finish residential renovation and general contracting services as well as commercial interior & tenant improvement. Our team has over 25 years of experience completing construction & renovation projects for residential, commercial, and municipal clients throughout the lower mainland.

 

Our service areas include Greater Vancouver as well as both the Fraser Valley and Okanagan Valley. No matter the scope or size of your project, the team at Against the Grain Renovation ensures that every client experience is exceptional with collaborative design & decision making from start to finish.

We come equipped with years of experience & tools such as our in-house cabinet manufacturing shop to ensure that every kitchen, bathroom, living & work space is exactly what our clients look for. Find inspiration in our portfolio for examples of some of our most recent favorite projects and then call or email us about your next upcoming project! We are always happy to meet in person too; you bring the ideas and we’ll supply the coffee!

The Process

  • View of 90's style kitchen with thick wood accents and dead space above cabinets

    Dream it.

    It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want more functionality and use of the space you already have. Maybe you want to freshen things up with a more modern touch. Or maybe you are looking at increasing your return on investment while also being able to enjoy something refreshed. Whatever it is, we will assist in guiding you through the design phase of your project. With engineer, architecture and drafting services, all necessary planning and design stages of your project are covered.

  • View of completed renovation on kitchen with new white cabinets and quartz countertop. Island has been remodeled and vinyl flooring installed

    Build it.

    During the build phase, demolition of key areas like kitchens and bathrooms are planned and scheduled to have minimal downtime to not adversely affect you. Shortly after demolition, the build phase begins where you then get to begin seeing your project come together and take shape. Our dedicated team will routinely communicate with you throughout this process as work is completed or notable items come up.

  • View of completed renovation with under cabinet lighting turned on and pot lights off

    Live it.

    After final touches and finishing is complete, all items are checked and tested to ensure functionality and your new project is ready to be enjoyed for the many years to come.

Meet the Team

  • Photo of Marco Agnello

    Marco Agnello

    Project Manager
    Carpenter & Cabinetry

  • Photo of Zack Baines-Mallel

    Zack Baines-Mallel

    Project Manager
    Accounting & Sales

  • Photo of Stavros Kapetanakis

    Stavros Kapetanakis

    Project Manager
    Master Craftsman