Above Builder Grade

02/23/2026

Neutral doesn’t mean boring — it means timeless. ✨

Layered whites, warm wood tones, and classic finishes create a space that feels fresh today and beautiful for years to come. When the palette is intentional, the result is calm, elevated, and effortlessly refined — never flat.

02/12/2026

Painting the walls, trim, and doors the same soft hue creates a seamless, elevated look that feels intentional — not flat. It highlights architectural details, simplifies the palette, and makes even transitional spaces feel designed.

Sometimes the boldest statement is subtle consistency.

01/09/2026

A year of dust, noise, and living in a constant construction zone later… it’s finally done ✨

I’ve been a little quiet on here because this space (and our sanity) was under construction. Living in it was no joke—but seeing it finished makes every messy, loud, chaotic moment worth it. So grateful to have this new addition complete and even more grateful to finally have my own feminine, calm workspace in a house full of boys 💕

Here’s to fresh starts, finished projects, and having a space that feels like me.

Shout out to for their beautiful work! I can’t imagine the process with anyone else!

11/20/2025

Almost complete! Bringing this therapy office to life from studs to soothing spaces. Thoughtful design meets functional comfort. The goal was to make the building feel like a large welcoming home.

08/08/2025

Another stunning project complete!

06/23/2025

Dark cabinets, bright vibes. ✨ When contrast is done right, even bold tones can keep the space feeling open and airy.

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06/03/2025

a little moody moment 🖤

04/29/2025

Celebrating 60 incredible new construction projects since ABG first started. Here’s to designing many more!

04/08/2025

Excited to be sponsoring such a fun event!

Thanks to Hilary at Above Builder Grade for your support of the Scarborough PRIMARY PTA and the Race 2 The Point 5k, half mile and kids fun run! this year! We appreciate your sponsorship!

03/05/2025

These soft greige cabinets paired with a dusty blue island create the perfect balance of light but still warm.

02/05/2025

Simple, clean, but comfy.