The neighbourhood is very social and the redesign of the exterior, and particularly the front porch, was aimed at facilitating this connection. The new porch is fully open to the street, with wide steps that stretch all the way across and can double
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Upon entering you are redirected into an entry corridor carved out of the floor plan by the addition of a new wall. The division creates privacy from the street, and incorporates hidden shoe storage.
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The existing house didn’t have space for a good-sized dining table and felt cramped when entertaining. The new layout facilitates entertaining a large crowd, while still feeling comfortable and intimate when it’s just the family. The client’s collec
New sun tunnels over the stairwell bring even more natural light into the centre of the floor plate.
The remainder of the ground floor beyond the foyer was opened up into one large space, with different dining, cooking, and seating areas. A large island anchors the ground floor. It provides ample prep space when cooking, as well as extra seating, a
The material palette is very light and soft, with some playful details like the plate wall, and the beadboard. Brass fixtures and hardware add a touch of warmth.
The kitchen was moved from a tight back corner of the house to the centre, allowing it to be the central hub of the home, and to occupy more of the floor plan.
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The living room at the rear of the ground floor incorporates new recessed shelving and offers a stylish yet cozy place to relax. Blue accents such as the velvet sofa and dining chairs pick up on the colours in the plate wall.
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