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Grey Residence: A Modern Montreal Makeover

Modern kitchen interior with wooden finishes and bar stools.

RobitailleCurtis transforms the Grey Residence, a 1905 home in Montreal’s historic Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, into a modern haven. This renovation marries expanded living spaces with intricate designs, like a unique kitchen centered around a sleek island and a versatile granny suite, all while enhancing natural light and flow. Perfect for a growing family, this project showcases a blend of contemporary style and functionality.

Pine Residence: Modern Expansion in Saint-Lambert

Modern kitchen with wooden table, chairs, and exposed ceiling beams.

Explore Salem Architecture‘s latest creation, the Pine Residence, in the quaint Saint-Lambert, Quebec. This innovative project elevates a classic ‘King-Cottage’ style home into a modern haven, harmonizing interior and exterior living.

Emphasizing natural lighting, seamless transitions, and a family-friendly design, it sets a new standard for comfortable, stylish living. Highlights include an extended wooden structure for outdoor enjoyment, sophisticated material choices like white oak, and a unique three-sided fireplace, all thoughtfully integrated to enhance the family’s lifestyle.

Woodland House: Midcentury Charm in Toronto’s Preserve

Modern living room with large windows, a sectional sofa, and wooden accents.

Woodland, a stunning architectural achievement by Frankfranco Architects, sits atop a nature preserve near Toronto. This Vaughan-based house, completed in 2022, skillfully marries Midcentury Modernist design with sustainable luxury.

The 6,000-square-foot side-split home, built on a historic two-acre property, showcases unique C-shaped architecture, minimalist grey exteriors with bespoke brass inlays, and interiors rich in natural materials like walnut and slate.

Atelier Chabot: A Unique Family Adventure Space

Modern open-concept interior with swings, white walls, and wood floors.

Atelier Chabot in Montreal stands as a testament to innovative design. Indee Design, led by Florence Charron, has converted a typical duplex into an enchanting playhouse in Plateau-Mont-Royal. This space skillfully merges themes of travel with the practicalities of daily living. The design includes a catamaran net, rock-climbing wall, and a slide, making it a unique habitat not only for kids but also for adults seeking adventure.

Every room in Atelier Chabot tells a story, filled with light and creative design elements. Indee Design‘s use of local materials like maple wood and vibrant color schemes ensures that Atelier Chabot is a hub of creativity and joy.

Walker House: A Unique Approach to Family Living

Modern room with a blue slide, staircase, and person sliding down.

Unveiling the Walker home in Toronto, Canada, a contemporary gem crafted by Reflect Architecture. This home transforms a traditional duplex into an innovative living space for a family of five, balancing Toronto’s high living expenses with smart design. It harmoniously combines public and private zones, incorporates playful features like a slide, and ensures ample natural light. Purposefully designed, from the south-facing windows to the private workspaces, it’s a sanctuary that nurtures community ties and personal tranquility.

Boîte à Lumière by Naturehumaine [architecture+design]

Modern terrace with wooden decking and black facade, featuring large glass doors.

Step into Boîte à Lumière, a harmonious blend of history and modernity in Montreal’s vibrant Rosemont-Petite-Patrie district. Naturehumaine [architecture+design] meticulously transformed a 1940s “shoebox” house, fusing the original structure with a luminous, modern extension. This renovated home now offers an oasis of calm with a central courtyard, sky-lit interiors, and a harmonious balance of private and communal spaces, all while embracing the surrounding urban pulse.