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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.

House 21: Mid-Century Modern Meets Contemporary Family Life

House 21: Mid-Century Modern Meets Contemporary Family Life

House 21, a project by Izen Architecture in Toronto, Canada, is a stunning representation of mid-century design blended with modern updates. Originally found in 2019 in a midtown enclave of 1950s homes, this house underwent a loving restoration to suit a young, growing family.

Izen Architecture masterfully preserved key historical elements while adding contemporary touches, including a spacious kitchen, multiple bedrooms, and versatile living spaces. The result is a perfect mix of mid-century charm and modern functionality, making House 21 an ideal family home.

House 37: Blending Tradition and Modernity

FeaturedHouse 37: Blending Tradition and Modernity

House 37 by Izen Architecture, a 2021 modern brick house in Toronto, seamlessly integrates urban living with nature. It features an impressive 37-foot-tall window that highlights a majestic tree, merging indoor comfort with outdoor beauty. This home, redesigned for a young family, combines oversized glazing and innovative light solutions, creating a spacious, nature-connected living space.

West End Renovation: A Modern Twist on Traditional Living

West End Renovation: A Modern Twist on Traditional Living

Welcome to the West End Renovation, a stunning modern house designed by AKB – Atelier Kastelic Buffey in Toronto, Canada. This impressive renovation transformed a traditional home into a functional and stylish space perfect for entertaining. With a focus on creating a rationalized spatial layout, the designer optimized the flow of the home to seamlessly transition from formal to casual areas. The result is a unified experience that is both visually and emotionally appealing.

Humber Residence: A Modern Sanctuary Overlooking the Humber River

Humber Residence: A Modern Sanctuary Overlooking the Humber River

In the heart of Toronto’s scenic Baby Point neighborhood, Batay-Csorba Architects present the Humber Residence. This modern three-story house, designed in 2023, optimally harnesses its unique corner location, offering mesmerizing views of the Humber River.

Spanning 2,000 sq.ft. (195m²), this masterpiece showcases a blend of thoughtful design, striking architectural details, and efficient use of space.

Glimmer House: Merging Victorian and Nautical Aesthetics in Toronto

Glimmer House: Merging Victorian and Nautical Aesthetics in Toronto

Introducing the Glimmer House, an innovatively redesigned residence by Kilogram Studio located in the heart of Toronto, Canada. Serving a modern family, this home accommodates a couple, their large dog, and frequent long-term guests in a seamlessly adaptable space.

Drawing inspiration from Toronto’s signature Victorian red brick houses, the property showcases a red-clad rear addition with a unique right triangle roof. Within the house, you will find echoes of the couple’s love for sailing and hints of submersion, as depicted in the deep window and skylight cavities filled with indirect light, glossy cabinetry reflecting brick and stucco views, and the sensory calm of the dark bathing area.

Welcome to a residence that fuses Toronto’s architectural heritage with a fluid, marine-inspired design.

Galleon House: A Modern Take on Toronto’s Heritage Architecture

Galleon House: A Modern Take on Toronto’s Heritage Architecture

Unveiling Galleon House, an exquisite testament to modern brick design by the celebrated Paul Raff Studio. Nestled in Toronto’s historical Annex neighborhood, this three-story residence delicately interweaves past and present, blending contemporary style with the area’s rich architectural heritage.

The façade, a masterclass in brick laying, plays with texture and shadow to breathe life into the structure, while innovative window placement ensures bright, spacious interiors without compromising on tranquility or energy efficiency. Showcasing versatile open-plan living and thoughtful touches like an Edwardian-inspired canopy and a custom fireplace, Galleon House stands as a harmonious sanctuary that’s as functional as it is aesthetically captivating.

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