This citified residence is a true delight – and a relic at that. At 110 years old – and counting – this house is nearly as old as Canada itself, but thanks to the wonder workings of baukultur/ca, what’s old is sustainably new once again.
Fitting in nicely with its surroundings, this contemporary beach house features 4 levels where every nook and cranny has been reshaped into a modern haven. Filled with ample windows delivering optimal natural light, white reflective roofing and siding to minimize energy consumption, and lined with a white washed solid oak wood flooring, it is as light on the eyes as it is on the earth.
White walls meld seamlessly into the roof, and wood accents – such as the living room’s slat-stained wood partition wall, stands out like an old oak tree amidst a forest of furs, making this space feel like a walk through a meadow.
The kitchen is lined with 2 different kinds of cabinetry; both a deep grey as well as a stark white, and the windows are lined in treated wood with copper and thick black frames, offering exquisite contrast found in nooks such as the sunken sitting space set off the living room, as well as the 3rd floor master bedroom retreat.
Retreat indeed …top to bottom!
Based in Toronto, this green-conscious home truly enhances its tree-lined street and is in close proximity to all kinds of city amenities including: eateries, parks, schools and neighborhood boutique shops.
Architects: baukultur/ca
Photography: Alex Lukey
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