Updated Uptown Home
A big move means change for a house.
When a job change meant relocating from Singapore to Toronto, this family had to quickly find the right house in the right neighborhood. They purchased a house in the right location but it needed to be updated. Long distance design planning and a strict renovation deadline made the transformation challenging, but the results are beautiful.
The house, with its traditional layout was in good shape but the space wasn’t maximized and this had to be a child-friendly, entertaining home. Updating all but the kitchen, the reno also had to suit their style and make room for their cultural treasures.
The master bed fills the space under the gables on the top floor. Drapery doubles as a head board making the bed the focal point in the space.
Can’t find what you’re looking for in a bed frame? Have it custom made.
Under bed storage is a great solution when space is at a premium.
Extra storage and a desk area are custom-fit to take advantage of advantage of all the nooks and crannies under the rooftop.
Forget the all-white bathroom, this master bath in a lovely neutral grey vanity is soft on the eyes.
Plan your storage solutions before you renovate. Here, the medicine cabinet is recessed to take advantage of extra space in the room behind.
A new, contemporary bathtub adds sculptural beauty.
The children’s bathroom is designed to grow with the children. It’s kid-friendly but not childish looking.
On the family’s wish list was a space just for their children. Here, bright colours and a built-in window seat offer room for children to dream, create and play.
An upholstered, tufted built-in bench seat in the dining room adds a traditional air to the room while also offering a cozy place to enjoy a meal with family and friends.
This custom-designed bench makes a great place for storage and a comfy seat to put on shoes and boots. It also makes a grand, welcoming statement in the entry hall.
The family room before was outfitted with built-in cabinetry that didn’t serve a purpose for the new owners.
The built-ins were removed and replaced with new trim moulding and bench seating to provide extra seating space in the family room.
Comfortable furnishings update the formal living room. Family treasures give the room a distinct personality.
New, contemporary French doors give a clear view into the living room.
A cozy reading nook was custom-designed to fit into the space under the stairs in the lower level.
A home office was built into the lower level away from the hustle and bustle of the main floor living space.
The reading nook is nestled beside the office space on the lower level
A separate work station was created on the main floor to keep track of the busy household.
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