The smaller of the two existing buildings, this renovated structure houses two bedrooms. A glass overhang was installed above the passageway linking the historic structure with the concrete addition.
The circular master bedroom is supported by an illuminated, mushroom-shaped structure.
The dining space is directly connected to the outdoors through sliding glass doors and views to the trees beyond.
In this garden by Flora Grubb, contemporary containers and minimal furniture help to create an eclectic, modern environment.
Looking South toward the water garden. A custom Ipe pergola is on the right with a built-in bench framed by Portland cement stucco planters.
Studio Junction transformed a two-story apartment above Mjölk, Juli Daoust and John Baker’s design boutique on Toronto’s busy Dundas Street West, into a tranquil space. A courtyard joins the living room and the open kitchen and dining area.
The ceiling of the master bedroom was raised to the roofline, which additionally opened up the space.
The white countertops are made from concrete and the wooden cabinets have been painted a subtle shade of sage. The floors are white oak hardwood.
The team removed walls to create an airy, open-plan layout. Here, the dining room enjoys access to natural light from both the front and back sides of the house.
The brick wall was exposed in the master bedroom for an extra pop of texture.
Wherever possible, Shively looked to work with local craftsmen. For example, all of the cabinetry was made by Lambright Woodworking, an Amish company in Indiana, and custom doors and trim were made by Jarzab Construction, a team of local Polish carpenters.
After raising the rear patio to the level of the kitchen, the team reused the original redwood decking and supplemented it with recycled pieces from other projects. Recessed planters punctuate a garden wall. Scott and Regina warm themselves by a Solus fire pit on chilly evenings.
Among modern bathroom vanities, vessel sinks are all the rage due to their simple yet functional design. This sleek white porcelain vessel fits perfectly into this gorgeous tropical bathroom.
Just because your kitchen is on the smaller side doesn’t mean you can’t make it as efficient and effective as possible.
A Cesar Vallejo, 2007, by Barcelona sculptor Jaume Piensa.
Arrital Cucine