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Floor Plan of The Monroe House DADU by Ben Locke

The custom cabinetry is made from white oak, with hardware from Matilda Goad & Co. The open shelving holds pieces with meaning. "A lot of the bowls, plates, trinkets, flatware, some of the lighting and art, were kept from the business our family owned when we sold it, so these pieces are really special," Ben explains.

The kitchenette is compact but effective. The shelving unit had to be anchored to the ceiling; building codes required a bannister for the loft, so Ben rigged up a two-for-one design. The terracotta backsplash tile is from Clé and the brass fixtures are by Phylrich.

Floor plan of Bonton Midcentury by Open Studio Collective

The designers took inspiration from the second bathroom's curved vanity in creating a new custom vanity.

In the main bathroom, new wood cabinetry, quartzite countertops and clerestory lights help brighten the space.

The primary bedroom features a built-in walnut bed handcrafted by Kyle (Stille Home).

The revamped kitchen features custom walnut cabinetry by Stille Home—all made from a fallen walnut tree from Leah and Kyle’s last project. All of the home’s cabinets and custom built-ins were the result of a close collaboration between Leah and Kyle. “It’s rare to find a builder who can instantly understand the wild ideas in my head, and bring them to life even more beautiful than I imagined,” says Leah.

The kitchen features the same care and attention to detail found throughout. The timber cabinetry echoes the use of timber frames and panelling elsewhere in the home, while the graphic cut-out handles mirror the geometric architectural forms.

In years gone by, the street was lined with Milkwood trees, some of which still remain. The angled bay window was specifically designed to frame two ancient Milkwoods, which were sadly removed by neighbours despite many objections. It does, however, remain a cosy, sun-filled nook with 180-degree views.

Salvaged grain fir from Ray Bradbury’s home has been incorporated into the design.

Although renovations opened up the 1915 bungalow, as many vintage finishes as possible were preserved, including the hardwood floors.

Floor plan of Lemkin Residence (restoration of the 1956 Adler House by Richard Neutra)

High ceilings and framed views create a distinctive experience, which continues with Wander Cabins’ guided outdoor adventures, such as a hike down the slopes.

Burnham and Dolce picked up a petite but deep bathtub, which fits perfectly in the modest master bathroom upstairs.