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Collection by Allie Weiss

Smart Solution Reimagines an Awkward Toronto Lot

This home, built to replace a dilapidated coach house, finds privacy on a tight plot.

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While there are some windows facing the street, the majority of the light comes through the more exposed side of the house. The exterior is clad in Hardie Board siding and features Ridley windows. The structure has zero setback from three of its four property lines, a potential fire hazard according to the building department. In order to build as close to the edges as possible, the team had to introduce a commercial sprinkler system to ensure that flames could be contained.
While there are some windows facing the street, the majority of the light comes through the more exposed side of the house. The exterior is clad in Hardie Board siding and features Ridley windows. The structure has zero setback from three of its four property lines, a potential fire hazard according to the building department. In order to build as close to the edges as possible, the team had to introduce a commercial sprinkler system to ensure that flames could be contained.
The kitchen features walnut flooring and custom lacquered millwork.
The kitchen features walnut flooring and custom lacquered millwork.
A wood-burning stove is accented by a custom cast-concrete surround in the living room.
A wood-burning stove is accented by a custom cast-concrete surround in the living room.
The sofa in the living room is by Montreal-based company Montauk.
The sofa in the living room is by Montreal-based company Montauk.