This new-build house was designed close to grade to seamlessly connect with the streetscape. Architectural front steps meld into the entryway and poured-concrete plinth inside. Another set of concrete stairs descend to the backyard in a more dramatic change in elevation to the home’s private realm.
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An uninterrupted glass facade overlooks cedar trees in front and takes advantage of the privacy they provide in the principal suite. The effect is of being in a forest rather than a busy neighbourhood. This custom home is 3,550 square feet—three bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms on three floors (including a separate one-bedroom suite). The open-concept main floor celebrates the outdoors from front yard to back garden.
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The kitchen is grounded with matte-black cabinetry and natural-stone counters. The marble counters have an inherent softness and subtle white veining that adds interest and warmth, contrasted by gallery-white walls and white-oak floors for a bold palette.
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The interior staircase reiterates this dark-and-light dialogue with floating white-oak-wrapped treads contained by a black-metal-slatted screen framed in white oak. It’s a sophisticated juxtaposition of materials and palettes that’s repeated throughout the home.
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Team:
Designers: project22design
Photographer: Ema Peter Photography
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