This 3,600-sq.-ft. modern family home underwent a full renovation to redefine almost every corner of the house, from the basement storage to the principal ensuite. The homeowners wished to personalize the space and reflect their commitment to health and wellness, which included adding a sauna in the ensuite, while elevating the interior with livable luxury, classic elegance and warmth.
Even flow
Throughout the home, the design remains consistent, while textural contrast play an important role: Velvety fabrics mesh with sleek surfaces and natural wood balances cool stone and glass. Each room connects easily with the next, with colours and lighting the threads that sew it together. Lighting is treated as the jewellery of the home, with statement fixtures thoughtfully draped and hung to accessorize and elevate a room.
Pendant lights, sculptural sconces and layered ambient lighting accentuate architectural details and enrich the overall atmosphere. Dramatic elements, such as a stone fireplace wall and a sleek wine wall, are visual attractions that anchor the spaces. Even the smallest details are carefully considered – from hardware finishes to the tactile quality of textiles – to create a home that is beautiful, practical and resilient.
The main floor
From the start, the design team envisioned a curved sofa in the living room to echo the form of the grand piano – a pairing carefully considered, so the two pieces feel made for each other. The black marble coffee table, with its striking marble strips reminiscent of piano keys, reinforces this playful dialogue and adds a sophisticated focal point. A pop of colour from the teal light adds a playful, unexpected accent. The dining room continues this balance, anchored by a show-stopping light fixture that commands attention as the room’s centerpiece. Its sculptural form provides instant drama, inspiring conversation around the dinner table.
Colour and texture
The soft, neutral palette of the main floor is layered in rich textures and subtle contrast. Natural light is maximized throughout, allowing stone, wood and metals to interact effortlessly across the space. The kitchen is designed to support daily family life and entertaining. Custom finishes bring a touch of glam to the room and a quartz-wrapped canopy above the cooktop serves as a statement piece. Enhancing the openness and airy feel are glass-fronted cabinets, a classic yet practical option to display favoured or functional items.
These details create a kitchen that feels sophisticated and inviting, offering a subtle but effective balance between elegance and everyday comfort.
Level two
Upstairs, spatial planning became central to achieving the client’s vision. The second floor was reconfigured to better support the family’s needs. What was once a large, shared bathroom was divided into two ensuites, giving each child their own personalized space. A new dressing room was created off the primary bedroom to add practicality and function. The layout enhances flow and privacy while maintaining visual unity through consistent materials, colour and detailing.
As the home was specifically designed to support wellness, it became important to include a custom sauna in the primary ensuite to provide the homeowners with a quiet space to relax and recharge, perfect for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Soft colours and natural materials work together to create an ultimate refuge of rest and relaxation.
Happily ever after
From the start, the renovation was guided by the vision to have beauty and comfort co-exist seamlessly throughout every room in the home, where each space feels intentional and harmonious, creating an environment that is elegant and livable. The home also accommodates all members of the family, including the furry ones, providing a timeless foundation for years to come.