Summer's House

Townhouse - Renovation

We believe that design should always be people-centered. Good design can greatly enhance the interaction between people and space, and its true purpose lies in meeting the client’s needs. For this project, the clients are a young couple, currently without children but planning for the future, and they have no pets. Their requirements include a space for hosting dinners that can accommodate 6-10 people, a large kitchen island where they can cook while watching TV, a dedicated workspace, and a cozy area to enjoy coffee or tea alone with a view of the yard. They imagine an atmosphere where they can cook while looking at the trees, listen to birdsong, and enjoy a gentle breeze as they drink coffee or eat breakfast. The current layout has several drawbacks: there is no designated dining or gathering area, no suitable living room setup for entertaining or watching TV, too many unnecessary walls, outdated tile colors, wall paint that feels too cold, and a popcorn ceiling. Additionally, there’s no kitchen island, which limits the space's functionality. To address these issues, the design changes include removing the partition in the original kitchen area and adding an LVL beam to open up the dining area and create better flow. The original kitchen space will be converted into a dining and gathering area, with a movable dining table to accommodate various hosting needs. We’ll remove the bar-height counter to further open the space, while keeping the stove and vent on the same side to reduce labor and material costs. Positioning the kitchen near the window allows the owners to enjoy the view while cooking or having tea. A 13-foot kitchen island will be added to enhance dining and storage options, along with a tall cabinet that the clients love, which adds both storage and cohesiveness to the space. Finally, a small coffee corner will be included as a space for coffee breaks or work, offering a scenic view of the outdoors.

Location: Markham, ON

Scope of Work: 1050 sf