First Avenue Residence: Transforming a Century-Old Dairy into a Modern Home

This three-storey house in Toronto, Canada, originally constructed as a dairy over a century ago, underwent an interior renovation by PLANT Architect in 2020. The designers transformed the narrow, townhouse-like layout by strategically redesigning the main staircase, incorporating floor-to-ceiling glass panels, and adding a skylight to visually expand the second-floor living room. The clients' extensive art collection inspired a curio cabinet-inspired design for this level, complemented by whimsical, bubble-like pendant lighting fixtures. Read more ...Related:The House of the Tall Trees: Tranquil Retreat in Mexican ForestCharmed: Modern Multigenerational Home Design in PhoenixForest Retreat: Rustic Modern Family Home in Ontario