In collaboration with Blackwell Engineering, KOHN SHNIER Architects has been completed a residential project located in Toronto. Laneway House is a modest house with 1,300 square feet in size. This house is designed to accommodate a family of five and also their two pets. The result is a comfortable house with open space, light, and views.
Design
Designed to accommodate a family of five and their two pets, this modest house offers a comfortable living place that can meet the needs of the family for daily activities. It is an upside-down house with some public living areas. These areas are arranged over the top of private sleeping areas, creating open space, light, and views.
Rooms
The house spaces are extraordinary although the house comes in a compact form. The program of this project also includes a deep garden which is 6 feet in size. This garden contains a Japanese tub, shower, and an outdoor fireplace. The living area, dining area, and kitchen are located on the same floor with an elegant window where the family can enjoy the view together.
Award
Through this awesome project and collaboration with Blackwell Engineering as structural engineers, the architect got recognition in 2017: Toronto Urban Design Award and Design Exchange Award.
Laneway House Gallery
Photography: Tom Arban