Wanda Ely Architect Inc.

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Wanda Ely Architect Inc.
51 Reviews

Indian Road

When our clients decided to relocate from Paris to Toronto with their two children, the move offered the perfect opportunity to build their Forever Home. With a focus on environmentally conscious design, every aspect of this project was considered through the lens of sustainability. The challenge was to integrate this approach in a way that avoided any aesthetic compromise.

Their large Edwardian house was fully renovated and reconfigured to update its aesthetic, with an emphasis on sustainable building practices – proving you can combine modern technologies with vintage details and thoughtful design, to beautiful effect. The end result is a home that not only reflects the clients’ tastes, but their values as well.
Project Year: 2021
Project Cost: $1,500,001 - $2,000,000
Country: Canada
Zip Code: M6R 2W7
The roofline was changed to a large gable with small dormers, a profile typical of early 20th century homes. This creates much more useable space on the third floor, and better suits both the house and the neighbourhood. The change also creates more southern exposure on the roof – enabling the...
Indian Road
The foyer sets the tone with a blend of contemporary materials - such as the concrete tile and brass inlay floor - with antique pieces and vintage-inspired details , such as the glass side table and custom metal screen.
Indian Road
The foyer sets the tone with a blend of contemporary materials - such as the concrete tile and brass inlay floor - with antique pieces and vintage-inspired details , such as the glass side table and custom metal screen.
Indian Road
Indian Road
A powder room is tucked off the foyer, and features a vintage pendant light and mirror, set against a backdrop of bold, yet elegant, wallpaper.
Indian Road
In the library, a custom metal and glass screen provides a view to the foyer, but also separates the room for private conversation or quiet reading.
Indian Road
In the library, a custom metal and glass screen provides a view to the foyer, but also separates the room for private conversation or quiet reading.
Indian Road
The sunken great room at the rear of the house contains the kitchen, dining room, and a lounge area. It features an eclectic mix of the clients’ treasured vintage finds, nods to traditional Edwardian architectural details, and modern industrial materials.
Indian Road
In the dining area, a concrete-topped table and patinaed steel pendant light have a touch of industrial grit, balancing the traditional elegance of the wainscoting and chevron hardwood floors.
Indian Road
A generously sized green velvet sectional provides ample space to lounge just off the kitchen. The lead glass windows and antique glass pendant lend a feeling formality and ornament to the cozy space
Indian Road
This vintage Parisian train station clock is a beloved possession, and is given a prominent new home between the dining and lounge areas.
Indian Road
The kitchen blends old and new, combining elements of more traditional styles, such as the island, with contemporary industrial materials and modern lines. Large French doors and floor-to-ceiling windows provide connection to the backyard
Indian Road
The kitchen blends old and new, combining elements of more traditional styles, such as the island, with contemporary industrial materials and modern lines. Large French doors and floor-to-ceiling windows provide connection to the backyard.
Indian Road
The sunken great room at the rear of the house contains the kitchen, dining room, and a lounge area. It features an eclectic mix of the clients’ treasured vintage finds, nods to traditional Edwardian architectural details, and modern industrial materials.
Indian Road
The bar area at the end of the kitchen features a drop-down TV that when retracted is completely hidden from view.
Indian Road
Indian Road
Designed by MWLA Landscape Architects, the backyard features numerous gathering places for outdoor dining and entertaining, including a firepit and a custom pergola. Thoughtful use of native planting and permeable hardscaping keep the yard looking elegant and refined, while being both...
Indian Road
The custom metal pergola features integrated pendant lights and provides a modern counterpoint to the original garage, with its heritage yellow brick and traditional slate roof
Indian Road
The third floor is the primary bedroom, ensuite, and dressing room – a private retreat for the adults to relax at the end of the day. The rafters were exposed to create lofty ceilings. Skylights were cut into the roof to provide light and views of the sky and surrounding trees.
Indian Road
The third floor is the primary bedroom, ensuite, and dressing room – a private retreat for the adults to relax at the end of the day. The rafters were exposed to create lofty ceilings. Skylights were cut into the roof to provide light and views of the sky and surrounding trees.
Indian Road
The large dressing room and walk-in closet also features a vaulted ceiling, skylight, and large window. Every corner of space is maximized for storage, including deep dresser drawers that make use of the remaining space behind the knee walls.
Indian Road
The his and hers vanity is an antique dresser that has been custom retrofit.
Indian Road
The ensuite is nestled into one of the two small dormers, including a cozy nook for the sculptural free-standing tub.
Indian Road
A new private deck was added off the bedroom, and features an outdoor shower.
Indian Road
Indian Road