The back of the split-level after the renovation: stucco and brick, large black-framed windows, a new stone patio and gardens. Part of Split Level, Reimagined, an accessible aging-in-place renovation of a split-level home in Ottawa by Still at Home Inc., winner of two 2026 Housing Design Awards from the Greater Ottawa Home Builders' Association (GOHBA): Alternative or Adaptive Spaces, and Renovation ($400,001 to $600,000).

The fireplace in this lower level family room had brick to match that of the exterior. The same laminate flooring used for the upper level was installed for the common areas on this level. Chad Shiflett

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This 1964 split-level looked like every other house on the block before adding a 1,000sf addition over the existing Living, Dining, Kitchen and Family rooms. New siding, trim and columns were added throughout, while the existing brick remained.

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Designed around the sunset downtown views from the living room with open-concept living, the split-level layout provides gracious spaces for entertaining, and privacy for family members to pursue distinct pursuits.

Example of a large trendy split-level house exterior design in Christchurch

This 1964 split-level looked like every other house on the block before adding a 1,000sf addition over the existing Living, Dining, Kitchen and Family rooms. New siding, trim and columns were added throughout, while the existing brick remained.

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