Home Renovation

  • Renovated Circa-1930s Toronto Home

    Renovated Circa-1930s Toronto Home

    The kitchen design in this renovated circa-1930s Toronto home is the cult-favorite kitchen in Athena Calderone’s Brooklyn brownstone. Built from an addition, the kitchen has large windows, off-black cabinetry, a marble floating shelf, brass fixtures and hardware, a large island, herringbone floors, paneled appliances, and […]

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  • Deal Breakers When Buying a Home

    Deal Breakers When Buying a Home

    Buying a house is a nerve-wracking process for a lot of people. They don’t want to do a lot of renovations and just want to know if they should buy it or not. The team at Ask This Old House discusses the red flags that […]

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  • Light and Airy Austin Home

    Light and Airy Austin Home

    This light and airy Austin home has a Wabi-Sabi mid-century modern design that incorporates natural colors, textures and elements such as the beautiful ceiling beams, floating staircase and herringbone floors. A matte black tile fireplace creates an inviting focal point in the cozy living room. […]

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  • Dark and Moody Urban Apartment

    Dark and Moody Urban Apartment

    This dark and moody urban apartment was inspired by the jungle-like forests of Bali. The entryway has a closet with pullout shoe drawers and a nook with a beautiful mirror. The dramatic kitchen has a small island and matte black cabinetry with lots of storage […]

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  • Stunning Semi-Detached Home

    Stunning Semi-Detached Home

    This stunning semi-detached home maximizes every inch of space. To create an integrated living, working and eating space, the kitchen was relocated along the back wall and the side wall. The adjacent dining space has a beautiful table and a built-in banquette with lots of […]

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  • Renovated Empty Nesters' Townhouse

    Renovated Empty Nesters’ Townhouse

    This renovated empty nesters’ townhouse has a classic sophisticated style. The kitchen was refreshed with a new coat of white paint on the cabinetry, finished brass hardware, a new faucet and herringbone flooring. A light caramel color on the dining room walls balances the dark […]

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  • Updated Classic Tudor Home

    Updated Classic Tudor Home

    This updated classic Tudor home, originally built in 1936, was brought into the modern era while retaining its heritage. In the entryway, a staircase with a beautiful iron railing curves up to the second level. The kitchen has handmade terra cotta floor tile in a […]

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  • Upgraded City Condo

    Upgraded City Condo

    Minor renovations maximized the space and improved the functionality in this upgraded city condo. The enlarged kitchen has additional cabinetry, open shelving, porcelain countertops, and a striking geometric multi-color tile backsplash; the countertop was extended to create a wrap-around peninsula. A wine/coffee bar extends into […]

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  • Marina-View Condo

    Marina-View Condo

    Located near Lake Ontario, the interior of this marina-view condo has reminiscent hints of water, lake and stone. The kitchen has neutral millwork, a long island with reeded detailing, and a mix of white oak and cream cabinetry. Behind the kitchen is a pantry and […]

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