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Interior Design, Architecture & Interior Decorating eMagazine
This 1920s duplex in Toronto, Canada was converted from a group of small, dark rooms into a graphic designer’s residential loft. The renovation retained the charm of the building’s historic exterior, while transforming its interior for contemporary living. The owner’s Asian heritage is reflected in the interior’s warm red woods, white walls and crisp geometric lines, providing a clear backdrop for the owner to showcase his collection of Asian art and artefacts and classic modern furniture.
Custom-built on a sought-after street in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, this modern residence is a blend of traditional exterior and contemporary interiors. This unique home has been meticulously crafted with the finest materials. It offers everything you would look for in a luxury home from gourmet kitchen to wine cellar.
Perched above the sea and rock formations in Deep Cove, North Vancouver, Canada, this stunning waterfront residence offers 13,000 sq. ft. of luxury living space. The exquisitely crafted home features an intricate blend of custom milled beam work, slate roofing, fine woodwork, natural stone and hardwoods. All principal rooms open out to intimate oceanfront covered patios and manicured lawns. The lower level includes a custom basketball court, a billiard lounge, a games room, a home theatre and a wine cellar. This beautiful estate offers casual elegance wrapped in 270 degrees of ocean and coastline views in a serene setting.
This interesting penthouse apartment was converted from a century-old church in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The church was built in 1911 for a Methodist parish, then switched to United in 1925, and evangelical in 1970. It was eventually turned into residences in 2008. The 2,700 square feet penthouse apartment is in the bell tower of the complex which has 4 levels, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a media room and its own rooftop terrace. The contemporary interior design provides an elegant contrast to the original details such as limestone walls and leaded-glass windows.
With breathtaking views of the Victoria Harbour and the Olympic Mountains, this award winning luxury penthouse apartment in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada was a show suite for the developer. The living room features a custom gas fireplace with polished stainless steel. The modern open kitchen and the open floor plan take full advantage of the views outside. The ensuite bathrooms have luxury soaker tubs and sinks which provide a modern sophistication.
These amazing building murals spice up the urban landscape with their creative illusions.
Located in Whistler, British Columbia, Canada, this mountain view chalet has a timeless design that features modern decor. The 6,000-square-foot retreat in a world class ski resort — and home to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games — is built for family and outdoor adventure lovers. The open kitchen and heated outdoor living space, including a swimming pool, make this mountain chalet ideal for entertaining.
Canadian billionaire Paul Desmarais has a stunning property on 21,000 acres of land located in Sagard, in the heart of Charlevoix, Quebec, Canada. Inspired by the architecture of French royal estates before the Revolution, the luxury estate has beautiful formal gardens that remind one of the Palace of Versailles. The estate also has a breathtaking view of the lake and the valley beyond.
