I spent quite a bit of time at this construction site as these homes were going up. I was working on a similar project nearby, and the developer of this site and I shared quite a few stories about the challenges of finding contemporary fixtures, modern bricks, wood cladding… all the bits that have become much more commonplace in modern construction.  These nine homes on Richmond helped usher in a wave of contemporary infill throughout

I’ve never hidden my enthusiasm for exceptional modern homes throughout the city. What makes this home that extra bit special is both the careful attention to quality in the build and the benefit of the laneway house. Toronto’s framework for laneway intensification has immense potential, and this property is a sparkling example: a modern and sensible new home, with the benefit of a two car garage and overtop, a flexible-use laneway suite.  Not just practical,

While the “devil is in the details”, I’d like to propose that the “glory is in the proportions”.  This home is a final example of this new edict, as evidenced from the moment you walk in.  The proportions of the main floor – from the over-all masses to the unexpected double heights celebrated in the formal living room – carefully balance grandeur and comfort, blissfully celebrating both. Welcome to 1463 Haig Boulevard in the Lakeview

Each of the attributes of this exceptional space is remarkable in itself. Direct elevator access, leading to a half-floor penthouse. Three exposures, providing tremendous natural light throughout the day. A century building, carefully re-imagined and meticulously maintained. A boutique loft, of the perfect scale, recently renovated with taste and style. A rooftop terrace providing privacy and unparalleled entertaining space. Each of these features, taken alone, is distinctive. Taken together, they combine to create a miraculous