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Little Italy House 1

This charming house in Little Italy is going to be renovated during the spring and early summer, with reconfigured living spaces, a new kitchen and possibly a second story addition.  The house already has qualities akin to a small farmhouse, with its soft interior light, entry courtyard covered in vines, and a backyard which is often used as an extension of the house for cooking and entertaining in.

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The rear and side additions are well underway, with openings ready to receive the windows and doors. New cedar cladding, decking and guards are to be installed for the first and second floor walkouts, in horizontal bands that will silver over time.  The heated polished concrete floor in the basement is looking great - the basement apartment also benefits from large windows and a private walkout that feels like a small courtyard.

Happy Holidays! Here's to a Fabulous 2010!

Casa Loma House 3

FAMILY ROOM: 

WINDOWS AND DOORS OPENING TOWARD COACH HOUSE, BREAKFAST COURTYARD 

AND GARDEN.  [THE VIEW TEMPORARILY BLOCKED BY A CONSTRUCTION SHED]

MASTER BATHROOM: 

VIEW TOWARD ATRIUM BEING PREPARED FOR STONE CLADDING AND WATERFALL.  

FREE STANDING VICTORIA + ALBERT LIMESTONE TUB TO SIT CENTRED IN THE OPENING.

THE PLUMBING FITTINGS THROUGHOUT THE HOUSE ARE QUITE AMAZING.

Wallboard and taping are nearly complete - the drywaller has done a great job.  The spaces are full of light and fell well proportioned.  Everything is almost ready to receive the finishes, fixtures and millwork.

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Eckler_Actuarial Office 1

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Elegant and classic modern furniture has been selected for an actuarial office, including pieces from Herman Miller, Bensen, and Nienkamper.  The pairing of sleek glossy surfaces with rich woods, fabrics and metals will come together to transform the reception and meeting areas.

Cambridge Garden 3

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Step 2:  The fence is now complete surrounding the garden, and will silver over the course of the winter.  The next phases will occur in the spring: the planting of a birch grove and fruit trees, wild grasses, planters for the kitchen garden, and a deck with a covered dining pavilion.

Thank you Dan from AMS Renovations for building the fence.

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