A Little Castle Custom Design Laneway House

A contemporary laneway house by Smallworks featuring a striking yellow exterior, modern shed roofline, and large windows. The landscaped front yard includes a stone pathway and lush greenery.
A bright and inviting living room with vaulted ceilings and expansive sliding glass doors leading to a lush outdoor patio. The space is decorated with a white couch, colourful accent pillows, and wooden chairs.

Perched on a higher-density zoned lot.

This Vancouver laneway house rises a little taller than most—giving its residents the feeling of ruling their own cozy castle.

A contemporary kitchen with a sleek island and bar seating, complemented by modern pendant lighting. White cabinetry, a built-in seating nook, and a window backsplash add both function and style to the space.

Specifications

Year Built2016
Home Size 850 sq ft
Floors1
Bedrooms 2
Lot Size 49.5 x 122 ft
A spacious living and dining area with a seamless flow between the kitchen and outdoor patio. A marble-top dining table, built-in storage, and a mudroom bench enhance the functionality of the home.
A contemporary kitchen with a sleek island and bar seating, complemented by modern pendant lighting. White cabinetry, a built-in seating nook, and a window backsplash add both function and style to the space.

With 850 square feet of light-filled living space, the two-bedroom home feels airy and expansive, thanks to lofted ceilings and abundant windows. The kitchen is designed for both comfort and style, featuring soft, foot-friendly cork flooring that transitions seamlessly into Smallworks’ signature polished concrete.

An open-concept kitchen and dining space with a marble-top round table surrounded by wooden chairs. The room is illuminated by clerestory windows, and the kitchen features a white island, pendant lighting, and stainless steel appliances.

Wide, full-light solid wood doors extend the living space outdoors, creating an effortless connection to the ground-level patio—perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings.

A modern bedroom featuring a large upholstered bed with patterned throw pillows, framed Indigenous artwork, and transom windows for privacy. The minimalist nightstand and lamp complete the serene atmosphere.

A Little Castle Floor Plan

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This Vancouver lane house was designed in collaboration with Birmingham & Wood Architects, with home staging provided by our friends at Home Ingredients.

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A contemporary laneway house by Smallworks featuring a striking yellow exterior, modern shed roofline, and white trim windows.

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