Collingwood GreenDownsizing Laneway House

A modern laneway house with vertical metal siding and sleek black-framed windows.
A bright kitchen space featuring a large skylight, floating wooden shelving, and modern minimalist design.

A haven for their present and future.

Nestled in the backyard of their daughter’s property, these retired physicians embarked on an inspiring journey to create their dream dwelling—a sanctuary designed to adapt to their changing needs while fostering multigenerational living.

A bright, open-concept living area featuring modern furnishings, a kitchen island, and large glass doors.
A stylish living room with a built-in fireplace, floating wooden shelves, and contemporary artwork.

Inspired by their extensive travels throughout Asia and Africa, where generations of families coexisted harmoniously under one roof.

A smiling couple standing in front of the main house on their lot, which includes a newly built Smallworks laneway house.

Specifications

Year Built2022
Home Size727 sq ft
Floors 1
Bathrooms 1
Bedrooms1
Lot Size33 x 138.3 ft
Sunlit marble kitchen countertop with sleek cabinetry in a custom-built laneway home.
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Modern aesthetics.

The design of the home seamlessly blends sleek lines with functionality, embracing the couple’s desire for a light, bright, and low-maintenance living space.

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Collingwood Green Floor Plan

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Design without Comprimise.

A standout feature of this home is the recessed patio—a testament to the beauty that emerges when you focus on what truly matters. What could have been a den is now a light well that allows for year-round gathering and gardening.

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See what you can build.

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