South Vancouver LoftCustom Marpole Laneway House

A picturesque white laneway house with a steep roof, modern black-trimmed windows, and a lush green landscape, designed by Smallworks.
A bright, modern staircase in a Smallworks laneway house, featuring natural wood steps, a black-framed window with greenery, and a sleek white interior.

A Growing Family, a Perfect Fit.

Welcoming a new baby often means rethinking space. For this young couple, staying close to family in their favorite neighborhood was a must—so they looked to the lane. Designed for multi-generational living, this South Vancouver loft offers thoughtful features like a shared back patio, accessed through Westeck French doors, and built-in bench seating in the dining area—perfect for family dinners that keep everyone connected.

A modern dining area with a wood table, black chairs, and a built-in window bench adorned with cushions and plants.
A cozy built-in window seat with storage drawers, striped pillows, and a potted plant, illuminated by natural light.
A woman entering a bright living room through black-framed French doors, surrounded by modern furniture and natural light.

Optimising Space.

Our designers cleverly situated the full bath on the landing between the two stories; this allowed for a nook in living area for the laundry, and a storage space below, accessed from the exterior.

A close-up of a gold faucet below a bathroom mirror with fresh flowers in the background.
A modern laneway house interior featuring a hidden laundry space, a mounted TV, and a stylish entryway with a potted plant.
A modern laneway house interior featuring a hidden laundry space, a mounted TV, and a stylish entryway with a potted plant.

Specifications

Year Built2021
Home Size616 sq ft
Floors2
Bedrooms1
Bathrooms1
Lot Size33 x 117.06 ft
A bright, airy loft bedroom with black-framed windows, a white dresser, and fresh flowers on display.

The second level’s glass railing that overlooks the living space was an intentional choice to allow light from above to reach the main level without compromising flow.

A close-up of sleek, gold-toned round cabinet knobs on white kitchen cabinets, with a green plant in the foreground.
A close-up of a gold and white wall sconce above a bathroom mirror with fresh flowers in the foreground.
A minimalist loft bedroom with a soft pink duvet, a woven pouf, and a glass railing overlooking the floor below.
A charming nursery in a Smallworks laneway house, featuring soft pink walls, a wooden crib, a grey armchair, and a black-framed window that lets in natural light. A framed woodland illustration adds a whimsical touch.

The home’s finishes received an enthusiastic response from everyone involved in the project.

A white built-in storage bench with hidden drawers, gold knobs, and a light wood finish. A woman is seen retrieving a book from the drawer.
A sleek modern kitchen with white subway tile backsplash, a small black-framed window, and a neatly arranged wooden cutting board with a teapot and cup. Stainless steel stove visible.
A close-up of a modern gold kitchen faucet over a stainless steel sink, set against a white subway tile backsplash.
A modern kitchen with navy lower cabinets, white upper cabinets, subway tile backsplash, and gold hardware, creating a striking contrast.

Our clients and designers thoughtfully chose timeless and elegant hardware and millwork.

Bold brass adornment and oak shelving in the kitchen is tucked between the custom built cabinets. The resulting laneway house is a home for this family to make memories for years to come.

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A modern built-in window bench in a Smallworks laneway house, featuring white cabinetry with gold knobs, a wood seat, and striped pillows. A woman sits barefoot, reading a book in the bright, minimalist space.

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