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High Park Toronto Main Floor Renovation of a Century‑Old Home
This High Park, Toronto home renovation brings a contemporary update to a century‑old residence through a thoughtfully redesigned main floor. The renovation focused on increasing natural light, enhancing everyday functionality, and introducing a much‑needed powder room—carefully balancing modern living requirements with the home’s historic character.
Strategic layout improvements and refined design details brighten the interior and improve flow, creating a more open, practical environment for daily life and entertaining. By respecting the home’s original charm while introducing clean, modern updates, the project delivers a refreshed main floor that feels cohesive, functional, and well suited to contemporary living in the city.
As seen in Reno + Decor
Design by Gelanaz & Associates Inc.
Photography by Mike Chajecki
Built‑in cabinetry surrounding the fireplace was modernized to increase storage while maintaining a clean, cohesive look. Radiators were discreetly concealed behind see‑through mesh cabinet panels, preserving heat flow while enhancing the room’s refined, contemporary feel.
Thoughtfully placed wall sconces add warmth and ambient light, highlighting architectural features while enhancing the overall atmosphere with a refined touch in the dining room.
The entrance door was updated with a larger glass panel to bring in more natural light and painted in the homeowners’ favourite bold red—creating an inviting entry that makes a strong first impression and reflects the clients’ personality.
The original staircase and handrail were carefully preserved and subtly updated, maintaining the home’s historic character while giving the feature a clean, modern refresh.
A newly added powder room enhances the main floor with thoughtful planning and refined finishes, delivering modern convenience while blending seamlessly with the home’s historic character.
