Located in the heart of the Villeray district, Montreal, the De Gaspé House project by la SHED Architecture consisted of the major renovation of an existing building that, through previous renovations, had lost most of its original character. The old duplex space, which included a garage and several annexes, was transformed into a single family […]The post The De Gaspé House in Montreal Embraces Family Life appeared first on Freshome.com.

Located in the heart of the Villeray district, Montreal, the De Gaspé House project by la SHED Architecture consisted of the major renovation of an existing building that, through previous renovations, had lost most of its original character. The old duplex space, which included a garage and several annexes, was transformed into a single family home for two adults and two children. The project designers chose to create a contemporary facade that would seamlessly integrate with the surrounding housing styles.
Inside of the home, a compact block containing the service areas (closets, bathroom, and storage space) was positioned near the entrance. This was done to create an intimate separation between the vestibule and living spaces. Past it, in the kitchen, the occupant can enjoy an unobstructed view of all common areas. This design style is great for both letting in light and allowing social interactions.The living room benefits from having twice the ceiling height, which brings light from the first floor down to the ground floor....