Architects: CAB Architects Project: Edwardian House Renovation Location: Roncesvalles, Toronto, Ontario, Canada Size: 1200 SF Photography: Scott Norsworthy

建筑师：CAB建筑项目：Edwardian豪宅翻修地点：Roncesvalles，多伦多，加拿大安大略省：1200 SF摄影：Scott Norsworth

This 1912 rowhouse had fallen into disrepair by the time it was purchased. We sought to turn the dilapidated Edwardian into our home and studio. Having been in the hands of one family since its initial construction, we were sensitive to maintain the building’s presence on the street while also infusing our personalities into the new space.

这座1912年的茅屋在购买时就已经失修了。我们试图把这个破旧的爱德华变成我们的家和工作室。自从最初建造以来，我们就一直在一个家庭的手中，我们敏感地注意到，在保持建筑物在街道上的存在的同时，也要把我们的个性注入到新的空间中。

The interiors are characterized by their use of warm materials, custom millwork, and an emphasis on original artwork. The kitchen was moved to the centre of the ground floor plan, allowing it to serve as the nexus between living and dining spaces. Since the kitchen is so prominently featured, the design approach was to minimize the presence of equipment by emphasizing materials and integrating art. The refrigerator was built-in underneath the stairs, alongside a closet, pantry, and cat litter pull-out. The island is a waterfall oak butcher block, contrasting the marble countertop and backsplash behind. The upper cabinets feature a sprawling mural drawn by the architects.

内部的特点是他们使用温暖的材料，定制的磨坊，并强调原始的艺术作品。厨房被移到底层平面图的中心，使它成为生活和用餐空间之间的纽带。由于厨房是如此突出的特点，设计方法是尽量减少设备的存在，强调材料和综合艺术。冰箱建在楼梯下面，旁边是壁橱、储藏室和猫窝。这个岛是一个瀑布橡木屠夫块，对比大理石台面和后面的背溅。上面的橱柜里有一幅由建筑师画的大壁画。

The living room was sited at the rear of the house with a fully glazed opening overlooking the backyard. As a counterpoint to the view outside, a gold-leaf clad niche anchors the room by providing a spot for the sofa.

起居室坐落在房子的后面，有一个全玻璃的洞口，可以俯瞰后院。作为视野的对立面，一个金色的壁龛通过为沙发提供一个位置来锚定房间。

Bringing natural light into the space was a priority, since only the front and rear facades are open to the exterior. We planned for two large skylights to bring light into the building’s center. One was placed over the top stair landing, seamlessly integrating with the walls below to dramatic effect. Similarly another in the master ensuite is paired with a large expanse of mirror disappearing into the sky, adding a feeling of openness to the compact, efficiently laid out room.

将自然光带入空间是一个优先事项，因为只有前面和后面的正面向外部开放。我们计划用两个大天窗把光带进大楼的中心。其中一个被放置在顶层楼梯上，与下面的墙壁无缝地结合在一起，产生了戏剧性的效果。同样地，主套间中的另一个房间也与一面巨大的镜子结合在一起，一面镜子消失在天空中，为紧凑、高效布局的房间增添了一种开放的感觉。