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Swan Nest

Integrating Past and Present

A Custom Home Upgrade in an Urban Forest

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Neighbourhood

Uplands

Type

Residential Renovation

Status

Complete

Year Completed

2019

Style

Traditional

Centred on a gently sloping 11,089 sqft lot, Swan Nest is set within the delicate greenery of historic Uplands neighbourhood.

Weaving together the past and present, this interior renovation is a display of quality craftsmanship and keen attention to detail.

Project team:

Aryze

Background

Traditionally known as the place of family gatherings, the kitchen renovation was particularly important for the homeowner.

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His request to create a more functional space was materialized by incorporating a portion of the adjacent hallway and adding a large island with a cooktop. Dark beams and trim were replaced with the timeless white casing. Together with the addition of crown moulding and integrated refrigerator, we created an elegant home ambiance.

Features

Our team embarked on a mission to transform the original interior, combining the contemporary design elements with unique time-tested components.

Pre-finished, baltic birch plywood cabinetry, finished in-house with premium lacquer and quality hardware.

Drawers feature custom-made spice and utensil organization create functional storage.

Cast iron fireplace surround is an authentic reproduction of a 19th century English fireplace.

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Each Aryze home showcases our commitment to superior quality along every step of the construction journey.

Each Aryze home showcases our commitment to superior quality along every step of the construction journey.