TThis project was a complete gut and renovation of a stone century home in Clarington , Ontario . It involved completely updating the structure and everything within while trying to preserve as much historical character of the building as possible . This included restoring original features such as the deep window wells and the original stone and interior beams while also updating electrical , plumbing and HVAC systems . The interior was reconfigured to open the kitchen and dining room spaces , making them more functional . The end goal is to strike a balance between preserving the past and improving the home for contemporary living . Renovating a century home presented several challenges including :
Renovating an old home can often be more expensive than expected due to the need for specialized labor and materials , as well as unexpected repairs . When you completely gut an old house , you ’ re basically building a ‘ new ’ house inside the old one . It can add up extremely quickly . One of my highlights for this design is that it incorporates both the old and the new , we added modern amenities and technologies while maintaining the character of the home with the big , deep window wells and stained glass over the entry door . This creates a unique and beautiful space that blends tradition and innovation . There ’ s a sense of calm that comes over you in this space . Another highlight is the floating shelving with integrated lighting , a unique , eye catching
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