Altius Architecture is responsible for the renovation and addition of a post-war home into a striking modern house located in Etobicoke, a suburb of Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In doing so, one of the main challenges was to take what was a very awkward existing facade to the street edge, and without major renovation work, strengthen […]
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Experience this fabulous dream cottage on Lake Joseph, Ontario
Altius Architecture has designed this dream cottage that is nestled on a generous seven-acre plot on Whalon Bay—a secluded bay on the east side of Lake Joseph, Ontario, Canada. Cottage country in Ontario is enjoyed from mid-April through to late August with beautiful summer sunsets out over the bay. This home was sited to take advantage […]
A warm yet inviting modern lake cottage in Canada used for entertaining
This beautiful modern lake cottage was designed by Altius Architecture, located in North Kawartha, a township in northern Peterborough County, Ontario, Canada. Situated on the original Chandos Estates property, this cottage replaced an old single-storey cottage that was hidden from view by a large perimeter hedge. The hedge was removed to reveal wonderful views of the […]
An amazing compact modern prefab cabin on Lake Muskoka, Canada
This modern prefab cabin was designed by Altius Architecture, located on the picturesque Lake Muskoka, in Ontario, Canada. The cabin is water access only and was installed from the lake side. There was an existing cottage already on the site, and after consulting with the municipality and using some site sensitivity analysis, the architects decided to […]
Stunning modern family home in Ontario: Thorncrest House
The Thorncrest House is a new modern family home that has been designed by Altius Architecture in Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada. The 6,500 square foot home was designed in 2012 to accommodate the large family of six as well as to entertain their guests. Private spaces are arranged to allow for an open concept space with […]