How To Turn A Long, Narrow Home Into An Entertaining Haven

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Published 2022-10-12
Designer Nicholas Ancerl is known for creating sleek two-storey spaces, so when he was tasked with designing a home in downtown Toronto that couldn’t accommodate a double-height ceiling, he got creative. Underpinning the basement allowed him to create a sunken living space off the foyer to gain more height in the kitchen and main living areas. Wood beams, oversized pendants and tall Arabascato marble slabs emphasize the 12-foot high ceilings. An open-flame black marble fireplace is backed by dramatic floor-to-ceiling industrial-style windows in the back of the house. See how natural materials, hidden rooms and exquisite details make this narrow Toronto home feel spacious and airy.

Designed by: Nicholas Ancerl, Robert Miguel
Styled by: Suzanne Tran, Kimberly Czornodolskyj, Maitha Alkhulaqi
Thumbnail Photography: Maitha Alkhulaqi

SOURCES

FURNITURE:
CB2, WAYFAIR, LDSHOPPE, CRATE AND BARREL, SUNDAYS COMPANY, ELTE MKT

ART:
LDSHOPPE, MIDNIGHT STATION, BLADY VANMIL ART, ELTE MKT

HARDWARE:
RESTORATION HARDWARE, ETSY

WALL PANELLING:
DECO TEC INC.

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All Comments (21)
  • @Angie_P
    This is absolutely stunning. Modern but at the same time classic. His comment about taking pride in his work; it really shows.
  • @deborahunger4974
    It's been quite a while since I enjoyed these videos. But I love this one. Nicholas Ancerl had me at not changing the footprint. I have always maintained that not every reno requires a gut job, but it does require more skill and sensibilities. Well done, Nicholas!
  • @bglr2783
    Beautiful house... Well done. That's not a small home
  • @mistertee5000
    The amount of thought and detail that went into this reno really shows. That dining table and how he used the marble detail to integrate the materials seamlessly with the rest of the kitchen is a stroke of genius.
  • @francineh.7825
    I really, really like the balance of the open concept and defined rooms! The table is so beautiful.
  • @lisatague305
    The flow of this home is spectacular . Love all the finishes and the black windows are gorgeous .
  • @debbiekrieger81
    Absolutely gorgeous. Great use of the mix of materials. I love the hidden doors off the kitchen
  • @martinhare6085
    I'm not a designer or decorator but it provides a very balance look in terms of color and texture. It's very livable.
  • @josephinebrevig8748
    As a maximalist the kitchen is what does it for me….wow!!! Nice to have a narrow home featured….extremely challenging…they did a great job.
  • @estherjohn6899
    What a stunning space! The palette is gorgeous and serene ❤
  • @craigmerkey8518
    Wow the "hidden" areas with the desk and bathroom is mad cool!
  • @neens2cute
    Gorgeous. All aspects of this home felt warm and inviting. Great job!
  • @rulu3345
    It is beautiful, with so many interesting textures and shapes, while staying cohesive and harmonious...
  • @AnnMarieKing
    The perfect intersect of modern and artisanal ... with sensible material choices and design tricks that wow while being livable and affordable.
  • @DesignerLisa
    One of the most beautifully designed homes you have featured! It takes incredible talent and skill to execute design that is light, modern, edited and yet warm.
  • @kgalvin7503
    This home is unparalleled to anything else I’ve seen from HnH this year. Please feature more of his design work! This is awe-inspiring.
  • @christineboone2850
    This is one of my very favorites that I’ve seen on this site! Truly beautiful with excellent attention to how the space functions. The details and use of materials are exquisite!