History Lessons: the best period homes for sale
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The hallmarks of older homes, from beautiful bay windows to grand proportions, have never gone out of style – but they’re even better when brought right up to date with dynamic and sensitive interventions. Here we’re highlighting seven revamped period homes for sale, with delightful original details that are in dialogue with contemporary touches – from clever built-in storage systems to light-filled extensions. More of a traditionalist when it comes to historic homes? Check out for more beautiful living spaces for sale that stand the test of time.
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The Boulevard, Westmount
Colour can add a contemporary slant to any period home. Just look to this sensitively renovated Victorian house in Archway for proof. The owner has cast the place in a plethora of pleasing hues. A spectrum of greens sits pretty over storage units and door frames, subtly imitating the verdant surroundings (Summit Park and King George Park are all nearby), while bright-orange cabinetry in the kitchen – set against slate floors – is both modern and playful. Natural materials add another layer of warmth to the renovation, such as the ply of the built-in storage systems in the living. In the afternoon, the roof lantern in the kitchen invites the sunshine in, bringing in brightness of a whole different sort. |
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De l'église, Saint-Laurent
Renovated between 2010 and 2016 |
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Marie-Anne, Plateau Mont-Royal
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