Original Courtyard House | By Studio Junction

Toronto based Architects Peter Tan and Christine Ho Ping Kong of "Studio Junction", converted this contractor warehouse the ambition was to create a modern, affordable home and studio for a family of four - one which could successfully adapt to a mid-block or laneway situation, there is no typical front or back. The design of the house is generated by an emphasis on the views and activities of the interior courtyards, all the windows look inwards.

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