Accessory Dwelling Unit
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Project • By Lanescape Architecture + Construction • Apartments
Symington Laneway House
The Symington Laneway House is a 2-storey infill residence built on a narrow 17' wide lot in Toronto's Junction neighbourhood. At 1,000 sq. ft, the project is now home to the owner who formerly lived in the two-unit house at the front of the property.
Ron Adriano
Ron Adriano
Ron Adriano
Due to the home's proximity to both the public laneway and the main house, an unconventional arrangement of spaces was needed to mitigate privacy concerns. The bright yellow entry door opens up to a den off the laneway, while the kitchen and dining spaces are oriented towards the yard and accessed by sliding doors. Upstairs, the living room overlooks the laneway with a more private view towards West Toronto. The bedroom and bathroom are locat... More
Project • By Teass \ Warren Architects • Private Houses
Aberfoyle Artist Retreat
Conceived as a retreat and sanctuary space this small accessory structure is carefully sited in the rear garden of a large wooded lot in Northwest DC. The building not only creates visual interest in the garden, it serves as the focal point for family gatherings and outdoor activities. The space is fully conditioned which allows for use throughout the year.
Allen Russ Photography, LLC
The owners inhabit the space daily as painting studio, yoga room, and an escape from the noise of the city. The windows, brick, slate, and copper echo the material palate of the existing house.
Allen Russ Photography, LLC
This allows the studio to remain deferential to the larger main structure while creating a lante... More
News • News • 17 May 2022
Experimental Co-Housing Denver project by Productora provides a compelling model for centrally located, low-cost housing
Only a few miles from the downtown area of Denver, this experimental co-housing project by Productora provides centrally located, low-cost housing for couples or individuals while integrating with surrounding suburban context.
Onnis Luque
The 50-foot wide site parcel is divided into two equal lots. In accordance with local zoning codes, each lot can accommodate a main house and an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). Eight units in total are created here by organizing each front house into 3 studios, which come complete with a bathroom and kitchenette, and access to a large communal living space. Six studios are located in the front houses, and two-split-level ‘artist studios’ are located in the two ADU’s front... More