The homeowner of this abnormally large property engaged our team to develop a secondary rental unit alongside a major renovation of the primary residence. The proposed laneway suite spans the maximum permitted footprint at 8.0m wide, by 10.0m deep, offering 1720 square feet of living space above grade in addition to a fully excavated basement.… Continue reading OAKWOOD LANEWAY SUITE

The owners of this unique corner lot approached our Lanescape team to construct a laneway suite that would provide a separate living space for their expanding family. The proposed structure features two storeys of living space above grade in addition to a fully excavated, finished basement level. The ground floor offers a spacious open concept… Continue reading PROSPECT LANEWAY SUITE

This transitional-style laneway suite in Cabbagetown is situated on a unique property on which stands one of the original heritage cottages in the neighbourhood. Lanescape was engaged by the homeowners to develop a two-storey laneway suite that would provide a modernized garage and live-work space for their personal use, alongside a long-term rental suite on… Continue reading BROADCAST LANEWAY SUITE

This 1,000 square foot,  3-bed 2-bath laneway suite will become a long-term rental suite with the potential to house the homeowners’ extended family in the future. Benefitting from a well-sized property, the proposed structure is set back from the Southern lot line to permit passage to the garden from a recessed parking pad while providing… Continue reading MISSION HOUSE LANEWAY SUITE

The owner of this large lot in Cabbagetown sought to construct a laneway suite that would become his personal long-term residence on an existing income property. Situated in the heart of the Cabbagetown Heritage District, the building delicately draws from the rich character of the neighbourhood while reinforcing its position as a modern infill structure.… Continue reading WOODSTOCK LANEWAY SUITE

This 1,300 square foot Christie Pits Laneway Suite will become home to the homeowners’ son and partner who are seeking a space uniquely tailored to their needs right in the heart of the community they grew up in. The ground level features a 2-car garage and a large gym space that seamlessly connects to the… Continue reading CHRISTIE PITS LANEWAY SUITE

This 495 square foot, two-storey Laneway Suite, is one of our smallest builds to date. Fitted into an extremely tight lot – carved, but not constrained by the by-laws – this one-bedroom suite demonstrates how an urban home can function in a compact footprint. Working within the tight constraints of the property, this small, yet… Continue reading RIVERDALE LANEWAY SUITE

Our team was engaged by the homeowners to breathe new life into this 100-year-old coach house, introducing a unique urban living space at the upper level and maintaining the building’s character. The structure was first constructed to house horses for a local milk delivery service and was repurposed over time, garnering a beautiful patina true… Continue reading LITTLE ITALY LANEWAY SUITE

At 1,300 square feet, this 3-bedroom 2.5-bath rental suite located in the heart of the city aims to rival the traditional condominium or townhouse. With a minimal rectilinear volume, this laneway suite maximizes usable floor area offering all the comforts of home within a compact footprint. The efficient floor plan radiates around a central stair that… Continue reading CLINTON LANEWAY SUITE

This 900 square feet 2-bedroom 2-bath East-end rental suite maximizes usable floor area on a unique, compact property abutting a laneway at the side lot line. Approved through the Committee of Adjustment, the Pocket Laneway Suite leverages a reduced laneway setback and rear yard separation to create a comfortable living space above grade, while including… Continue reading THE POCKET LANEWAY SUITE