
Renovation · 2024
Donalda Renovation
2,400 sq ft · 10 months · 2024
The Project
The Brief
Preserve the heritage character of a 1940s bungalow while adding a full second storey, modernizing systems, and creating a contemporary open-concept interior.
A complete transformation of a 1940s bungalow — second-storey addition, modern kitchen, and restored heritage details.
The Details
A Closer Look
2,400
Sq Ft
10
Months
The Challenge
The Challenge
Preserve the heritage character of a 1940s bungalow while adding a full second storey, modernizing systems, and creating a contemporary open-concept interior.
Our Approach
Our Approach
Careful restoration of original brick, trim, and windows on the main floor, complemented by a sympathetic second-storey addition with matching materials. Full interior reconfiguration with modern kitchen, updated mechanical systems, and improved insulation.
Features
Key Highlights
Second-storey addition with matching heritage brick facade
Restored original hardwood floors and crown moldings
Modern open-concept kitchen with custom cabinetry
Three new bedrooms and two full bathrooms on second floor
Updated electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
Energy-efficient windows matching original proportions
Transformation
Before & After
Before
After
Exterior transformation with second-storey addition
Before
After
Kitchen renovation with open-concept layout
We wanted to honor the home's history while making it work for our modern family. Metrohomes respected the heritage details we loved and seamlessly integrated the new spaces. It feels like it was always meant to be this way.
— David & Emma T., Homeowners
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
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