toronto west, high park, roncesvalles village, parkdale, bloor west village, junction
$2,499,000
59 Fuller avenue
Distinguished 2.5 Storey Detached Victorian in Roncesvalles. Full Professional Renovation w/Bespoke Monochromatic Contemporary Finishes. Located on a Quiet Family Friendly Street, This Circa 1886 Home Offers Grand Proportions Throughout. 2,800+Sq.ft Finished, Massive Open Concept Main Floor w/10’ Ceilings, Custom Cook’s Kitchen w/Ceiling Height Cabinetry, Quartz Counters & Island, Floor to Ceiling Sliders, Composite Deck, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms. Spacious Primary w/Spa-Like 4pc. Ensuite. 2nd Bedroom Features 14’ Cathedral Ceilings, Wonderful 3rd Floor Bedroom Retreat, Custom Built-ins Throughout, Finished Lower Level w/8’ Ceilings & Stunning Polished Concrete Floors... Heated! 23.6’ x 124’ Landscaped Lot w/Mutual Drive & 2 Car Garage. Steps to Roncesvalles Shopping & Entertainment, High Park & Public Transit.
RONCESvalles
$2,199,000
209 indian road
Stately Renovated 3 Storey Edwardian on Coveted Indian Road. Set Amongst Stunning High Park Century Architecture, 209 Makes A Bold Statement. Grand Brick Facade w/Inviting Front Porch, Spacious Open Concept Main Floor w/ High Ceilings, Hrwd Floors & Oversize Custom Windows, Contemporary Custom Kitchen w/Large Island & Timeless Quartz Counters, The Living Room is Primed For Entertainment Offering Floor to Ceiling Windows & Gas Fireplace. Convenient Main Floor 2pc, Over 3,000sq.ft Finished, 5+1 Bedrooms, 5 Tastefully Renovated Bathrooms, Primary w/Walk-in Closet & Ensuite + 4 Additional Large Bedrooms on the 2nd & 3rd. Finished Lower w/High Ceilings & Radiant In-Floor Heating. Landscaped Fenced Yard Provides Loads of Privacy, 1 Car Garage Via Lane. Howard JS Catchment, Truly A Rare Offering!
high park
307 Pacific Avenue
Impressive 2.5 Storey Victorian Multiplex On Historic Pacific Avenue, Circa 1888 Detached w/Period Brick Facade, 6 Well Designed Renovated Suites, Over 3,500Sq.Ft Finished, 6 Hydro Meters, 5 Gas Meters, Coin Op Laundry, Central Fire System, Multiple Decks & Outdoor Space. Modern Mechanics, Newer Roofing & Main Drain, $113K Net Income. Low Maintenance 25’ X 78’ Landscaped Lot. Junction/Bloor West Village Shopping & Entertainment, High Park, TTC.
junction
$4,650,000 80 KINGSWAY CRESCENT , ETOBICOKE
Kingsway Masterpiece by Richard Wengle
Designed by the Legendary Architect Richard Wengle and Built by Renowned Shima Homes, this Exceptional Kingsway Residence is a True Architectural Gem. The Home Blends Timeless Design with Perfectly Proportioned Spaces, Offering Both Pragmatic Functionality and an Effortlessly Luxurious Lifestyle. Featuring 4 Spacious Bedrooms Plus Office, a Custom Baygi Eat-in Kitchen, and a Fabulous Family Room, Every Area of this Home is Thoughtfully Planned and Surrounded by Lush Greenery and Professionally Designed Landscaping. Elegant Formal living and dining rooms with separate butlers pantry provide the perfect setting for entertaining in style, while the beautifully crafted outdoor space offers a Private Garden Oasis. The Gardens Were Masterfully Designed by Award – Winning Landscape Architect Eggils Didrichsen, Creating a Seamless Connection Between Indoor Comfort and Outdoor Serenity. Steps to Humber River, Subway, Bloor Street all Amenities and Excellent Schools, this Home is Truly a Special Offering.
FALLFAVOURITE with a VEGAN TWIST
SORRY LENTILS , BUT SOMETIMES YOU JUST WANT A VEGAN SHEPHERD’S PIE THAT TASTES AND FEELS LIKE REAL BEEF.
ENTER THIS COMPLETELY PLANT-BASED TAKE ON THE CLASSIC COMFORT FOOD, MADE WITH PLANT-BASED BEEFLESS GROUND FOR A DECISIVELY BEEFY TEXTURE AND FLAVOUR.
VEGAN
SHEPHERD’S PIE
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15, minutes
Serves: 8
INGREDIENTS
FOR THE MASHED POTATO TOPPING
• 2 1/2 lb (1.13 kg) yellow-fleshed potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) vegetable broth
• 1/3 cup (83 mL) vegan buttery spread or margarine
• 1/2 tsp (2 mL) each salt, black pepper and dried thyme
DIRECTIONS
STEP ONE
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). For the potato topping, place potatoes in large saucepan and add enough cold water to cover by 2 inches (5 cms). Bring to a boil; reduce heat to a gentle boil and cook until very tender, about 25 minutes. Drain and return to saucepan. Add broth, buttery spread, salt and pepper. Mash with potato masher until smooth. Cover and set aside.
STEP TWO
Meanwhile, heat 2 tbsp (30 mL) oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add beefless ground; using spatula, break into four pieces. Cook, turning once, until browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Continue to cook, breaking up into crumbles using spatula, until browned and cooked through, 9 to 10 mins. Transfer to plate and set aside.
STEP THREE
Heat remaining oil in same skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, 2 minutes. Add cauliflower and garlic; cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes.
STEP FOUR
Stir in flour, tomato paste, soy sauce, salt, pepper and thyme; cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Gradually stir in broth. Stir in frozen vegetables and beefless ground; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer; cook, stirring often, until sauce is thickened, about 10 minutes.
STEP FIVE
Transfer to 8-inch (2 L) square glass baking dish, spreading evenly. Spoon mashed potato topping over filling, spreading to edges. Place on baking sheet. Bake until filling is bubbly, about 40 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. ◆ newscanada.com
$3,150,000
30 NEILOR CRESCENT , TORONTO
Say yes to the absolute best; this Markland Wood mid-century modern home is the pinnacle of style and comfort with unique details and a timeless aesthetic. Modern living and beautiful mid-century modern architecture? Check! Close to every amenity imaginable? You’ve got it! A beautiful backyard paradise on a ravine lot and an inground pool that makes you feel like you’re on a tropical vacation every day, all day? Naturally. A brand-new mud room with direct access to the garage and side entrance? Oddly specific ask, maybe but yes, that too! Your new dream house offers so many perks that you may never need to board an airplane again. Designed by Award Winning Architect, Anthony Ferracuti (Global Architects), this 4+1 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, plus a half bath home provides room to spare. The eat-in kitchen comes with professional-grade Frigidaire and Miele appliances, while a walkout basement makes entertaining a breeze, with its own kitchen, dining area, lounge spaces and sauna. Community features include Neilson Park Creative Centre, Markland Woods Golf Club, and walking/bike trails along the Etobicoke Creek Ravine (and CF Sherway Gardens, of course!) The home is also in the catchment area of top-rated schools, including St. Clement Catholic School. With an oversized pie-shaped lot, opportunities for outdoor enjoyment open up. This home was made for making memories. With an expansive primary bedroom complete with its own sitting area and a four-piece ensuite, it’s hard to pick a favourite feature in this glorious oasis. This is your perfect home for everyday luxury.
UNDERSTANDING BTUs: HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT FIREPLACE FOR
COMFORT AND STYLE
By Jessica Cinnamon | jessicacinnamondesign.com
by Stephani Buchman
LEARN HOW BTUs AFFECT WARMTH AND COMFORT IN YOUR HOME WITH DESIGNER JESSICA CINNAMON AND FIREPLACE EXPERT SONIA PRESOTTO
When selecting a fireplace, it is easy to be drawn to its visual appeal—the elegance of the flame, the materials, and how the unit complements your overall design scheme. Yet, one of the most critical factors that determines comfort is often hidden in the technical details. If you are browsing fireplace specifications, you will see the term BTU everywhere. Understanding what it means and how it affects your living space is essential for choosing a fireplace that is both beautiful and functional.
BTU stands for British Thermal Unit. It is the standard measurement of how much heat a fireplace can produce. “Think of BTUs as a way to measure comfort,” says Sonia Presotto fireplace expert at Concord Fireplaces. “The right amount of heat makes a room feel inviting and cozy. Too much can make a space uncomfortable, and too little leaves it chilly.” Knowing your BTU requirements is as important as choosing the finish or style because it directly impacts how your room will feel throughout the year.
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Gas fireplaces are typically rated between 15,000 and 40,000 BTUs. A higher number means more heat, but that does not automatically translate to a better choice. “A fireplace with 40,000 BTUs can be perfect in a large, open living room with high ceilings,” Sonia explains. “But in a smaller room, it could easily overwhelm the space. That is why understanding the size of the room, the insulation, and how the space will be used is so important.” Many high-BTU gas fireplaces also offer flexibility in how heat is distributed. Some allow warmth to be transferred to another room, while others can vent excess heat outdoors. This ensures you can enjoy the visual beauty of the flames without creating an uncomfortably hot environment.
Electric fireplaces operate differently and typically max out around 5,000 BTUs. While they do not generate as much heat as gas units, they are ideal for supplemental warmth and ambiance. “Electric fireplaces are perfect for smaller rooms or for creating a cozy zone within a larger home,” Sonia says. “They are not intended to replace your furnace, but they offer an intimate heat source where you need it most, making them excellent for bedrooms, offices, or reading nooks.”
How the heat is distributed in the room is just as important as the BTU rating itself. Fans and blowers help circulate warmth evenly, ensuring that every corner of the room feels comfortable. Heat transfer kits allow you to direct warmth to adjacent areas or vent it outside when a room becomes too warm. Modern fireplaces often feature smart controls, letting you adjust flame intensity independently from the heat output. This gives homeowners both functional control and design freedom, allowing the fireplace to be a centrepiece without compromising comfort.
Sonia offers a designer’s tip that I find invaluable when planning a fireplace: “Always start with the experience you want to create. Think about how people will gather, where they will sit, and how the heat will flow through the space. A fireplace should feel like it was designed for the room, not just added to it.” This perspective aligns
ALWAYS START WITH THE EXPERIENCE YOU WANT TO CREATE.
perfectly with the design approach I take in my work, where aesthetics and function go hand in hand.
Ultimately, selecting the right BTU is about balancing form and function. A well-chosen fireplace enhances the visual appeal of a room while creating warmth and atmosphere that draws people together. By understanding BTUs, considering how heat is delivered, and working with experts who can calculate your specific needs, you can ensure your fireplace is not only a statement piece but also a source of comfort all year round. The BTU is more than a number; it is a tool to craft spaces that feel welcoming, cozy, and perfectly complements to the way you live. •
Expert Fireplace Tips
Know Your Room Size
Measure your space and consider ceiling height. More square footage and open layouts require higher BTUs, but smaller rooms need less heat to remain comfortable.
Consider Heat Flexibility
Some gas fireplaces allow you to redistribute warmth to another room or vent excess heat outdoors. This helps maintain comfort without compromising ambiance.
Electric Fireplaces for Zone Heating
Ideal for bedrooms, offices, or reading nooks, electric units provide cozy warmth without heating the entire home.
Use Fans, Blowers, and Smart Controls
Circulate heat evenly and adjust flame and warmth independently to create both functional and aesthetic balance.
Jessica Cinnamon is the award winning Principal Designer and founder of Toronto based Jessica Cinnamon Design Inc. The firm is a multidisciplinary design company that has become known for creating stylish and well curated interiors. They provide complete bespoke residential design services throughout Toronto Ontario, the GTA, Cottage Country, Chicago, and Los Angeles.
jessicacinnamondesign.com
@jessica_cinnamon_design
ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY
“EXCEPTIONAL
75 FT X 549 FT RAVINE LOT”
Stunning High Park residence perched on the banks of Grenadier Pond! Rarely available 75 ft x 549 ft premium lot boasts a beautifully renovated 2-storey family home. Custom eat-in kitchen features an oversized island with porcelain countertops & back splash and stainless steel appliances. This fabulous space opens to a warm & functional family room with gas fireplace and a walk-out. Open concept main floor offers a formal living & dining room, a sun-filled office and a powder room. Primary bedroom retreat has a gorgeous 5-piece spa inspired ensuite and a private walk-out to enjoy your morning coffee! Three other bright & spacious bedrooms and the main bathroom complete the second floor. Professionally finished lower level with a separate entrance to a fully equipped in-law/nanny suite. This level is perfect for additional living space! Other notable features include upgraded light fixtures, new hardwood floors in kitchen & primary bedroom and herringbone Calacatta tiles in foyer. The landscaped grounds offer breathtaking views and a piece of serenity in the city! Private and direct access to skating & canoeing on Grenadier Pond year-round! Conveniently located minutes to Lake Ontario, High Park, Bloor West Village, shopping, trendy dining and great schools! $5,888,000
Cue the COLOUR
By Designer Kate Davidson | www.kateandcodesign.com
Colour is the most common, yet equally the most misunderstood and misused element in the decorating toolbox. While colour is often considered just a “background element,” as a designer I can’t stress the importance of colour enough. It expresses personality, affects mood and inspires different activities, from eating to conversation to work. In order to understand how colour can be used and what it can achieve, let’s start with the basics.
The primary colours are where it all begins. That spectrum of stunning shades all starts with various combinations of yellow, blue and red—the most basic of the bunch, yet arguably the most moving.
Yellow has a warming effect; an instant “merry-maker” that stimulates mental activity. For these reasons, yellow is an ideal choice for kitchens, living areas and offices. Yellow stands out before all other colours when placed against a black backdrop. It immediately has that “wow” factor, but when overused, yellow can have a disturbing effect.
Blue is the cool, calm and collected of the primaries. It may even lower blood pressure and heart rate, and is thus often used in bedrooms, living rooms and lounging areas. Gentle blues also make for an unconventional yet subtle neutral colour that goes beyond your basic beige. Alternately, rich blues like “peacock” can create a regal look. But beware the moody blues!
Photo by Jason Hartog
ALWAYS CONSIDER ADJOINING ROOMS AND HALLWAYS WHEN CHOOSING A ROOM’S COLOUR PALETTE . FOR THE SAKE OF CONTINUITY AND GREAT VISUAL FLOW THROUGHOUT YOUR HOME, YOU GENERALLY WANT EVERYTHING WITHIN VIEW TO BE IN THE SAME COLOUR FAMILY.
Think about how you’ll use the room, who it will be used by, and how you want people to feel when they’re in it.
Last but not least, red is too hot to handle for some. This bold, fiery and intense hue evokes passion and warmth, and is right at home in both traditional and contemporary environments. But due to red’s hefty visual weight, it is often used in small, measured doses as an accent colour.
Another colour-palette consideration is fixtures. Finishes should be incorporated into your colour plan, not left as an afterthought. Trending ahead now lighting, matte cabinet hardware and plumbing fixtures using in black and dominating interiors into the year ahead.
To some people who don’t know any better, colour is basic. To others, it’s just the beginning. Follow your heart to hues—and a home this New Year—that are a true reflection of you.
KATE DAVIDSON , is the founder and principal designer of Kate + Co Design. For more than a decade the multidisciplinary interior design firm has been providing complete residential and commercial design services throughout North America. Kate + Co is known for creating luxurious livable interiors.
