Location: Streetsville, ON
Client: Indwell
Final Construction Cost: $12,500,000
Architect of Record: Invizij Architects
Project Team: Emma Cubitt, Camilo Avendano
This project is transforming a formerly derelict group home, comprised of two historic houses, into new affordable supportive apartments. The design responds to intensive engagement with local neighbours, heritage advocates, and local civic leadership. The new three-storey addition compliments and repurposes two mid-1800s brick houses into a cohesive program with 40 independent studio units (including 10 barrier-free units).
The development includes the existing two-storey houses, a three-storey addition, and a partial basement. Other features are shared common spaces, a third-floor patio, and landscaping with indigenous plantings. The entire development will be built to rigorous Passive House standards resulting in a low carbon footprint, increased comfort and reduced utility bills for tenants. The site is one block away from the heart of the Streetsville BIA and walking distance to the GO station and many other amenities.
