Building a little house on the lane in Hastings-Sunrise came with a clear mandate: modern construction methods required by code, but a result that belongs completely to its century-old neighbourhood. The exterior form answers that challenge directly — rather than the flat planes typical of new infill homes, this 1,200 sq ft home has the nooks, crannies, and layered rooflines of a house that looks like it has always been there. Inside, the same thinking carries through. Trim, mouldings, and both interior and exterior detailing are matched to the character of the surrounding homes, while the finishes and appliances are entirely high-end throughout. The result is a fully independent two-bedroom, two-bathroom home with an enclosed garage — ownership separate from the main house, and a quiet addition to the lane that the neighbourhood didn’t know it was missing.


