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Nuno Ferreira and Joana Quiterio went from renting a one-bedroom, 700 sq. ft. condo to having a laneway home designed by Solares.

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The kitchen is designed with an open-concept flow in mind.Nanne Springer

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The Trinity-Bellwoods laneway house owned by Nuno Ferreira and Joana Quiterio and designed by Solares Architecture.Nanne Springer

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The front entrance allows for plenty of light to reach even the darkest recesses.Nanne Springer

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Storage in the bathrooms allow for plenty of amenities to be tucked away from view.Nanne Springer

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A faux brick backsplash also adorns the bathrooms.Nanne Springer

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A skylight allows for natural light to reach the stairwell.Nanne Springer

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Thick glass rails help with the light throughout the home.Nanne Springer

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A faux brick backsplash was installed in the kitchen.Nanne Springer

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The bathroom features plenty of storage space.Nanne Springer

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Thick glass stair guards were used in lieu of pickets.Nanne Springer

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The laneway home was built without having to remove mature trees.Nanne Springer

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Every room in the home benefits from the natural light provided by large windows or skylights.Nanne Springer

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