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Penthouse at the Candy Factory Lofts by Johnson Chou

By Eric Meunier

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Toronto-based studio Johnson Chou designed the interior of this penthouse situated in the Candy Factory Lofts in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Penthouse at the Candy Factory Lofts by Johnson Chou:

“Situated in a turn of the century candy factory, this 2,700 square foot loft penthouse suite was one of Toronto’s first residential adaptive re-use projects of its kind.

The owner, an avid sportsman with a penchant for traveling to remote areas to camp in the wilderness, requested a residence that evoked, within an urban context, a sense of the landscape he loved so much.

Capitalizing on the generous ceiling heights on the first level of the loft, the spaces are linked by many variations in level, the architectural promenade manifesting as ramps and steps evocative of the outdoors. With ebony wood veneer panels the ground floor comprising of kitchen, living, dining, study / guest quarters and ensuite is intentionally dark and chiaroscuro.

Accessed by a bird-cage / tree-like spiral stair, the second level by contrast is bright and airy as if one were to reach the top of a tree. With spectacular views of downtown, a large deck with dining and lounge areas is envisioned as an extension of the master bedroom.”

Photos courtesy of Johnson Chou

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About Eric Meunier

Currently the Owner and Chief Executive of HODYO Design, Eric Meunier's expertise in the design industry spreads over 20 years. He was the driving force behind HomeDSGN's early success, founding this website in 2011. Today, he loves to channel his passion for design into remodeling houses and transforming interior spaces with his keen eye for detail and architectural finesse. Learn more about HomeDSGN's Editorial Process.

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