Tasteful Fusion: Vivacious Remodeling of 1880s Montreal Row House

Transforming a traditional row house that dates back to 1880 into a contemporary home that serves the needs of a modern family is a task that requires a careful balance of form and function The space available is indeed limited, creating another dimension to the design conundrum, and it does take a hint of creativity along with an understanding of the building’s past to get the best result. Located in the neighborhood of Pointe-Saint-Charles in Montreal, Canada, the Grand Turk is a project that showcases how one can turn an old row house into an intriguing modern masterpiece full of whimsical elements!

Bright accent wall in yellow stands out in the black and white interior of the Quebec home

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The exquisite remodel was carried out by MARK+VIVI, and the revamped interior serves both as a cozy home and a spacious studio for designers Mark Fekete and Viviana de Loera. The limited 1,100-square-foot interior across two levels features a pleasantly captivating blend of contrasting styles that range from the industrial to the minimal. Contemporary décor is carefully combined with antique pieces, vintage elements and rustic surfaces, even while stitching together a home that feels both eclectic and chic.

Remodeled interior of the 1880s row house in Montreal

Exposed wooden beams, bookshelves and art work give the interior a distinct character

Staircase in yellow and penny tiled flooring delineate space inside the vivacious, remodeled row house

Chalkboard wall in the kitchen along with a tiny island clad in reclaimed wood

Chalkboard wall and sliding door hide the tiny bathroom on lower level

Salvaged material from the remodeling of the 1880s home used to add quirky, industrial elements

Some of the materials from the original home were removed and reused in the form of unique, weathered décor pieces and accent surfaces that celebrate the rich past of this beautiful row house. Pops of color such as the yellow accent wall in the living area, dark chalkboard wall in the kitchen, and vintage Coca-Cola signs in the bedroom enhance the air of playful joy indoors. With new metallic bones and classic 19th century charm, this is a house that leaves you mesmerized with its sheer ingenuity!