Curb Appeal Etobicoke - ISSUE 05 • 2023

63 Edgehill Road, West Toronto

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ISLINGTON HEIGHTS

Exceptional home with exquisite transitional Georgian architecture, high-end finishes & unparalleled craftsmanship offers luxury, comfort & convenience in a prime location. Spacious foyer w/ formal dining room & beautifully wainscoted living room w/ a servery. Custom chef’s kitchen & open concept family room w/ gas fireplace & walk out to enormous deck overlooking private backyard makes entertaining a breeze. Situated in a top school district & walking distance to shops, banks, amenities & close proximity to HWY’s & airport.

KINGSWAY

3+1 bedroom ravine lot bungalow in desirable Glen Agar! Perfect for first-time buyer or builder looking for a prime piece of land! Primary bedroom features large window that showcases the picturesque ravine views. The backyard is a true oasis, perfect for gardening & relaxing with family & friends while enjoying the privacy of your ravine lot. Close to all amenities, including shopping, schools, parks, HWY 427/401 & TTC.

GLEN AGAR

3+1 bedroom ravine lot bungalow in desirable Glen Agar! Perfect for first-time buyer or builder looking for a prime piece of land! Primary bedroom features large window that showcases the picturesque ravine views. The backyard is a true oasis, perfect for gardening & relaxing with family & friends while enjoying the privacy of your ravine lot. Close to all amenities, including shopping, schools, parks, HWY 427/401 & TTC.

EDENBRIDGE

PROVEN STRATEGIES THAT WORK TO GET YOUR HOME SOLD

30 Kings Lynn Road $4,950,000

A Kingsway custom beauty on premium 50’ x 140’ west-facing lot on one of The Kingsway’s most sought-after streets, 2 blocks to Grenview entrance of Royal York subway, shops, Vintages LCBO, dining & pubs. 4500 SQ.FT. of glamorous living space, built to the highest standards. Magnificent custom features including Marana kitchen combined with Great Room overlooking private garden, centre island & Butler pantry. All bedrooms with ensuites, everything built to the highest standards. 7 car parking & double free stand garage with solid wood doors, plus studio in rear offering many possibilities! 20 minutes to financial/theatre districts & airports, near some of Toronto’s best golf!

40 White Oak Blvd

This one ticks all the boxes! Fabulous Kingsway location, 4 spacious bedrooms, glam primary ensuite, open concept kitchen/family room, mud room, powder room, fully finished lower level, inground pool & hot tub! And that’s not all! It’s a hop, skip & a jump to subway, library, Bloor St. dining, pubs, shops, cinema, Rec Centre, skating & parks & all the wonderful things this family neighbourhood has to offer! Great schools, charming & just big enough!

54 Sheffley Crescent

$1,649,000

Solid as a rock, this sun-filled & proud Richmond Gardens 4 bedroom boasts the best for family living. West-facing pool-size lot, eat-in kitchen, primary ensuite, gleaming hardwood floors, double garage. Popular school district, near shops & future LRT direct to downtown Toronto. Bring a can of paint, fill the yard with laughter & make it your dream home!

26 Burnhamthorpe Park Blvd

$1,699,000

Build, expand or renovate to your heart’s content! Quaint 2 storey, on a spectacular lot in the most coveted pocket of Islington Village, waiting for you to make it your own. On a tree-lined street that winds along Islington Golf Course. A prestigious location near schools, village shops & dining, walk to subway & nearby trails.

389 Quebec Avenue

$1,599,000

Opportunity knocks for a lifelong investment on tree lined street, prime Junction location! Very sweet, with tons of personality, this detached 2 1/2 storey, presently 3 separate units, is in excellent condition. Many possibilities…renovate & convert to single-family, owner occupy one unit with income from 2 units, continue as investment income. 3 kitchens, 3 baths, each unit has its own laundry. Large professionally landscaped garden. Walk to transit, shops & some of Toronto’s best dining, not far from UP Express, takes you direct to Pearson Airport & Toronto Union station, financial/entertainment hub & Scotiabank Arena. Don’t miss out on this!

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14 IT’S ALL BLACK & WHITE 8 VEGAN ROMESCO ROTINI

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A Twist

ON A CLASSIC SPANISH SAUCE FOR PASTA DISHES

THIS TAKE ON ROMESCO,

THE A SPANISH SAUCE MADE WITH ROASTED RED PEPPERS AND FINELY CHOPPED NUTS, IS ULTRA-SMOOTH AND CREAMY THANKS TO THE PLANT-BASED ROASTED RED PEPPER CASHEW DIP.

“Don’t add oil to pasta water to prevent clumping or boiling over,” says Michelle Pennock, executive chef for the President’s Choice test kitchen. “Instead, add salt to your water for flavour, rather than having the pasta become slippery and making the sauce run off.”

Freeze the leftover canned tomatoes in a freezer bag or airtight container for up to three months and use later in soups, pasta dishes or sauces.

VEGAN ROMESCO ROTINI

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 10 minutes

Toast

DIRECTIONS

STEP ONE: Bring 4 litres (16 cups) water to a rapid boil. Add pasta. Stir occasionally until water returns to a boil. Cook until al dente or tender but firm, about 8 to 9 minutes, adding frozen peas during the last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking time. Reserving 1-cup cooking liquid, drain.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb (454 g) rotini

• 1 cup (250 mL) frozen peas

• 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp (90 mL) unsalted natural (skin-on) whole almonds, toasted

• 1 pkg (200 g) PC plant-based roasted red pepper cashew dip

• 1 cup (250 mL) canned whole plum tomatoes (with juices)

• 1/4 cup (60 mL) olive oil

• 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt

• 1/4 cup (60 mL) smoked paprika

• 2 tbsp (30 mL) fresh parsley, chopped

Serves: 6 newscanada.com

STEP TWO: Meanwhile, pulse 1/4 cup toasted almonds in a blender on high speed until finely ground. Add cashew dip, tomatoes with juices, oil, salt and paprika. Blend, scraping down the side, until smooth sauce forms. Set aside. Chop remaining 2 tbsp toasted almonds for garnish; set aside.

STEP THREE: Return pasta mixture to saucepan off heat. Stir in sauce and 1/2cup pasta cooking liquid, adding more if necessary to coat pasta and reach desired sauce consistency.

STEP FOUR: Sprinkle pasta with chopped almonds and parsley. ◆

Nutritional information per serving: calories 450, fat 14 g (2 g of which is saturated), sodium 390 mg, carbohydrates 68 g, fibre 4 g, sugars 6 g, protein 15 g

whole almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring or shaking often, until light golden and fragrant, about 6 minutes.

CHEF'S

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5 Bedroom ~ 25´ x 100´ Lot With South Exposure

Quiet Cul-De Sac In Sought After School District

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SOLD

‘The Kingsway’

3+1 Bedroom ~ 2 Bath ~ Main Floor Family Room

Lower Level Addition Has Structural In Place For Second Story

Renovate/Rebuild On This Premium Large 45´x140´ Lot

Steps To LKSchool & Park ~ Baseball, Pool, Tennis, Skating Rink...

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Executive LEASE ~ 4+1 Bedroom On RAVINE

Executive LEASE ~ ‘Hampshire Heights’

4+1 Bedroom ~ 3 1/2 Bath ~ Backing Onto RAVINE

Gracious Principal Rooms ~ Tasteful Design Layout

Optional Ground Floor In-Law/Nanny Suite Or Home Office

Spacious With Oodles Of Storage ~ Coveted School Catchment Area

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63 EDGEHILL ROAD , WEST TORONTO

Welcome to 63 Edgehill Road, an exceptional family home in a prestigious neighbourhood, surrounded by mature trees. Featuring 3+1 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and extensive renovations throughout, this property is perfectly suited for families seeking suburban peace close to incredible amenities.

This is an extremely rare opportunity to own a home on the most prestigious street in West Toronto, and live in one of less than 20 houses on the highly coveted ravine side of the road.

This property is one of the most unique on the street, as it backs onto James Gardens and is adjacent to the historic property of Edgehill House and its stunning park setting.

The street features a dramatic tree canopy and a quiet winding road, in a picturesque setting lined with the most beautiful homes in the area.

The home has been extensively renovated by the current owner and features four walk-outs, expansive windows, skylights, unique front-to-back vantage points, as well as a balcony, making it light filled with unparalleled visibility to nature.

$7,590,000

MAGNIFICENT STONE RESIDENCE OVERLOOKING THE HUMBER RIVER

A private Toronto estate property located on one of the most coveted and secluded streets in the area. Set on a spectacular, south facing 130 by 301 ft ravine lot with breathtaking views, it’s like living in a park. Unsurpassable interior and exterior detail. Excellent for entertaining and for family living. Unbelievable sunsets. Canoe or kayak from a private docking area. Steps to subway and Bloor West Village. Minutes to Financial District, Pearson and Billy Bishop. Truly a once in a lifetime opportunity.

IT’S ALL BLACK & WHITE

By Designer Amanda Shields

AS A DESIGNER, I LOVE WORKING WITH BLACK AND WHITE AND AS A HOMEOWNER, I LOVE LIVING IT. BLACK AND WHITE ARE POLAR OPPOSITES, BUT AS THEY SAY, OPPOSITES ATTRACT. THIS HIGHCONTRAST MOTIF BRINGS THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS – DARK AND LIGHT, MOODY AND FRESH, COMPLEXITY AND SIMPLICITY. THERE’S A GOOD REASON THIS COLOUR COMBINATION HAS BEEN TRENDING THROUGH THE DECADES. ACTUALLY, THERE ARE A FEW.

IT’S EASY

Scrolling interior influencers in your social media feeds makes the job of decorating look easy, but for many it can be a real challenge. Black and white are the ultimate neutrals, making them super versatile and thus, easy to work with. Black and white go with every other colour scheme, from bold, vibrant hues to soft pastels, any material and metal. Aside form its easy-going nature, black and white pieces are also easy to source on the market, with almost every product and option available in these standard hues.

IT’S VERSATILE

Black and white translate into any aesthetic style, whether classic, contemporary, minimalist or over-the-top. And while certain decorating trends can show their age as fashions come and go, black and white is essentially timeless, giving your décor longevity in the rapidly changing world of interior design. Then, as new trends take hold, it’s easy to give your home a quick and cost-efficient refresh with some accessories in the trending colour of the year.

IT POPS

Against a white backdrop, black accents really stand out. The neutrality of black and white makes them an ideal backdrop for other hues and patterns, too, such as a blackand-white living area with small but impactful hits of blue or yellow. Whether you are working with just black and white, or you’re adding other hues into the mix, consider the 60-30-10 ratio, which dictates that 60 per cent of the room to the dominant colour like white, 30 per cent to a secondary colour like black, and the remaining 10 per cent to the accent colour.

CHOOSING A FOCAL POINT

What is the first thing you see when you enter a room? It could be an architectural feature, such as a fireplace or a big bay window with a great view. Alternatively, the focal point might be the main piece of furniture, like the dining table and chairs. Identify the main focus in the room, and then add some oomph with a hit of black.

IT MAKES A STATEMENT

Black and white can be used strategically to effectively highlight notable features and focal points in the home. Picture a white room with a bold, black fireplace, black-painted window casings and trim. If you’re not sold on this level of commitment, consider wallpapering a black feature wall behind your headboard, or invest in some large-scale paintings featuring black. Then, tie the motif back to the room with some black accessories and a lighting fixture, to create a cohesive look.

PUTTING PRINCIPLES INTO PRACTICE

Adding black to a white room can be as simple as swapping out cabinet hardware and plumbing fixtures in the kitchen and bathroom, painting your trim and doors, and adding lighting and accessories.

While white has always been a mainstay on the home décor scene and especially so throughout the last decade, black is often overlooked when choosing interior colour palettes – but frankly, it’s one of my favourite go-to’s. While some people are initially intimidated by this bold motif, working in black and white is easier than you might think. It just takes a little know-how! ◆

www.amandashieldsinteriors.com

AMANDA SHIELDS is the Creative Director and Principal Designer for Amanda Shields Interiors. The design firm is known for and focused on creating stylish, approachable, family focused interiors.

Photo by Mike Chajecki

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