The design gives it so much natural light. You would think it would be dark and gloomy looking inside. I'm impressed.

@timvance3551

Жыл бұрын

does it even say where the house is?

@HouseWinchester1874

Жыл бұрын

True, but wouldn’t it get very hot in summer?

@reginafromtexas2314

Жыл бұрын

@@timvance3551 10:02 She shows a book, "Historical Atlas of Toronto", which has a floor plan of the original home.

@JeffMathias

Жыл бұрын

Eventually Toronto is mentioned. These are common in Amsterdam.

@IamLaniya

Жыл бұрын

It doesn’t look dark or gloomy from the outside though. It looks like there’s tons of natural light even from the outside.

It's interesting, from the outside, because of all of the glass, I expected it to be very modern inside. I was pleasantly surprised by how warm and homey it felt because of all of the wood and furnishings that she chose. I really liked her aesthetic. And though I'm not huge fan of so much glass, I could see how in this home it's necessary, otherwise the home would feel very dark.

@nunyabiznes33

Жыл бұрын

I wonder how this could be adapted for a more tropical climate. Like, a different kind of glass or something?

@MegaBanane9

Жыл бұрын

@@nunyabiznes33 glass with an infrared reflecting layer on the outside does a lot to keep a house cooler in the sun, by only letting in the "useful" light

@leDespicable

Жыл бұрын

@@MegaBanane9 Maybe also a more simple solution: outside blinds. Many European countries utilise them to keep their homes cool in the summer, and it's incredible how much they help to keep the temperature down

@MegaBanane9

Жыл бұрын

@@leDespicable yes, we have them too (in Germany), but I was referring specifically to the case of still letting ample light in while blocking heat

I just love this house so much. What a great use of space. Really makes you think that we could have a lot more housing if we used this style of build here and there. Very cool!

@SonOfGod0600

Жыл бұрын

A family could never live there. This is for 2 adults at most

@readygi

Жыл бұрын

same here.. the house is so charming and magical and so is this lady

@ajfstrom

Жыл бұрын

If zoning rules were loosened, you probably could

@toffee1234100

Жыл бұрын

@@SonOfGod0600 so? Many families are not composed of kids. Which is also one of the reasons why considering a huge house with many bedrooms as a standard market staple is idiotic

@stefanielozinski

Жыл бұрын

I would prefer this to the shoebox condos that are constantly being built! Use of space makes such a difference.

Being in elevated spaces makes me feel safe, so I love that this house has so many levels and stairs. Super cozy looking, like an adult treehouse!

@rocko5766

Жыл бұрын

I so want my adult treehouse 🥰

@vminhope3040

Жыл бұрын

Described this perfectly.

This house is actually an architectural achievement in how it achieves so much functionality in such a small space, while still feeling full of life. It's surrounded by natural light as it travels between the two sides of the house throughout the day right out of Frank Loyd Right's school of thought. And it includes a full kitchen and bathroom. Really spectacular.

@jamesr1703

4 ай бұрын

Frank Lloyd Wright

3 bathrooms actually makes a lot of sense in a small house like this. if you wake up in the middle of the night, you surely wouldn't want to have to run down to the basement!

Such a cool and unique home! When I saw it from the outside I thought it would have to be very cramped but I actually really liked the design and all the different levels and the great use of light. This home looked like a beautiful nest. You don't get that nest like feeling if you have too much space around you. That's why I really liked this one.

@eberbacher007

Жыл бұрын

hight is the key here,

@sentosaco

Жыл бұрын

@@eberbacher007 plus the use of mirrors and other reflective materials. its very well done

@ungoyone

Жыл бұрын

Bet you anything that if you hang out there for a day it'll feel cramped. Great design but dimensions are dimensions. Also wondering what lens they used to film with.

@sentosaco

Жыл бұрын

@@ungoyone 11mm 😂

@ungoyone

Жыл бұрын

@@sentosaco Haha exactly the length I used for interior shots.

Jessica is so lovely! It's no wonder her house is too.

I just love this house. Truly. I will fall asleep tonight imaging i live in it.

As a pipe fitter's younger brother, I think exposed copper pipes are the way to go

Kudos to the architect and her personal taste. It could easily have been claustrophobic instead it manages to be warm and cozy. I'm getting exhausted just thinking about those stairs but still, for such a narrow house and only having light from the front and back, I'm impressed they made it so light and cheery.

@APG-fu6gk

Жыл бұрын

She definitely has an eye for spatial arrangement and it is impeccably decorated. For me it would be like living in an upscale bowling alley 😂

This lady reminds me of my aunt and I love how excited she gets when she explains one of her fancy vintage objects, you can really tell this is her forever home

@jenm1

Жыл бұрын

The clothes hanger thing is goated

@TubBunnyChews

Жыл бұрын

It better be or I'm going to snatch it from underneath her

@sarasamaletdin4574

Жыл бұрын

This is great for a single person, but if you would have family such a narrow house would make it more difficult to live together. But it does seem pretty ideal Josie for a single person, lots of rooms with different functions but not too big rooms so you don’t feel too isolated or have to clean too much! And I assume she could move her vintage objects!

@riogrande5761

Жыл бұрын

Well, until she's unable to climb stairs. Some forever homes take into account mobility so are single level.

@mrmrmrcaf7801

Жыл бұрын

Forever home plus five levels do not add up , this goes until 65ish. After that you think about old age, sell and move to "Florida" 😂

Tall ceilings can make a small place not feel cramped. Nice layout.

I think it's gorgeous, had I had the money, I would have jumped at this. I don't know but I love small, quirky places and this has a whole heap of them!

@xpsxps1339

Жыл бұрын

It calls personality, lol! I so much agree with you. The lady owner has a sensitive, artistic personality and it fully reflects in her lovely house. Well done - the architecture, structure, design, and even locality; I love everything about this house - one of the most charming I've seen on YT.

I am so envious. This home has SO many spaces, and re-imagines what any person needs. Every level offers new light, new clever ideas and a new usage opportunity.

I wish more builders and architects in Australia would build houses like this, this house has everything you need in a small footprint but is overall still 1400 sq ft, so still a sizeable home. These are the types of designs that should be taught to potential apprentice builders so the future of housing is more cozy and less wasted spaces. I love it. Also potential for more cost effective housing and more of it.

Nice 😊 if I lived there, I'd never leave!!

This is the most fascinating home I have seen in quite a while. I love everything about it including it's original history.

I’m sure I’m not the only person who thinks this would be an incredibly popular AirBNB!

It's a gorgeous home. It looks part tree house, and part yacht interior.

I'm not a new kid but that vintage clothes hanger just floored me. Why aren't those everywhere?

It's beauty in the eye of the beholder. So thoughtfully designed and I love it furnished with items that are quaint. A place with soul.

@vminhope3040

Жыл бұрын

This is an amazing house. ❤ Totally my style.

this house is very cute and “cat like” i could imagine walking to the top story and feeling very cozy and safe

I actually love this house. The balconies and the reading spot/library/dining area. Surprise! It has a basement and backyard! That’s one of the better kitchen layouts for a narrow space. Where you have the option to add a narrow, movable island, rather than cabinets on each side.

@oaktharas

Жыл бұрын

So you’d pay a million bucks for this house 😂

It appears cozy to me at the first glance. It's also a perfect place to have a cat.

That vintage clothes rack is one of the coolest things ever!!

I’m closing in on my retirement and I’d like to move from Minnesota to a warmer climate, but the prices on homes are stupidly ridiculous and Mortgage prices has been skyrocketing on a roll(currently over 7%) do I just invest my spare cash into stock and wait for a housing crash or should I go ahead to buy a home anyways

@marcelrobert9569

Жыл бұрын

Most people are unable to handle a fall since they are accustomed to bull markets, but if you know where to look and how to get around, you can profit handsomely. It depends on your entry and exit strategy.

@obodoaghahenry9297

Жыл бұрын

@@jamesvigor6409 She has excellent credentials and an outstanding occupation. Hence, I swiftly copied whole name and typed it into my browser. I'm curious to discover why she is so busy, and despite the fact that she has unquestionably good credentials, I nevertheless schedule a meeting with her.

Ok, so I´ve seen my share of narrow houses on KZread, but this one is first that really feels... homely... and that I would actually like to live in. Great use of space. 10/10

Saw the neighboring bay and gable towns and knew it was Toronto 🥰 This has the same charm as tiny house. Who knew it was width that made them that interesting. Love all the wood and natural light. The open staircase makes possible to live there without feeling claustrophobic. Must be fun to live in such a unique house!

@77cns

Жыл бұрын

I recognized the garbage bins! lol

@BrentsTreehouse

Жыл бұрын

@@77cns I recognized the Toronto property tax bill in her office lol...but yeah, lots of Toronto cues.

@OntarioTrafficMan

Жыл бұрын

I recognized the No Stopping sign in the thumbnail

When I saw the glass front of the house I was concerned about privacy, but she's handled it so beautifully while maintaining a phenomenal openness in the interior. The entire property is gorgeous!

This house is an absolute gem. What a dreamy place to call home! Not only the style of the actual house, but all the furniture and accesories truly make it beautiful.

@LavenderLarge

Жыл бұрын

Or just stand on the steps to access it? Seems fine. You might be overthinking this.

It's adorable.

Her downstairs bathroom is amazing! The office is cool too. Obviously this isn't for everyone, but it's a beautiful home and actually looks like there is a good amount of living space.

this is great for any lil house let alone one from the 1800s, wow, really well put together and the design an placement looks really good.

It's more square meters than my 3-floor house, it is so inventive made. I fell in love with it the moment she said it is 5 floors, but actually, it is more. The light is stunning. It has all, a balcony, an outside space, 3 bathrooms, and the kitchen is so spacious. I would swipe house with her any moment.

This is my dream house. Also it reminds me of when I make a stunning item and can’t keep it. Like why wouldn’t the person who built this place keep it. This video is very amazing at the same time.

I lived just around the corner from this house many years ago and always wondered what it looked like inside. Just gorgeous!

@FackingPREP

Жыл бұрын

What part of the world is this house in?! I'm so curious about how much it would sell for now a days!

@Strawbebbyy

Жыл бұрын

@@FackingPREP it’s in Toronto. I would say it would sell for a few mil. Even houses in the core that are on the verge of being condemned sell for a mil and change here.

I can see where this would be a very comfortable home for one person. It is quite lovely because you can see parts of other rooms from almost any point in the home. The wood and the white walls and the white kitchen and the light blue bathroom are all just beautiful! Narrow homes must work well since someone has lived there for over a century!

A nice bath and a nice bathroom, scattered through the house. I would never regret living in such a house.

Love this. The design, layout and the windows for natural lighting. I can't do that many flights of stairs anymore but if I was young I would enjoy living there. Thanks Matt and Danielle 🙂❤

@ExploringAlternatives

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the video Cathy! For sure all those stairs aren't for everyone but the design and history of the house are so interesting! We also had a great day visiting and getting to meet Jessica :)

Love that vintage clothes hanger! I thought it was a piece of art...lol

This is absolutely my favorite home so far. So comfortable and homey and not at all cramped. So many houses are cute but look so uncomfortable and inconvenient. This one actually looks very livable and even more than most could ask for.

What a nice place to live

What a cool house! Looks great for one person.

I just absolutely loved her style and her resourcefulness. The use of thrifted items, historical ones, and the practical feel this home has -- it wasn't designed only to look good, but to be functional for real people. I love that she showed how she hangs clothes to dry, discussed the need for toilets, and the challenges of really living there. This feels very real and cozy, and I think it was a wonderful way to take advantage of the space! Brava!

It looks big enough for me & yes, I’m buying the compartmentalised idea of it…..so comforting in many ways!

It’s so gorgeous!! I’m in love with this house holy moly!!!

Personally, I like to have bigger open spaces in my home, so before watching this video, I wouldn’t have thought that I would actually like this house. Both the previous and the current owners should be proud of what they have done with the place. Also I think that the fact that you have to use the stairs just to enter another room could be a solid selling point. And wow, a backyard AND a balcony! Plus, that balcony is bigger than mine, and same with the kitchen, and I live in a city apartment. Great house, cozy home!

This just seems like the perfect size. Not too small and not too large. It looks like a cosy home

As someone who lives alone in a small apartment, I think this would actually be plenty of space and very comfortable! What a cool, quirky place!

Possibly the coolest house I have ever seen; the book room is my favorite too.

Amazing design

This house looks so warm and cozy. I don't understand why people want these void of personality minimal mega mansions when you can have something so simple and nice like this.

This is amazing I love cosy houses and this is cosy for me

It’s a lovely house, it’s such a good use of space. Lots of great light.

It's a beautiful house.

I cannot navigate physically in this house, but I do enjoyed the tour! You would never expect so much! Love this.

So much functionality and charm is inside (and outside) this unique property!

I’m so in love with this home 😭

I absolutely LOVE this place!

I actually love this home, super super cozy.

Love it. Kinda like a fun metro treehouse

I love the house. I feel like every room feels warm and coizy.

Super cool space, and wonderfully realised. Thank you for sharing

I'd stay in all day. Lovely

Drying clothes !! Yes! So often ignored ... but soooo vital !

BRILLIANT little abode. ❤

Very spacious for such narrow house.

the wood makes it just gorgeous!

Beautiful house

my dream house. ive passed it many times and always wished i could see inside.

This house is so cool, like I legit wouldn't mind to live in this house.

Yes! It is very boat-like. A very creative use of space. Looks cozy.

Love that sink/toilet combo in the bedroom. So efficient in space and water usage!! Why don't more of these exist!

@jenniferp1917

Жыл бұрын

And yet, they have a separate sink in that bathroom- struck me as odd

I really love this house!

You are the perfect person for this house and you did a great job with the interior, I like absolutely everything about it!😢

Love this home. It is so interesting.

I love spaces like this

Looks very cozy. House boat, tree house, tiny house, all good ways to describe it.👌

I LOVE this house and what you have with it is amazing

That place is great … very funky … very artsy ..

What a great house! I'm so glad the house has found an owner who appreciates it and the woman has found a home to love her.

YOU'RE A GENIUS!

What a beautifully designed house!

I love this cozy, functional, amazing home with all the separate rooms on many floors and 2 outside spaces to enjoy in nice weather. I can easily understand the owner being very happy to own this property.

That is so well designed

one of the coziest houses ever. id love to live here

What a charming home!

The glass an the stair case and the sun roof is a game changer. Truly unique and facinaitng house

I kinda love this 😮. The stairs are rough but doable!

Love the vintage clothes hanger thing

I’m always impressed with someone who lives in the small house or that kind of narrow house in this case. They can arrange and adjust their space effectively and efficiently.

A beautiful and unique home. Thank you for sharing.

Love ❤️ this house the corky layout everything

Wow! Very creatively managed space. Surprising how airy it looks inside.

Interesting house in so many levels. Looks comfortable and beautiful too in so many levels.

Very pretty and cozy feeling. 8' wide isn't bad at all. Obviously the same as most tiny houses. I love that she has all the shelves mounted to the wall to give the eye more floor space. And I love that tub by the window.

This is one of the cleverest designs I’ve seen in a looooong time.

I think it's beautiful!

This is delightfully cozy, much more warm inside than the mostly glass facade would have led me to believe it would be. Space to space it seems tight, but overall it does not feel too claustrophobic, and i feel like two people could live here comfortably without tripping over each other all the time