Hart House – Hart Design Studio

About this design

  • Type: Addition (Laneway)  
  • # of units: 1
  • Square footage: 1,226 sq. ft. 
  • Lot size: Small lot (approximately 30 ft. x 110 ft. or 3,300 sq. ft.) 
  • Estimated cost of construction: Starting at $575,000 (2024 estimates, subject to change)
  • Design ID: DL006

Every part of Hart House was designed with charm in mind. With its smaller footprint, the design can easily fit on most smaller property lots. Hart House can also be modified and combined to create multiple units, reminiscent of English Country row houses.

The design features an open concept on the main floor with options for customization. The main floor hosts a living room with a fireplace, a setup that's both inviting and spacious. It's connected to an open dining area and a kitchen equipped with an island that seats three, and a powder room. French doors lead out to a covered patio, extending your living space outdoors. The second level offers 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms. The design can also be adapted to include a Basement level that could have a garage with a den. 

The Hart House is a blend of traditional aesthetic with the practicalities of modern design, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a home that's both charming and functional.

How to use this design 

Prospective clients should email or call Meaghan to express their interest in purchasing the Plan. A fee proposal will be created for any modifications to the plan. Additional services that can be offered include architectural design, interior design, finish material and furniture procurement, construction admin services, and rendering high-quality visuals.  

Price to license plan: $1950 

Hourly rate for additional services: Please contact the studio directly for a fee proposal with fixed quote for additional services. 

  • Minimum lot size: 30’ x120’ 
  • Lot characteristics suitable for design: 
    • The design can be modified for lots with or without lane access. The design can also be modified for sloping lots. 
  • Parking requirements: 
    • The laneway home is designed narrow so that on larger lots parking can be located on the side. 
       

Preview site and floor plans

Additional information

Energy considerations 

The Building envelope is to use high-performance insulation, and the overall design allows for continuous insulation strategies to help reduce thermal bridging. High-performance windows are to be installed to enhance energy performance. The finish materials are to be Low-Carbon Building Materials, like Stucco for exterior siding finish. Because I'm a local designer, I can provide local sourcing of materials. The design promotes sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and occupant comfort which ultimately contributes to a more resilient built environment.

Privacy 

Entrances and window placement are predominantly  located at the front and rear of the design to maintain privacy. The patio is ground level with roof overhang and can be combined with privacy shrubs as well as the custom stone fence design for increased privacy.

Adaptability 

The design has provisions for a residential elevator to be installed. The linear stair design allows for easy installation of a senior lift chair to the second floor.

Green building and passive homes 

The design can offer advanced insulation strategies, and high-performance windows. The design incorporates natural ventilation strategies, reducing the need for mechanical cooling.

Design customizability 

The laneway house size works on all typical Burnaby lot sizes. Additionally, the design can be combined into row house design. There is also an option to add a garage below grade to the design.

Bicycle parking 

The front facade is extended to allow for bicycles to be concealed on the side of the house.

Parking 

The narrow design of the laneway house could allow for parking at the side.

Garbage storage access 

The front facade is extended to allow for garbage to be concealed on the side of the house.