RAVINE HOUSE

On the edge of a Mississauga ravine, Orangeink Design transforms a 1960s bungalow into a light-filled, luxurious retreat. Where preservation meets innovation, every corner celebrates nature, family, and refined living.

Photography - Scott Norsworthy

Photography - Scott Norsworthy

 Perched above the forested banks of Lornewood Creek in Mississauga, Ravine House is a masterclass in architectural reinvention. What was once a modest 1960s bungalow has been transformed by Orangeink Design into a 4,620 sq ft light-filled sanctuary that balances heritage, modernity, and the serene beauty of its natural surroundings. Winner of the 2025 Architizer A+ Award, the home is a testament to how careful design can make old structures feel timelessly new.

Photography - Scott Norsworthy

Stepping inside, the house immediately unfolds as a story of space and light. Original walls were removed to create an open VOL 8 ISSUE 1 plan main level, where living, dining, and kitchen areas flow seamlessly. Varied ceiling heights and abundant daylight amplify the sense of volume, while a 140 sq ft living green wall and a freshwater pond breathe life into the interiors, forging a quiet dialogue between inside and out. The fireplace, now a sculptural anchor, and the new staircase aligned with the entry introduce rhythm and focus, guiding residents through the home’s layered spaces.

Photography - Scott Norsworthy

Outside, the home’s connection to its ravine setting is equally poetic. Conservation restrictions prohibited traditional extensions, but clever design created intimate outdoor pockets:a cantilevered four-season patio floats above the forest floor; a treetop rooftop deck crowns the primary suite, offering sweep ing views and a secluded retreat; and an elevated front board walk with reclaimed brick walls defines a welcoming courtyard. Each intervention celebrates light, shadow, and the changing textures of the landscape, bringing a sense of wonder to every day living.

Photography - Scott Norsworthy

 The interiors blend warmth, tactility, and luxury. Black wood siding, Bulthaup kitchen cabinetry, and a STUV fireplace are juxtaposed with generous glazing that frames the ravine beyond. Recycled Burma teak and brass accents weave continu ity and texture throughout the home, while curated artworks, VOL 8 ISSUE 1 statement rugs, and bespoke furniture in muted tones of beige, grey, and black add layers of refinement. Every surface, every detail, feels intentionally considered — a subtle nod to the home’s mid-century origins without compromising modern comfort.

Ravine House is more than a renovation; it is a reimagined lifestyle. It is a home where sunlight streams through living green walls, laughter echoes across open-plan spaces, and private moments are framed by treetop vistas. It shows how thoughtful architecture can transform a familiar structure into a sanctuary that feels at once luxurious, natural, and pro foundly alive.

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