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EPISODE
208 - Leather District Lofts - Boston, Massachusetts
Boston’s Leather District was once
the home of abandoned tanneries just waiting
for demolition. Today it has become one
of the trendiest loft neighbourhoods in
Boston. Our first loft is a tribute to a
bachelor’s lifestyle. This large space
incorporates old tanning machinery in the
bedroom and office. It also includes a raised
platform for the black felt pool table and
a bar in the center of the space for parties.
Our second loft is a smaller space full
of do-it-yourself projects and fascinating
antiques that all come with a story. Then
we head across the street to the fifth floor
loft of two young artists who have left
no corner untouched by their creations and
collectibles.
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EPISODE 209 - Queen West Lofts - Toronto,
Ontario
Our first loft is in the Little Italy area
of Toronto. The owners of this space have
taken a modern but eclectic approach to
loft living. A kitchen masked in molded
stainless steel, exposed brick walls, and
an original fire door complete this rustic
space. In our second loft a young, professional
couple have added a touch of Victorian charm
mixed with modern elements to create a warm
and inviting space. Then we visit a dentist
with all the right moves. This young professional
has created an art Gallery in his loft using
four main elements - wood, stone, metal
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EPISODE
210 - Clocktower/Oriental Warehouse Lofts
- San Francisco, California
The Clocktower lofts were once home to
the Lithographic Company that printed the
classic California fruit box labels. In
the early nineties the building was transformed
into the largest live/work loft project
in San Francisco. In our first feature we
see how a couple have transformed the landmark
Clocktower of this historic building into
a multi-level loft. Our second feature is
located in the Oriental Warehouse. The core
of the original building was destroyed by
fire but developers managed to salvage the
exterior walls and build a new structure
within. The loft is a split level space
with stained concrete walls, a picturesque
courtyard and a library with a view. Then
we return to the Clocktower and meet an
interior designer who has created a live/work
loft with a floating living room, a hideaway
desk and a murphy bed that transforms into
a dining table.
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EPISODE 211 - Brush Factory/Leather
District Lofts - East Hampton/Boston
Our first loft is a charming space built
in a former brush factory at the foot of
the Berkshire Mountains of Western Massachusetts.
The space incorporates 20 foot ceilings,
enormous industrial windows, and exposed
brick to create a warm country setting that
includes a bench swing suspended from the
rafters. Then we take a short drive to Boston
where we visit a Mediterranean oasis complete
with Corinthian columns, a free flying bird
and furnishings from around the world. The
third loft, located in the same building,
is more like a museum of modern art than
a home. It includes some truly original
works from local artists. |
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EPISODE
212 - Tribeca/Water Tank Lofts - New York/Hamden
In this episode we begin in New York’s
Tribeca district. The first loft was created
by an architect who used inexpensive everyday
materials to create a space that has a high
end look and feel. The second loft is a
modern space that includes massive glass
doors, original steel riveted posts, a large
stainless steel kitchen and a free floating
glass enclosed office space. Then we leave
New York and visit Hamden, Connecticut to
check out a beautiful loft that sits high
on a hill. There we meet with an architect
who turned an old water tank into a bold
and dramatic loft.
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EPISODE 213 - TV Props Warehouse/Niagara
Lofts - Toronto, Ontario
Our first two spaces are located in a former
television props warehouse. This remarkable
building has been transformed into 110 original
loft residences. The first is a luxurious
3,700 square foot corner unit. Originally
two lofts, this space was re-designed into
one and includes two entrances, a massive
kitchen, an imported stone fireplace, a
large open concept master bedroom and an
elevator that lifts the owners to their
rooftop getaway. Down the hall, our second
space is a modern loft that includes a spectacular
staircase that leads to the roof and a fireplace
that is made of large strips of interwoven
stainless steel. Then we head to the Annex
area of Toronto to visit a penthouse loft
where a woman runs a Shiatsu Clinic. Using
soft tones and comfortable furnishings,
this woman has created an atmosphere that
puts her clients immediately at ease. |
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