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Key Facts

Type Single Family Residence
Levels Residential
Size -
Garage No
Taxes $17,736
Lot Size 
Approx. Age 
MLS® Number C12572668

Property Address: 31 Governors Rd, East York, ON, M4W2E9

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

31 Governors Road is a European-inspired contemporary villa designed by Francesco and Aldo Piccaluga, the award-winning brothers whose work helped shape a distinct era of Toronto architecture. Conceived of as a villa in the city, the home is a study in contrasts: privacy without loss of light, openness alongside clearly defined rooms, and natural materials set against brick and concrete. Completed in the early 1990s and cared for by only two families since, the home balances architectural pedigree & high design with remarkable adaptability. The current owner has infused elements of play and light, yet the design could easily accommodate traditional, contemporary, or eclectic sensibilities. At its core, a dramatic marble staircase anchors the flowing layout. The custom Valcucine kitchen is finished with natural stone and high-end appliances, opening seamlessly to a 600-square-foot entertaining terrace. The expansive living room, warmed by a wood-burning fireplace, is softly lit through glass block throwing light against Venetian plaster walls, creating intimacy and comfort. Upstairs, the serene primary suite features a six-piece spa-like ensuite and a walk-in closet with striking boudoir. The lower level continues the theme of retreat and versatility: a saltwater indoor pool and exercise area invite restoration, while an oversized recreation room with kitchenette can readily adapt to serve as an in-law or teen suite. Ingeniously designed moats flank the foundation, allowing full-sized windows that fill the lower level with light and fresh air. Outside, Mediterranean hues of burnt clay and soft white highlight the bold geometric volumes so emblematic of the Piccaluga Brothers work. The result is both iconic and timeless. 31 Governors Road is an architectural triumph and an enduring postmodern masterpiece in the heart of Toronto that is not to be missed.Show Description
MLS® NumberC12572668
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Central VacNo
FireplaceNo
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GarageNo
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BasementSeparate Entrance, Finished
DrivewayGarage Type:Carport
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Bedroom 2:Second Floor13.42 × 14.57 ft

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