Image: Interior Design by Sam Sacks / Photography by Lauren Miller
There’s a specific, almost cinematic moment in life when you come downstairs one morning and realize everything is exactly where you left it. The dishwasher hasn’t been emptied by someone capable of chipping plates simply by looking at them. The sofa is finally free of mysterious handprints. Your nice linens can come out of hiding.
Designer Sam Sacks calls this liberating stage “the party years.” Her renovation of this early-2000s Toronto townhouse—Project M—is a celebration of that exact moment: a time of reclaiming your home, hosting with ease, and living with the quieter luxury that comes once your children have flown the nest.
This renovation isn’t just a cosmetic refresh. It’s a transformation tailored to a new lifestyle, rendered in marble, brass, plaster, and architectural detail.
A Cinematic Entrance
The foyer sets a chic, understated tone. Light dances across dark hex-tile floors, creating movement and depth. Matte black double doors with soft arched glass panes anchor the entryway. A sculptural chair, an oil portrait, and a single fern form a serene, curated vignette—minimal yet deeply intentional.
A Living Room Defined By Curves And Calm
Image: Interior Design by Sam Sacks / Photography by Lauren Miller
The living room leans into earthy richness and texture. A bronze velvet sofa invites you to sink in, while shearling-covered armchairs add warmth and dimension. The marble fireplace—with its dramatic veining—serves as a functional art piece.
Panel molding and a sweeping brass pendant introduce architectural rhythm, resulting in a space designed for conversation, long evenings, and effortless hosting.
Steel And Glass Doors That Transform The Home
Image: Interior Design by Sam Sacks / Photography by Lauren Miller
One of the home’s most memorable features is the soaring powder-coated steel and glass doors that separate the dining room from the sunken kitchen. These aren’t simple dividers—they’re architectural punctuation.
The arched upper panels add a whisper of European elegance, while the slender black mullions keep the aesthetic fresh and modern. The entire composition elevates the home’s flow and light.
A Kitchen For Gathering And Lingering
Image: Interior Design by Sam Sacks / Photography by Lauren Miller
Image: Interior Design by Sam Sacks / Photography by Lauren Miller
Warm oak cabinetry, storm-kissed marble, and brass hardware give the kitchen a sense of tailored luxury. The palette is refined and cohesive, striking the perfect balance between modern functionality and timeless beauty.
A Powder Room That Gleams
Image: Interior Design by Sam Sacks / Photography by Lauren Miller
The powder room is small in scale but bold in personality. A hammered brass pedestal basin commands attention, glowing warmly against Venetian plaster walls. Globe sconces flank a sculptural oval mirror, creating a space that feels indulgent, intimate, and full of character.
A Bedroom Built For Rest
Image: Interior Design by Sam Sacks / Photography by Lauren Miller
The primary bedroom softens the home’s deeper tones with plaster walls, linen bedding, and sculptural lighting. A blush-toned overhead fixture adds a gentle warmth. The result is a space rooted in serenity—ideal for unwinding after evenings spent hosting or simply savoring the quiet.
For mor inspiration, check out:
Why Project M Succeeds
Sam Sacks understands that great design reflects the chapter of life you’re living now. For homeowners entering the party years, this townhouse offers:
- a restrained palette of marble, brass, warm woods, and plaster
- architectural features that elevate everyday living
- spaces designed for connection and celebration
- a sophisticated atmosphere rooted in craftsmanship
Above all, Project M is a home that welcomes, invites, and marks the beginning of a new, beautifully earned era.
Discover more from Decoholic
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
