Room to Grow

Old-World elegance meets modern perspectives in this sophisticated chateau designed for multigenerational living.

By Rosie Prata | Photography by Alex Rothe

Homes should evolve with their inhabitants and adapt to the rhythms of daily life—a philosophy that Lawrence Park Development’s recent design of Project Arnold perfectly exemplifies. 

Spanning 9,480 square feet and set on an estate-sized 100-by-300-foot lot, this bespoke multigenerational residence was conceived not as a showpiece alone, but as a livable family home. Recalling a French chateau, it balances classic elegance with modern functionality.

“This home was always about the people who were going to live in it,” says Lawrence Park Development’s chief operating officer Mahmoud Joghtaei. The original structure wasn’t working for the family because of its layout, which didn’t reflect how they actually lived, so the Lawrence Park Development team, together with Arcica Design Studio, came in to rethink the design with intention.

The result is a five-plus-one-bedroom residence that feels both expansive and intimate. From the outset, the architecture establishes a sense of softness and welcome. Gentle curves define the front façade and continue throughout the main floor, subtly guiding movement and sightlines.

Inside, the main foyer sets the tone. To one side, a private office wrapped in light and dark wood tones by Linx Millwork offers a refined workspace. To the other, formal living and dining rooms unfold in classic European-engineered hardwood from longtime collaborator Khayeri Flooring, laid in a herringbone pattern and bordered with straight planks for added character. “We wanted those spaces to feel timeless,” Joghtaei explains. 

The remainder of the main floor shifts seamlessly into everyday living. Wide 10-inch European-engineered planks, refined stone slabs and layers of plaster detailing create warmth through texture rather than colour. The layout prioritizes function, with multiple entry points designed to simplify daily routines. A secondary entrance leads directly into a generous-sized mudroom and private family corner, while additional access points connect the garage to both the mudroom and laundry room. Storage is abundant and intentionally accessible.

“One thing we pay close attention to is how spaces actually work over time,” Joghtaei says. “High ceilings are beautiful, but if storage isn’t reachable, it’s wasted. We made sure everything here is usable.”

At the heart of the home is the kitchen and breakfast area, designed around gathering and entertaining. Alongside cabinetry by Luxeme Kitchens, an oversized island topped with a single uninterrupted slab of leathered granite anchors the space. “We didn’t want any joints,” Joghtaei notes. “That island is one piece. It was a bit of fun bringing it to the house, but we managed to have it done,” he says, acknowledging that details like this matter. A discreet servery connects the kitchen to the dining room, while a fully equipped prep kitchen allows hosting to happen seamlessly behind the scenes.

Beyond the kitchen, the great room rises dramatically with a wall of windows by Urban Windows and Doors that overlooks the backyard. The room is further defined by 22-foot ceilings and a sculptural wall unit, clad in layered materials. From the second-floor hallway above, the room becomes a visual centrepiece, reinforcing the connection between levels. The ceiling itself is a work of precision, with prefabricated drywall details and integrated LED cove lighting installed early in the build to ensure absolute accuracy. “If you put a laser on those lines, they’re perfect,” Joghtaei says. That’s the level of care Lawrence Park Development brings, even to things most people will never notice.

Upstairs, private spaces are equally considered. Two oversized primary bedrooms and two additional oversized bedrooms feature their own ensuites and walk-in closets. The main primary suite is conceived as a wing, spanning the full east side of the home. At 1,384 square feet, it includes the bedroom, spa-like ensuite, separate his-and-her walk-in closets and a private upper-floor office. A second primary suite offers an additional 800 square feet, ideal for extended family or long-term guests.

“Multigenerational living was important,” Joghtaei explains of the layout. Parents, children and grandparents are all afforded their own sense of space and dignity in this home. On the main floor, an oversized in-law suite is tucked discreetly behind a dramatic fireplace wall, offering privacy while remaining close to shared living areas.

The fully finished basement completes the picture, housing a recreation room, home theatre, wine cellar, gym and nanny’s quarters. Together, the spaces transform the lower level into an elegant extension of daily life.

Outside, the estate reveals another layer of intention. A heated circular concrete driveway leads gracefully to the home, while tall hedging encloses the backyard, creating privacy. At its centre sits a swimming pool, flanked by a four-season cabana with a covered outdoor kitchen, designed for year-round entertaining and effortless indoor-outdoor living.

Throughout Project Arnold, craftsmanship remains the quiet constant. “We’re proud not just of how our homes look, but how they’re built,” Joghtaei says. “What goes behind the drywall matters just as much as what you can see.”

Timeless, classic and quietly confident, Project Arnold is a home intended not just to be admired, but to be lived in thoughtfully, comfortably and for generations to come.