Exterior of East Van Residence by SM Studio

The Pool Was a Priority. So They Dove Into the Details

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The 514-square-foot garage (with Darren’s studio) is adjacent to the alley at the rear of the property, with views into the nearby park. It connects to the main house via a private courtyard. "Being in the city, we wanted to feel like there was a sense of privacy and quiet, which you don’t always get," says Monika. The garage is covered in the same exterior Hardie Panels as the main house, and also has a green roof.