# Artfully Inspired Home Renovations Reflect Architecture Designs the North Drive House in Toronto By Amy Duong | Published 2024-04-09 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/north-drive-house References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/24124163/maxxxine-trailer-release-date-a24-mia-goth) & [reflectarchitecture](https://www.reflectarchitecture.com/)  Canadian design studio [Reflect Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/newgen) takes on a home renovation project in Toronto -- the [North Drive](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-bridges) House is updated to cater to a new generation of the same family. The main focus was to incorporate the extensive art collection into the family. The firm's principal, Trevor Wallace was tapped to elevate the space by forming a connection between the art and space in a seamless manner without disrupting the existing layout. Wallace speaks about the design concept, stating "The idea of [living in a gallery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-hills-residence) was always important to the owners, but the critical distinction is that they didn't want to live in a museum. This is a family home above all. The owners have always imagined that their kids would one day look back on living here and think it was pretty cool that they were playing soccer or running around inside what felt like an art gallery." Image Credit: Doublespace Photography ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 23% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Art-inspired Home Renovations:** Opportunities arise for design studios to seamlessly integrate art collections into residential spaces, creating a unique living experience. - **Gallery Living Concept:** Designers explore creating homes that resemble art galleries while maintaining a family-friendly atmosphere, offering a new way to showcase art within living spaces. - **Embracing Art in Architecture:** Architects focus on incorporating art into architectural designs harmoniously, blending functionality with aesthetic appeal for a modern living experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Interior Design:** Interior designers have the opportunity to revolutionize home renovations by emphasizing art as a central element in residential spaces. - **Architecture:** Architectural firms can delve into the realm of gallery-inspired living designs, creating innovative spaces that cater to art enthusiasts and families alike. - **Art Curation:** Art curation businesses may explore partnerships with architecture and design firms to offer expertise in integrating art collections seamlessly into residential projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Precisely Designed Toronto Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-point.md) - [Redesigned Desert Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palm-springs-residence.md) - [Renovated Victorian Toronto Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flow-house.md) - [Charming Home Renovation Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/works-office.md) - [Juxtaposing Retro Cottage Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drew-mandel-architects.md) - [Nature-Merging Geometric Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neville-park-residence.md) - [Pavilion-Style Art Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galeria-house.md) - [Artist-Based Residential Museums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charles-pachter.md) - [Stealthy Modern Toronto Penthouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/40-ph.md)