Urban Living by Design
Condominium Interiors – Academic Interior Design Project
Client: Academic Studio Project
Project Type: Residential Interior Design Study
Location: 177 Front Street East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Date: April 2024
This academic project explores the interior design of condominium units within a mixed use residential tower located at 177 Front Street East in Toronto. The study focuses on understanding spatial efficiency, daylight integration, and contemporary urban living within compact residential environments typical of downtown Toronto developments.
The design organizes the interior through an open plan configuration that connects the living, dining, and kitchen areas into a continuous spatial sequence. Large window spans extend along the main façade, maximizing natural daylight while visually linking the interior spaces to the surrounding urban context. Each unit also includes a balcony that extends the living space outward and enhances the relationship between interior and exterior environments.
Material selections emphasize a contemporary residential palette composed of wood finishes, neutral wall surfaces, and modern furnishings. Careful consideration was given to furniture layout and circulation in order to demonstrate how compact condominium spaces can remain functional, comfortable, and visually organized.
The design study was developed using SketchUp to explore spatial arrangements, interior proportions, and furniture configurations. Final visual presentations were produced using 3DS Max with the V-Ray render engine, creating detailed renderings that communicate the spatial atmosphere, lighting conditions, and material qualities of the proposed condominium interiors.
Design Themes
- Academic exploration of urban residential interior design
- Open plan living spaces maximizing daylight and flexibility
- Balcony integration extending interior living outward
- Contemporary material palette suitable for modern condominium living
The project demonstrates how thoughtful interior planning and material selection can enhance spatial quality within compact residential units while responding to the demands of urban living in Toronto.
