If you thought Toronto’s Yonge and Lawrence area was all buttoned-up brick façades and quiet luxury, 85 Glengrove Ave. W. is here to politely (and very stylishly) challenge that assumption.
“One would drive by and immediately think that 85 Glengrove was a renovated historic home,” realtor Paul Maranger told blogTO.
But actually, it was custom-built in 2015, and when you step inside, it quickly becomes clear that this is less “classic Toronto rebuild” and more full-on designer fever dream.
Designed by architect Richard Wengle with interiors by Connie Braemer and Anne Hepfer — and brought to life by Sherwood Custom Homes — the house sits on a generous 60-by-165-foot south-facing lot, blending old-school neighbourhood charm with interiors that feel unapologetically bold, layered, and a little bit theatrical.
The foyer.
In a city overflowing with safe greige palettes and copy-paste layouts, you almost have to applaud the daring style choices.
The main floor.
The main floor alone feels like a masterclass in contrast.
The family room and kitchen.
A graphic stair runner starts things off subtly, but soon you’re greeted by an open-concept kitchen and family room with neon-pink light fixtures, wood-panelled ceilings, and a concrete fireplace that leans heavily into industrial vibes.
“Where most interior designers lean to a white backdrop, the owners and Anne Hepfer added colour, texture and a sense of fun to the family home,” said realtor Anita Rovazzi.
The fireplace in the family room.
The clash of design styles is a lot to take in — but the massive wall of windows and doors floods the space with light and blurs the line between indoors and out, grounding all that drama in warmth.
The formal living room.
Elsewhere on the main floor, things get even bolder. There’s a red colour-drenched living room that refuses to be ignored and a dining space lined with colour-coded bookshelves that feel equal parts art installation and dinner-party backdrop.
The kitchen.
Across nearly 6,300 square feet above grade — plus another 3,200 square feet in the finished lower level — the house leans hard into statement design.
A breakfast nook.
Dramatic textures, sculptural lighting, bold colour moments, and the kind of curated finishes that are unmistakably designer-driven fill nearly every corner.
The powder room.
Every room feels intentional — sometimes serene, sometimes maximalist — but never boring.
A bedroom.
Upstairs, the second floor hosts four bedrooms and three bathrooms.
The primary bedroom.
The primary suite might be the boldest room in the house with vibrant green painted trim. It also has a spa-style ensuite and dual dressing rooms.
A bedroom on the third floor.
“The house was designed for busy and large families,” notes realtor Christian Vermast, adding that the third floor with a lounge space and two additional bedrooms is perfect for guests.
The basement.
Downstairs, the lower level has a recreation room, games and cards area, gym, and a nanny’s suite (or seventh bedroom) that’s nicer than many Toronto condos.
The backyard.
Outside, 85 Glengrove Ave. W has an inground pool and hot tub, stone terraces, and an outdoor living room.
The dining room.
While not everyone is going to love this house — and some will definitely find it a little over-the-top — in a sea of cookie-cutter grey-and-beige builds, it’s refreshing to see a house that commits so fully to personality.
The primary ensuite.
One thing’s certain: 85 Glengrove Ave. W. is not a home that blends into the background.
The back patio.
The property is currently listed for $10,880,000.