![This home is clad in pre-treated kiln-dried wood siding to exude warmth and texture, while a prefinished standing seam metal roof adds a contemporary element.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-house-architecture-wood-siding-170224-1149-01.jpg)
NEO Architecture Inc. has shared photos of a contemporary home they completed in Ontario, Canada, whose design was inspired by the verticality of neighboring Victorian homes.
The extruded gable form is a tribute to the architectural motifs of the past while blending it with modern elements to create something for today’s living standards.
![This home is clad in pre-treated kiln-dried wood siding to exude warmth and texture, while a prefinished standing seam metal roof adds a contemporary element.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-house-architecture-wood-siding-170224-1149-02.jpg)
The recessed front and rear facades complement the streetscape, while playful window projections on the side facade add depth and visual interest.
![This home is clad in pre-treated kiln-dried wood siding to exude warmth and texture, while a prefinished standing seam metal roof adds a contemporary element.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-house-architecture-wood-siding-170224-1149-03.jpg)
![This home is clad in pre-treated kiln-dried wood siding to exude warmth and texture, while a prefinished standing seam metal roof adds a contemporary element.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-house-architecture-wood-siding-170224-1149-05.jpg)
The home is clad in pre-treated kiln-dried wood siding to exude warmth and texture, while a prefinished standing seam metal roof adds a contemporary element.
![This home is clad in pre-treated kiln-dried wood siding to exude warmth and texture, while a prefinished standing seam metal roof adds a contemporary element.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-house-architecture-wood-siding-170224-1149-04.jpg)
Inside, the main floor is dedicated to open-plan living spaces, with the dining room located off the entryway and overlooking the street.
![Inside, the main floor of this home is dedicated to open-plan living spaces, with the dining room located off the entryway and overlooking the street.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-home-foyer-170224-1200-01.jpg)
The kitchen, with its black and white cabinetry, is positioned between the dining room and the living room.
![The kitchen, with its black and white cabinetry, is positioned between the dining room and the living room.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-black-white-kitchen-170224-1204-01.jpg)
The living room is located at the rear of the home and is defined by the wood slat accent ceiling, while a large sliding door opens to provide access to the backyard.
![The living room is located at the rear of the home and is defined by the wood slat accent ceiling, while a large sliding door opens to provide access to the backyard.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-black-white-living-room-170224-1204-01.jpg)
Wood stairs with perforated black metal railings connect the multiple levels of the home like the second floor offers which has a luxurious master suite and two additional bedrooms. The third level houses a versatile attic space and boasts two outdoor terraces for enjoying the surrounding vistas.
![Wood stairs with perforated black metal railings connect the multiple levels of the home](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-black-wood-stairs-170224-1204-01.jpg)
![Wood stairs with perforated black metal railings connect the multiple levels of the home](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/modern-black-wood-stairs-170224-1204-02.jpg)