This front and back duplex on East 20th Avenue on the north side of Vancouver’s Riley Park neighbourhood reinterprets a familiar gable form with a contemporary envelope of light coloured shingle style cladding, black framed windows, and warm wood soffits that add depth and texture along the street. The massing steps down to the ground level to support family sized living, with an upper level balcony tucked beneath the main roofline and generous glazing oriented to maximize daylight, while a fully enclosed front yard terrace defines private outdoor space and a clear entry sequence for each residence.