What $1,850 Will Get You In Toronto | Sweet Digs | Refinery29

[@tastePINK]

This space is absolutely breathtaking. The design, the textures, the accents!!! So very well executed!! I love that she’s being conscious, intentional and sustainable!! YES!! Also, YESSS to her husband building such gorgeous furniture! LOVE THAT FOR HER!!!

[@sophial.6633]

It’s so cool how her husband builds stuff for her. She hit the jackpot with him lol.

[@Naturefan354]

I know and I thought my husband was handy! The furniture he built is so exquisite

[@johncrowbatty2000]

Being a young black creative who is stepping into her adulthood this content is actually SOOOO INSPIRING.thank you so much for this... her home is sooo beautiful

[@Rooted_Locs]

Good for her...that house is probably well over 900k in value now

[@raziamoe]

900 for a one bedroom? Damn I thought sydney was expensive..

[@Naturefan354]

@@raziamoe I heard Toronto is Soo expensive to live now

[@danielleclarke2804]

@@raziamoe Toronto is super expensive. I live outside of the city but work downtown Toronto. A house like hers would probably sell for 1.2 million at least. I'm trying to save as a single woman for a pre-construction condo and I make decent money but it's impossible 😪

[@ChandraNYC]

@@raziamoe It's two bedrooms, they are using one as an office.

[@GuidanceGoddess]

It’s worth at least 1.2 mil, plus if it was listed for 900k the way the Toronto real estate market is it would be bought way over asking.

[@selinab.robinson165]

She’s so lucky she got into the housing market, in THAT neighborhood for that price!! Toronto real estate in not a joke.

[@jones2277]

your husband is a gem. it's so wonderful that he supports your vision instead of trying to discourage or defeat you. your home is beautiful.

[@lexierenard4874]

This house is STUNNING! I adore the caramel / wood tones with the white. The Junction was one of the last semi-affordable neighbourhoods in Toronto. So glad you were able to restore this treasure of a house.

[@shan22777]

shes had almost everything you see given to her for free.... Shes a famous influencer. Companies give them tens of thousands in free stuff cause they can promote it online. Hence why IKEA sponsored this and sent her everything lol

[@jacquelinele9170]

@@shan22777 she bought the house before becoming an influencer. Also influencers still have to work to get "free" stuff

[@abbie2299]

Wow, those stairs are so unique and definitely not for everyone, but they fit the space so nicely!! Love her style!!!

[@shrads5335]

Her husband built her the entire kitchen and it looks stunning. I guess it wasnt ready when this episode was shot but if you are following her on Instagram you ll know about it. Lovely episode btw .

[@godgift2earth]

What's her instagram

[@shrads5335]

@@godgift2earth thishouse5000

[@shweeleigh1616]

Still hasn't shown the side with the sink so it's not done yet.

[@Naturefan354]

Wow and I thought my husband was handy! I can't believe he built such beautiful furniture from scratch

[@5footnothing89]

400k IN THE JUNCTION?! omg I'm gonna cry haha. What I would give to rewind to 2015 and buy before Toronto became unlivable. Congrats to her the place is gorgeous.

[@rebeccamaracle2878]

I know, this place would be 800k-1 million now, at least

[@no.reply_]

Her home is amazing, one of the best homes on this channel

[@amandajohnson4428]

This is an absolute labour of love. Every room is thought out. It’s airy and seems like a nice place to unwind each and every day. The stairs scare me. Great job to you and your husband.💕

[@mistybloom3]

This place already looks so stunning! She and her husband have an amazing eye for being able to transform this space into the gem it is right now. I'd love to be able to see the few rooms that aren't complete yet in the future (part 2??). Its also so inspiring to see a black woman be so amazing! Wishing her the best on her journey ♡

[@colleenreid2429]

SCREAMING ..... I love this woman! Found Elena on Instagram awhile back and I am in love with her house. It’s an honour to have toured her home in this way. Also, thank-you Elena for being honest and letting us know the hardwork that went into you and your husband being able to purchase your home. Sometimes, it can be discouraging especially as a young couple with a young family in Toronto! Refinery29 keep these amazing episodes coming!! xx

[@oceanlover1318]

Her place is truly stylish comfort. Every single plants seems to be strategically placed, and her husband’s carpentry is fabulous.

[@FinancialFlexWithLexPodcast]

14 SECONDS IN AND HER PLACE IS A LITERAL DREAM!!!!

[@scotia4715]

Elena and her place tried their best, but the cat is the main character.

[@creamychickenramen4538]

This might be my most favorite sweet digs!! Her home is beautiful!! The decor just gives off bright homey vibes. She also hit the jackpot with her handyman husband! Love their home!!! Her aura is so sweet and calming ☺️

[@kemicecormier5687]

The color palette, textures and custom made, environmentally sustainable pieces makes your home a winner.

[@TK-up5dy]

I hope one day Elena and Bob the Builder have their own show where he builds and she designs.

[@shireenriazikermani1894]

Yes to this space! But big no to the misleading title from Refinery29. Even if her house payment is $1850 (is it?), all she mentions is the $400K price tag of buying the place and all the renovation they did. This place is fabulous. There is no reason to do the bait and switch.

[@yogaqueen1527]

I wondered that This is her home. They make it seem like she pays that a month

[@ActuallyAstin]

Mortgage???

[@cheyenneburgess9717]

This is the mortgage.

[@Les_lee]

I feel like they do this alot.

[@Immaculately.vibing]

Exactly

[@rhysennin]

You and your husband have created a serene and beautiful home. It doesn’t have a lot of color, but all of the textures and unique designs make it so appealing. I love the way you have presented it. Very honest and straight forward. Thank you.

[@marjorievelasco9087]

The energy your home brings is immaculate

[@Agathaabc]

Love love her style and how she kept natural wood throughout the house love ittttttt

[@northcat1569]

Everything about this home is so beautiful, I’m in love. She made me fall in love with the bright and white/off-white aesthetic because she made it feel unique and warm with her different tones and fabrics and textures 💕

[@justinericketts1434]

Love seeing Sweet Digs in Toronto

[@lexierenard4874]

Yes - I hope they end up doing every neighbourhood here!

[@Carlyon100]

Love love your living space: it is a symphony of organisation, textures, fabrics, colour palette, eco choices, patterns, and materials which sing beautifully together and exude peace, comfort and elegant style.

[@bellstran8]

omg I love this lady! love her calm way of speaking and explaining her pretty house

[@deniseokanlawon9412]

I love this home the art and the cabinet her husband made is gorgeous it's just lovely.

[@afterdark26]

The whole interior if the house itself looks like a page out of an Ikea catalogue but better AND looking beautifully pleasing. Good job Elena and her husband 👍🏼😉

[@panamaveggie]

Loved this home tour and how owner/creative Elena kept bringing up sustainability. Beautifully decorated to maximize the light-bright-clean feel. Refinery29 please go back and show us the finished kitchen. Thank you.

[@katehipkin1039]

Wow! It's so beautiful! A completely cohesive look and feel and all the natural light is amazing. Of all the places the cat could have sat and snoozed - the little sofa complimented his/her fur perfectly!😻 Also, the pieces made by the husband look so professional! A really happy home. 🌞

[@refinery29]

+katehipkin Thanks for stopping by to watch!

[@louiseevans617]

Oh I LOVE Elena so much! Gosh their house is just incredible. Every single detail is just stunning! And imagine how good it would feel knowing they made it a beautiful, cozy home by themselves all from scratch! Just amazing!

[@refinery29]

+louiseevans Thanks for leaving a positive comment here!

[@LauraRodriguez-Peace]

Lovely! 🧡 Warm, cozy, welcoming, clean, bright, cheerful, homey and beautiful! Well done! 🪴 Thanks for sharing your gorgeous space with us!

[@denzelellis8470]

LOVE all the Toronto videos lately. Such a crazy market! As a young person this is so helpful’ and aesthetically pleasing.

[@RowanMorrissy]

Elena is one of my absolute favourite content creators! I love that you toured her house! She makes me miss Toronto and the Junction now that I live in Halifax, NS.

[@AKchannel0]

I love Elena, Bob the builder, & cats!! That’s doorway is my favorite

[@greenteawithmochi]

That coffee table in the living room is AMAZING! The design definition of movement!

[@kerleishajones]

Stunning! I love how she emphasized taking her time to get what she wanted

[@xcavation123]

I am obsessed with this! Such a calm energy from her too! Love! You need to start dropping the socials for the ppl you're featuring on this channel!

[@patriciapatricia3586]

This is a beautiful house! I loved everything about it. And you have a great fashion sense as well Elena!

[@LynnIPoor]

Your home is so beautiful!!! So warm and esthetically pleasing....really stunning. This is the best home I've seen on this series. Love it!!!

[@patriciapadilla3590]

I absolutely LOVE your space. Beautifully done.

[@ronne209]

Cannot stop watching this video!!!! This house is INCREDIBLE!!! SO DAMN TALENTED!!!!! AMAZING JOB!!!!! Explain and describe everything so well where it makes me want to redo my place!!

[@brooklynnpauline]

Wow! This aesthetic is stunning! I love her style!

[@jodiejemmott]

I love Elena and her content on instagram!! Her home is so beautiful, so inspiring 💖✨

[@letsmaketacos]

What’s her ig?

[@jodiejemmott]

@thishouse5000

[@gsong78]

Same!

[@inchargeofthegirls]

One of my favorite spaces all-time

[@jusletursoulglobaby]

I want to say this while stomping up and down... OMG THE ENTIRE SPACE AND LAYOUT 😍😍😍 so incredible

[@jasminerossette]

The art pieces are so cool! Love all the neutral colours, feels so cozy and calm!

[@sheshosha]

400K in the Junction 😂😂😂 you can’t even get that in Barrie in May of 2021!!!

[@ttoronto6956]

Congratulations Elena! We live in the Junction as well and what you guys have done with your home is exceptional!👏🏼👍🏼 What an awesome dream team you guys are!

[@smartinez943]

So beautiful, love the decor style! The neutral colours and textures make it so cozy.

[@ambrosia417]

This house is absolutely stunning. I can feel the energy in the space from the free-flowing staircase to the neutral tones. Thanks for featuring. You've given me inspiration for the townhome I'm moving to in July!

[@angeljohnson234]

I love everything about this house. They have a great eye. Just beautiful.

[@rebootresetrevolution7904]

One word...STUNNING.

[@OneVeronique]

Beautiful 🤍🤎🤍 The aesthetics 🥂

[@GradKat]

What a fabulous place!! I think I just saw my dream home. And she’s as beautiful as her house.

[@anitavirginillo]

Gorgeous - only thing I'd change is painting out the black brackets on the staircase, white.

[@goldenlabelstudio]

Gorgeous…I love the consistency of color choices and textures. It’s a beautiful home!

[@niamaelazzab2204]

One of the most beautiful houses I’ve seen

[@Tiff-vi9kx]

Wow. This has been my favorite one so far. Beyond gorgeous.

[@claudemariechampagne1349]

Very nice place, you have!!! I love how bright and full of light it is! VERY COZY AND HAPPY!

[@jessicaopiyo]

This is the best space in this series thus far. I thought Nike's was it but this is a banger. It's her own designs and what works for the house. Love the colour pallette, everything. 🥰🥰

[@toocoolforeverything]

this is my dream home. absolutely beautiful and peaceful!

[@RebeccaDhillon]

Everything is cozy and elegant down to the wall art

[@Shantased]

GREAT JOB BEAUTIFULLY BLESSED MR&MRS THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING

[@carolynek1875]

I just love your place so much and ..I love that you reuse furniture your house is so homey and beautiful just like you

[@margotexplainsitall]

This home is STUNNING! WOW

[@jb7974]

One of the cutest homes that I have seen in a long time❤️

[@ABetten86]

She did such a a great job! Love love the house!❤❤❤

[@ivaniahlberg9027]

Oh! I loved it 🥰!! So beautiful, so cozy!! It inspired me. Thank you!!

[@amandagosio]

This is my dream Toronto home 🥺💕

[@yennakitten]

Yesssss we love Elena and Bob!!!!

[@danielleclarke2804]

Absolutely love this space! It's clean, airy and the tones are gorgeous 😍

[@HalaKhalaf]

Elena I am such a huge fan!!!! Your home is perfection, every single thing in it has obviously been chosen with love and so much thought and it’s all just perfect! One of my absolute fave Instagram accounts

[@chrrislowe9919]

What a BEAUTIFUL home! Amazing job. You can feel all the effort they put into their space to make it truly theirs

[@deborahlundy6892]

I love this house but I would want a banister that leads to the second level. But it's so beautifully decorated to my exact style.

[@drejaa5466]

I’ve never been this early! She’s also a queen

[@diarramonetpayne]

Absolutely beautiful work!

[@th3azscorpio]

These Toronto digs are freakin fire! I love her style, and sense of design taste. Mid century modern, with some rustic, and bohemian flair. Warm neutral colors to keep everything nice and cozy, but it also helps what few brighter colors really "pop", and contrast. Great sweet digs!

[@refinery29]

+th3asscorpio Thanks for watching!!

[@KCNwokoye]

Gorgeous thank you for sharing.

[@cramperella]

The cat 🐈‍⬛! Gorgeous ! Lucky kitty. Beautiful home!

[@zinetteleader8980]

OMGGGGGGG Your home is AMAZING! I love love love your style. Totally unique, warm and clean. YASSSSSS sis! And the equity!!!! wow. Well done.

[@ldalton7879]

Love everything about this place except those dangerous stairs without railing, but of course I’m 70😂

[@cgurl]

No you’re right!! They aren’t even to code. They will have to add banisters when they sell

[@AL-bv7jt]

I’m 48 and just looking at those stairs gave me anxiety.😳😬

[@libbyeaglin251]

I’m 21 and I was scared but I agree everything is beautiful though

[@RooHue]

I knew I recognized her! Love her, love her content, love her home💖 BLACK EXCELLENCE ✨💛

[@impactfully5714]

What a beautiful home. Love The Junction. My old neighbourhood.

[@investedfemelle7564]

Gosh! This space is breathtaking

[@Terenia531]

It’s absolutely beautiful.

[@DoJoStan]

Wow what a deal for $1850!

[@IndigoCosmic]

I love her home, it's absolutely gorgeous I just wish that there was some variety throughout the house with the colors.

[@JDeseree]

So beautiful, her & the house lol❤️❤️❤️

[@spark0girl]

OMG Elena is the person who got me into home decor 💕💕. I followed her on Instagram before I decided to take a social media hiatus and she’s one of the only instagrammers i actually miss. So great to see how everything progressed

[@Alcox88]

Elena is the GOAT ✨

[@rllyrebecca]

The unethical stairs still get me everytime 😂😂

[@kathrynjones8773]

YESSSSSS, came her from IG and this did not disappoint! You guys are killing it girl!

[@jeffreylocke]

Amazing! Nicely done Elena & "Bob".

[@marthachavez8907]

Love every corner of your home Elena!! Specially the stairs, totally a fan of the clean open look of them!

[@sakinahabdul-jaleel]

LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! ONE OF THE BEST SWEET DIGS EVER!!!!

[@xsta-eu3oy]

One of the best houses I've seen on @sweet digs

[@refinery29]

+xsta0828 Thanks for hanging with us!

[@sherriallen6033]

What a stunning home! You guys have done a beautiful job! I hope your hubby has a furniture business. He does amazing work. I hope you and @refinery29 will show us the bathroom/tub add-on and finished kitchen. Sending love and good vibes your way!! ❤️🙏🏾❤️