The Rockcliffe residence of the Pakistani high commissioner was built in 1929 and acquired by Pakistan in 1949. Its modified Georgian style features deep red bricks on the exterior and spacious rooms and generous halls inside. (Photo: Ashley Fraser)
The smaller dining room, which sits next to the larger one. The residence’s quiet elegance is heightened by deep, white mouldings and panelled wainscotting. (Photo: Ashley Fraser)
High Commissioner Khan says one takes a picture when a car goes by in Rockcliffe Park because it’s such an event in the sleepy neighbourhood. (Photo: Ashley Fraser)
Khan stands on one of the intricately designed carpets, handmade by Pakistani families. (Photo: Ashley Fraser)
Art in the spacious living room includes two large paintings by the late acclaimed Pakistani artist Sadequain. Between the two paintings hang framed samples of calligraphy. (Photo: Ashley Fraser)
The main dining room, with a display cabinets and two large paintings depicting traditional scenes from Pakistan. (Photo: Ashley Fraser)
A quiet corner in the smaller dining room with statuary and books. (Photo: Ashley Fraser)