Discovered in 2020 the land located on a peaceful lake in Lanaudière was its owner’s ideal location to build their cottage. "Ghoche architecte" was commissioned to design the project and to oversee the construction, which was completed in May 2022. Integrated into the environment, modern, bright, and warm - these were the initial premises of the cottage intended for the…
Of a site on the edge of a Laurentian lake, this private residence is anchored and embedded on a sloping lot. The deployment of the volumes allows for a varied relationship with the landscape, offering panoramic and plunging views of the lake, of a tree, a wooded area, or the rocky cliff. It serves as a real observation post of…
Devil’s Glen is located on the Bruce Peninsula. It's a few hours north of Toronto. The design process began with an on-site picnic, where a discussion focused more on the natural elements of the site rather than the building. That conversation inspired the ethic of the project to come. The design began with two fixations. One having the house sited…
A sculpture of wooden cubes as a home for a family by Appels Architekten This family home expresses its inner life its context of seasons, light, and surroundings in a simple architectural figure. It distinguishes between private rooms and a generous open space for daily family life. All private rooms are composed of a sculpture of wooden cubes. Between them, the…
Lighting fixtures are an essential component of interior design, as they serve a practical purpose while also adding visual interest and aesthetic appeal to a space. The right lighting fixtures can transform a room from a dull and lifeless space to a warm and inviting oasis. What about the importance of lighting fixtures in interior design, the different types of…
Oakhill is a single-family residence conceived by local architect studio, Matière Première Architecture. Designed to seamlessly integrate with the surrounding maple tree forest. The home faces eastward on a gentle slope. A wetland area to the east forms a natural clearing. While a rock outcropping to the west creates a steeper incline, shielding the residence from both dominant winds and…
Axolight, a lighting design company presented the new lighting solutions that go beyond the classical style conventions with their unusual shapes, and bring a breath of new air into the sector of lighting technology. Clearly inspired by abstract trends, Manifesto is a wall and ceiling lamp created by the Finnish designer Timo Ripatti. It is entirely made of metal with…
JMW architects and NVA interior design have realized the Modest Family Home in the center of Vlijmen. With a modest appearance on the facade, the house blends in with the surrounding village character. However, the new layout ensures optimal use of light and space The house has been designed to have an understated and modest family character, but also to…
The new owners of this 1950’s property aspired to renovate and revitalize the cottage into a 21st century home the A-frame cottage. Located near Montréal this unique structure sits on an evergreen forest, nearly touching the water. The owners engaged with a resourceful local architect studio Matière Première Architecture. The architects designed a series of spaces that promote its juxtaposition with the…
After 18 years, Canadian design studio Reigo & Bauer has relocated from bustling Toronto to greener pastures in rural Ontario. Founders and partners Merike and Stephen Bauer saw the possibilities for enjoying a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle among the natural beauty while remaining in close proximity to the city. Also - new professional opportunities presented by a fresh and different…