The inventive reconstruction of a tiny home into an ethereal urban refuge was built sustainably and economically to allow a longtime resident to remain in her tight-knit community. The complete transformation of this unassuming single-storey worker’s cottage in Toronto’s historic "Tiny Town" turned a run-down house into a luminous pandemic refuge. The client is a retired schoolteacher living on a…
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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…
There are several emerging bathroom trends that are expected to become increasingly popular in 2023. From high-tech features to eco-friendly designs, here are some of the top bathroom trends to look out for in 2023. Smart Bathrooms With the rise of smart homes, it's no surprise that smart bathrooms are becoming more common. From motion-sensor lighting to voice-activated temperature control,…
Furniture design and style play a crucial role in the overall interior design of any space. The choice of furniture can greatly impact the look and feel of a room. It can set the tone for the overall aesthetic. From contemporary to antique, there are countless furniture styles to choose from, each with its own unique design elements and characteristics.…
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…
Bathroom decor is an essential aspect of any home. It adds to the overall ambiance and style of the living space. The bathroom is a private space where we spend time every day, and having an aesthetically pleasing. Functional bathroom can make a significant difference in our daily routines. Let's talk about some of the key aspects how it can…
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…
The CAPO project, located in the Charlevoix region of Quebec, proposes an architectural approach that privileges the body’s movements in space. The residence roots itself in the site’s specific quality: a rocky cliff, perilous and at the limits of habitability. The project The CAPO project is designed according to a pre-existing organic path of circulation on the perilous site, initiating…