Montreal based architecture firm _naturehumaine has completed a small residence located in Québec, Canada. Contemporary stacked volumes and plenty of natural light create an open and airy interior space, overlooking the landscape. Wood cladding and pops of colours add a youthful element without overpowering the rest of the space. From _naturehumaine: In the Rimouski region,… [Read More]
Toronto’s Interior Design Show Announces Powerhouse Speaker Lineup and 2016 Guest of Honour
We are soon approaching the 18th annual Interior Design Show in Toronto this coming January. The show celebrates the most innovative of international and Canadian design, and this year it has announced an exciting selection of internationally acclaimed designers as the first three speakers. This year’s show welcomes Tom Dixon, Ora-ïto and Lee Broom. Take a… [Read More]
Grand Trunk Revival by MARK + VIVI
Montreal based interdisciplinary design-build studio MARK + VIVI have transformed a 1,100 square foot row house to serve dual purpose: their design studio and residence. Whimsical design with raw and and industrial materials creates a unique atmosphere that seems to tell a story. The space integrates antique items found on site during demolition that add… [Read More]
Maison de Chateaubriand by Anik Péloquin architecte
Once a train stationmaster, this Montreal home fits perfectly into the surrounding landscape and environment. Anik Péloquin architecte has completely transformed the building into a contemporary home that takes advantage of the abundance of vegetation on a location that was once dominated by railroad tracks. Large floor to ceiling windows and a vibrant interior complement the… [Read More]
Holy Cross House by TBA / Thomas Balaban Architecte
Featuring a contemporary facade clad in shiny aluminum, this Montreal home conceals a three-tiered internal courtyard that lets light funnel through the entire house. Designed by Thomas Balaban Architecte in a post-war veteran neighbourhood, the house stands out of the norm without conflicting with the surrounding architecture. From TBA / Thomas Balaban Architecte: Located in the… [Read More]
J.Cho Design wins ARIDO Award for Abet Laminati office
The Association of Registered Interior Designers of Ontario (ARIDO) awarded J. Cho Design with the annual Award of Merit for the design of “Made in Italy” laminate company, Abet Laminati, headquarter office. The ARIDO Award is a platform to recognize and award registered members of their excellence, innovation and originality in the interior design field…. [Read More]
House on Lac Grenier by Paul Bernier Architecte
Canadian architect Paul Bernier has designed a low-profile, single-storey residence located on a wooded lakefront site in Québec. The interesting structure and shape of the house was inspired and dictated by the varied topography of the site. The house seems to bend and curve in synergy with the landscape, undulating around the existing trees. Approaching the… [Read More]
Mont-Laurier multifunctional theater by Les architectes FABG
Les architectes FABG have completed the new Mont-Laurier Theatre, featuring a multifunctional hall that can easily transform itself to accommodate various events, from traditional performing art shows to corporate events. The theatre utilizes a series of mechanisms that allows the theatre to quickly change configurations, and a capacity increase from 270 to 700 seats. From… [Read More]
Durham College Centre for Food by Gow Hastings
Gow Hastings has designed the Durham College Centre for Food, a state-of-the-art 34,000 square foot facility in Canada. The newly designed building offers a hands-on learning experience and introduces students to the full cycle of production, from the early stages of farming to cooking and serving food. The flexibility of the facility allows it to… [Read More]
Cedrus Residence by BOOM TOWN
Architecture firm BOOM TOWN has completed the Cedrus Residence, a chalet located on the shore of the Gate Lake in Harrington, Canada. The design of the chalet takes full advantage of its stunning location, with large glass panels and earthy materials that connect the indoor to the surrounding landscape. The two-storey residence incorporates the entrance… [Read More]
