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By : Luc Plante architecture + design | Cyr + Cathcart Designers
GRANDS PRIX DU DESIGN 19th edition
Distinctions
Discipline : Architecture
Categories : Residential Building / Private House — Small & Medium (≤ 185 m² / ≤ 2,000 sq ft) : Gold certification
Set in a mountain context, the interior design of this residence is anchored in a defining value: lasting family legacy. Developed in close collaboration with Luc Plante architecture + design, the project achieves a seamless integration between the building envelope and the living spaces. This cohesion allows for an intuitive understanding of volume, where fluid circulation and framed views support an active, multigenerational lifestyle designed to evolve over time.
Innovation lies in a highly adaptive spatial strategy. The interior design leverages the architectural structure to balance gathering areas with more intimate retreats. Particular attention was given to evolving safety needs: a custom integrated stair guard, fully embedded within the architecture, reflects this level of precision. Each area is designed to simplify everyday life in a mountain setting, from returning from the slopes to managing equipment, without compromising the refined visual language.
The design highlights the richness and texture of materials, selected for their exceptional durability.
The kitchen acts as the central anchor. A substantial island defines the space and reshapes the ergonomics of shared living.
Custom millwork recedes into the architecture, maximizing storage while creating a subtle and expressive interplay of contrasts.
The dialogue between mineral finishes and wood species establishes a warm, enveloping atmosphere, grounded by a sculptural fireplace.
By prioritizing local materials and fostering a multidisciplinary collaboration from the earliest stages, this residence ensures both aesthetic and functional resilience. This approach supports long term durability while reducing environmental impact through thoughtful lifecycle considerations. It is a living environment where creativity meets architectural discipline to deliver a timeless human experience.
Collaboration
Architect : Luc Plante architecture + design
Interior designer : Cyr Cathcart Designers
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