To underscore the pure beauty of the historic spaces of the monastery of the Augustinian Sisters of the Hôtel-Dieu de Québec, and to showcase the museum’s permanent exhibition in its best light, the architectsopted to create a series of simple glass display cases running along the walls from room to room. Floating at waist height … Continued

The refit of the Collège Bois-de-Boulogne’s Ignace-Bourget building sought to reflect the identity of the college and its values. The goal was to revamp the flow of traffic and occupation of space in a way that was both fluid and natural, by creating relationships between the different spaces. The main hall, cafeteria, student association rooms, … Continued

A brand new elegant and robust building has been built in the municipality of Waterloo. In what looks like a modern barn or small industrial shed is housed a multidisciplinary athletic training centre. Fitness, gymnastics, spinning, weight training—this versatile space lends itself to any number of activities. In this simply shaped building, the architectural elements … Continued

In the shadow of the former Old Port grain silos, the secluded Bota Bota Gardens project is an unparalleled haven of relaxation where guests can enjoy a unique thermal spa experience. The gardens feature different pavilions—built using recycled shipping containers—each with a specific function, including a relaxation area, steam bath and mechanical room. Their green … Continued

The new Domaine Forget Music and Dance Academy student residence project designed by Bisson|associés architectes is remarkable in that it offers its temporary houseguests a spectacular view of the St. Lawrence River. Thirty rooms with carefully designed acoustics were built and appointed with almost monk-like sensibility to allow young artists to truly enter into communion … Continued

Nestled atop the Hôtel Epik, in one of the oldest buildings in Old Montreal, this 1,750 sq. ft. suite underwent a renovation that sought to preserve the unique 18th-century architecture of this space located in a former warehouse. Many of the original features recalling the building’s industrial past have been preserved, most notably an enormous … Continued

With its exposed wood structure, brick walls, iron and steel furniture, marble and wood tabletops, this new space smacks with authenticity. In the centre of the room, the food display counter is the main attraction. It is flanked by two other cases—one a wine cellar, the other for aging meats—and a cheese counter. All the … Continued

A neighbourhood bakery was revamped to provide a homey, welcoming experience. The owners of the most recent Mamie Clafoutis location wanted to offer their patrons bread, certainly, but also a space where they could enjoy a quiet meal and linger over a cup of coffee. The environment is modern, but a multitude of elements pop … Continued

With its ancestral stone walls and off-kilter glass wall, Mimi la Nuit evokes the secret, intimate and muffled atmosphere of the speakeasies of the Prohibition era. The bar and restaurant, each with its own entrance, are fused together in one room. This one space/two functions combination is deftly pulled off thanks to a subtle play … Continued

The concept behind Restaurant O’Noir is to have patrons dine in complete darkness. Without sight, the remaining senses are heightened to fully savour the smell and taste of food. The design challenge was to come up with economic solutions and to alter the structure of some of the floor levels to create rooms that were … Continued