Le 205: A project of winning proportions Two awards, no less, for Atelier Moderno’s “Le 205” project: Kitchen and Bathroom. It was the project as a whole that appealed to the jury, who applauded the intelligent use of volumes and proportions in this minimalist design, created in the shell of a 1950s building that was … Continued

The staging of a model condo Built in 1913 by Northern Electric, the Nordelec is a remarkable example of early 20th-century industrial architecture. HUMÀ design + architecture drew their inspiration from the building’s spatial and historical dimensions in designing this one-of-a-kind model apartment. Located in the building’s former boiler room, the new sales office for … Continued

A modest terrace connects to the majesty of nature On the flank of a mountain overlooking Lake Heron in the Laurentians, this house is quite literally built under a roof terrace that gives the project its name. The initial idea was to create a great plateau from where the inhabitants could enjoy the incredible view … Continued

Nothing is more complicated than making it simple The design for the à la Folie bakery, formerly the Maison du macaron, by Atelier Moderno + Anne Sophie Goneau, completely throws the concept of the traditional pastry shop out of the window. Its sophisticated look and the quality of its elements give full prominence to the … Continued

To celebrate the company’s 45 years of existence, the owners of Boutique Penelope wanted to not only expand their Place Ste-Foy business in Quebec City but also refresh its brand image through a new store design. The goal was to create a flow between the various spaces while preserving the existing display cases. Hatem+D Architecture … Continued

A souvenir from Montreal An efficient strategy, clear signage, an international look complemented by identifying Canadian elements: these are the qualities that caught the jury’s eye in the redesign project for the Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport’s duty free store. Immediately upon entering, you notice a transition zone that clearly delineates the space. The entirely … Continued

Taking grocery shopping to a new level In all respects, the design of the IGA des Sources in Boischatel is spot on trend. From the contemporary architecture to the sophisticated layout, everything in this store is geared to providing customers with a grocery shopping experience like no other. The appeal of this project lies in … Continued

The jury members were effusive in their praise for the Artopex showroom, calling it breathtaking. The team from lemayLAB rose brilliantly to the challenge of this project, which was to transform a basement into a veritable experience. Located in Old Montreal, on St-Jacques Street, the showroom is organized on two underground levels, which brought its … Continued

Elegance in the ordinary The design of a food court that sees hundreds of people pass through every day, by exploiting its capacity to the fullest so that it can best serve its clientele, takes some serious thinking. Stepping up the dining experience was the idea behind the creation of the new dining hall in … Continued

Following a successful previous collaboration, the team at Izakaya Kinoya called on Jean de Lessard to create a unique concept for their Japanese restaurant and bar located on one of the quieter stretches of Saint-Denis Street. The result: a hip, urban destination with raw character, street art decor and an underground feel, according to the … Continued