Project: Chateau Vinet
Location: Revelstoke, BC, Canada
Type: Residential Renovation
Size: 1050 sq.ft.
Year: 2015
Originally built in 1965, this home was extensively renovated in 2015 to embody our core design principles of connection and community.
Existing Context: The original home pre renovation.
Fostering Community Engagement
The renovation emphasizes reconnecting the home with its street. A newly designed entry features a large concrete landing and a welcoming front porch, encouraging neighborhood interaction and a stronger connection to the community.
Inviting Interior Design
Inside, natural materials like wood and concrete create a warm and inviting space. Large windows and a cedar shiplap wall adorned with live plants enhance the home's connection to nature and add to its welcoming ambiance.
Functional, Social Spaces
The open-concept layout promotes social interaction and functionality. A flexible dining table that converts into a kitchen island comfortably seats up to 10 people, optimizing space for everyday living and gatherings.
Connection-Centric Design
This renovation illustrates how thoughtful design can enhance connections with nature, community, and residents, improving overall well-being and fostering a more engaging living environment.
Photo Credit: Cole Hofstra Photography
Trades involved in the renovation process:
Bruce Maclachlan
Material: A Dynamic Cedar Facade
From the street, the home’s front facade presents a striking canvas of deep black cedar shakes. As visitors approach, the intense black gives way to reveal the rich, warm golden hues of the natural cedar grain. This transformation creates a visual connection to nature, highlighting the beauty of the wood and inviting a deeper appreciation of its organic textures.
Material: Light and Dark Elements Define Space
The home’s bright interior allows natural light to illuminate the open concept plan, creating a vibrant and airy atmosphere. Light and dark elements are strategically used to define distinct areas within the space. The kitchen features bright, white surfaces for a fresh and clean look, while the living room incorporates darker, colourful tones to establish a contrasting, cozy ambiance. This thoughtful use of materials enhances the unique identities of each space.
Material
The home’s bright white quartz countertops reflect natural light, enhancing the overall luminosity of the space. Complementing this is a reclaimed cedar wall, which introduces warm, natural tones, creating a welcoming and cozy atmosphere.
Material: Integrating Light and Texture
The home's bright interior allows natural light to permeate the space. The substantial concrete floors and sleek white kitchen create a neutral backdrop that highlights natural elements, such as the custom wood dining table. This contrast emphasizes the beauty and texture of the wooden features, adding depth and warmth to the design.
Craftsmanship: A Narrative of Quality and Connection
The home showcases exceptional craftsmanship and quality, emphasizing how physical elements seamlessly connect to tell a story. Each detail is meticulously crafted to enhance the narrative of how a home integrates its various spaces, highlighting the importance of thoughtful design in creating cohesive and connected living environments.
