Manitou Lake, Laurentians, Quebec

Mozer Family

The water at one's doorstep. A steep, north-sloping site.

Planned over one and a half stories, it is conceived as a secondary residence  able to evolve into a principal residence. The interior space enjoys a magnificent view over the lake, extending to the exterior with a terrace and sheltered porch. Natural materials such as metal, wood and bamboo. Natural light fully optimised. A mural of cut-out plywood, created by the owner Meredith Mozer, defines the interior space. At the front entry porch, an abstracted female form, also in plywood, holds the roof and welcomes visitors.