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IN EVERY ISSUE
8 | DESI GNPHI LE
This summer: The trend to green roofs moves
into residential neighbourhoods Cool rustic
furniture, indoors and out Whats your type?
Theres a white wine thats right for you.
FEATURES
14 | ARCHI TECTURE
The Long View
A weekend home near Toronto shows the best of
contemporary building design while drawing on
the deep roots of the country home tradition.
By John Bentley Mays
26 | ARCHI TECTURE
Once a Ruin
After a century of decay, a 1700s stone house in
Scotlands Inner Hebrides required restoration,
reinforcement and a brand new structure.
By Ellen Himelfarb
34 | ARCHI TECTURE
Now You See It
Cover story: For a part-time home in rural
Pennsylvania, a sleek glass box in the modernist
tradition achieves a careful balance of wide, open
vistas and tucked-away retreat.
44 | FROM THE GROUND UP
In the Country, In the City
The Final Chapter! IA&D presents the thrilling nale
of our series on building the dream home of Judith
Mackin and Robert Moore in Saint John, N.B.
By Suzanne Robicheau
89 | I NDEX
Where to nd the architects, designers, products
and manufacturers in this issue
90 | PUBLI C SPACE
The new performing arts theatre in
St. Petersburgs historic centre, designed by
Diamond Schmitt Architects
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BJRN WALLANDER
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NEWS
GOODS
GADGETS
PEOPLE
PLACES PHILE DESIGN
The trend to green roofs, frst spotted on public and
industrial buildings, is taking root in residential projects.
BY ELLEN HIMELFARB
UP ON THE
ROOFTOP
sedum is what youll likely nd on the roof of the
home of your eco-conscious neighbours, whether
theyve undertaken the project with a DIY kit or
hired a landscaper.
Unlike green walls, or vertical gardensthose
gravity-doomed novelties that are complicated to
build and near impossible to maintaingreen
roofs can actually be a boon to homeowners.
Their construction is similar to slate and asphalt,
but with a few extra layers: on top of the structural
frame is a layer of waterproong (in place of the
traditional felt); plastic or gravel to help with
drainage; a permeable membrane of geotextile as
Unless youre unusually tall, you might not
have noticed a revolution germinating on
rooftopspossibly the most signicant since we
switched from thatch. Green roofs, once the
domain of industrial warehouses and ofce
towers, are going local. Architects specializing in
residential projects are increasingly applying
green-roof technology, not just to new homes but
retrotting them to older, pitched roofs as well.
The green refers to turf or sedum, the latter
being a lightweight succulent that requires just a
thin layer of soil and little water. Since sodden turf
requires a heavier, more complicated structure,
a defensive line for roots and moisture; and nally
pumice or shale as the planting medium for the
turf or sedum. All of these layers combine for a
longer-lasting, better-insulated cover, helping to
reduce energy bills, absorb rainwater and restore
oxygen to the atmosphere.
Like many design trends over the past few
decades, green roofs gained popularity in Norway
and other northern European countries after
emerging as a smart cost- and energy-saving
solution for prominent public buildings. Modern
architects took note, developed the practice and
started using it in their projects, particularly in
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Germany, which now leads the world in green-
roof research and usage (more than an eighth
of at roofs in the country are green). Most
international green-roof regulations and
guidelines are based on the German model.
Chicago is the North American trailblazer with
nearly 7 million square feet of green roof.
Vancouver ranks fourth on the continent and has
a convention centre featuring a roof covered with
more than 250,000 square feet of vegetation. And
three years ago, Toronto became the rst city in
the Western Hemisphere to mandate green roofs
on new, at-roofed buildings with over 20,000
square feet of space. Its an imperative triggered
by a 2005 Ryerson University study that identied
environmental benetssuch as stormwater
reduction and savings on heating and air-
conditioning coststhen quantied and
monetized them, concluding that greening
75 per cent of the citys at roofs could save the
utilities $37 million a year.
The residential market for green roofs is still
niche, but Toronto now offers incentives of $50
per square metre for homeowners. When you
consider the cost, per square metre, for a green
roof, around $150compared to $100 for an
asphalt shingle roofthose savings make sense.
Now, factor in unquantiables, such as curb
appeal, and the actual impact on your propertys
value, and you might wonder why youd need an
incentive at all.
1. The roof of the visitor centre at VanDusen
Botanical Garden in Vancouver, designed by
architectural firm Perkins + Will Canada, is planted
with native grasses and flowering bulbs to mimic a
meadow. Rainwater collected from the roof is used
in the washrooms, treated in an on-site bioreactor,
then released into the garden.
2. Fragrant herbs and waving ornamental grasses
thrive on the penthouse bulkhead atop a 12-storey
converted industrial building Manhattan, dating
from the early 20th century. The greenery benefits
from rainwater captured in a cistern.
3. Many contemporary architects are now including
a green roof as part of their designs for residential
clients. Acre Architects, who created a green roof
for the Saint John, N.B., house in this issue (p. 44),
saw it as an opportunity to display the potential of
flat roofs, of which there are
many in the city. But the
functional value is also
substantial: Because the
roof retains water and slows
down the rate of runoff, it
saved them from having to
install a 100-metre-long
stormwater pipe.
4. The roof of this Caledon,
Ont., home by architect Ian
MacDonald (p. 14) is
planted with native grasses
similar to those in the
surrounding meadow,
visually tying in the house
with the landscape. The
planting is expected to
double the life of the roof
membrane and reduce the
cooling load on the house.
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DESIGNPHILE GOODS
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Rugged, rustic and made for casual living: furniture that says summers here
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1. Endearingly chubby, yet with a minimalist aesthetic,
the Paradise Orb outdoor lounge chair, in white or
black, slips easily into any setting. From Andrew
Richard Designs. Large (shown), $895.
2. Reminiscent of its namesake, the Branch chair has a
charming irregular weave that belies its durable makeup
of polypropylene mesh seat and back. Its mate is the
die-cast aluminum dining tablea modern pairing that
will endure. Chair, $805; table, $3,230. At Avenue Road.
3. A smart boxy shape and modern tight weave bring
an apt urban edge to the Uptown collection by Andrew
Richard Designs. Crisp in a seasonal palette of white
and blue, it turns deck or terrace into an intimate
outdoor living room. Pieces sold separately: left
module, $2,295; corner seat, $1,495; ottoman, $1,150.
4. The whimsical, minimalist Geppettos Boy first
appeared in the spring, at one of the off-site satellite
exhibits that coincided with the Interior Design Show
in Toronto. The entryway bench in pale maple has
adjustable mirrors and exquisite detailing. In limited
production, through Simon Ford Studio. $4,700
5. Elegance meets rusticity for alfresco dining with
Barbara Barrys extendable Communal dining table in
teak on a powder-coated aluminum base, flanked by
clean-lined basket-weave Key dining chairs with
supportive tall backs. Through McGuire Furniture.
6. Substantial, yet lighthearted, the Rua Ipanema
lounge chair designed by Yabu Pushelberg takes the
traditional idea of the armchair and says relax. And the
cushy rounded form and walnut swivelling base make
it easy to comply. From $3,700. At Avenue Road.
7. Designer Heidi Earnshaws refined touch is evident
in her distinguished handmade Trough Trestle table.
In oiled black walnut with a sturdy trestle base and a
trough-like indentation for display or serving dishes.
Seats eight; for indoor use. $7,500
See Index, p. 89, for info
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The hotel, we are reminded, is a exible,
if iconic, forma cultural, political, social
and historical space. It is a place occupied
by artistslike the Beat Hotel in Paris,
where American poet Allen Ginsberg wrote
Kaddish, and New Yorks Chelsea, where
Leonard Cohen, who surfaces more than
once in the Vancouver exhibition, also
penned a song about that hotel. Real-life
spies too, straight out of John le Carr
novels, typically stayed at hotels, but so did
Fidel Castro, who seized the Havana Hilton
for three months in 1959 and operated out
of Room 2324.
Notwithstanding ancient caravanserais
roadside inns that catered to travellers on the
Silk Roadthe modern hotel, we learn, owes
its existence to the long arm of European
colonialism. Dak bungalows in India, for
instance, sheltered travelling British subjects
and their entourages, while Sabena, the
former Belgian national airline, operated
guest houses in the Congo.
The two-oor exhibition at VAG offers a
dizzying array of text, visuals and video. If
you have time for just one section, pick the
Design area, with its architectural models
of iconic hotels. From New Yorks Waldorf
Astoria, the rst of the bubble hotels that
transformed the hotel experience from
peripheral to cinematic, to the sober
modernism of Arne Jacobsens SAS
Radisson in Copenhagen, to Moshe
Safdies most recent mega project, the
mini-city resort Marina Bay Sands in
Singapore, the hotel is revealed as a
fascinating moveable feast. At the Vancouver
Art Gallery until Sept. 16. Hadani Ditmars
DESIGNPHILE EXHIBITION
Social
Studies
An exhibition explores the history,
the mystery and the allure of the hotel.
People come and go. Nothing ever happens.
The famous quotation that bookends the 1932 movie Grand Hotel is, of course,
ironic. Plenty happens in the lm as strangers meet, connive and then part, and
plenty has always happened under the roof of every hotel, past and present. That is
the overarching idea behind the explorations of Grand Hotel: Redesigning Modern
Life, an exhibition currently at the Vancouver Art Gallery.
Banff Springs Hotel, 1888.
Canada Department of the
Interior / Library and
Archives Canada, c.1909.
Photo: Bruce Price
Wolwedans Dunes Lodge,
NamibRand Nature
Reserve, Namibia, 2003.
Photo: Stephan Brckner
The Flamingo Hotel, Las Vegas, c.1950. Courtesy of UNLV
Libraries Special Collections. Photo: George Vernon Russell
Raffles Hotel, Singapore. Luggage label, 1940.
Courtesy of Raffles Hotel Singapore.
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The elegant, eclectic domestic-goods emporium Teatro
Verde has expanded its home and garden repertoire to
include all things culinary. Cucina is the latest addition
to co-owners Shawn Gibson and Michael Pellegrinos
smart repertoire, which includes their chic agship store
on two oors of a historic building in midtown Toronto.
IN GOOD TASTE
Lean and crisp, creamy-rich or lushly tropical
theres a white thats right.
BY JOHN BOSSY
Chteau Haut-Bergey Blanc 2009
Pessac Leognan, Bordeaux $58
If you want to know what a Sauvignon Blanc-Smillon blend should taste like,
this is it. From its pale gold colour to its spicy, honeyed nish, this intensely
layered, juicy and richly textured feast of the senses delivers in every way.
Herbs, spices and beeswax on the nose give way to a palate-coating prism of
lemon oil, almonds and lime zest. A well-sculpted, complex white. Serve with
pan-seared scallops in saffron cream sauce and prepare to meet your maker.
Score: 93
Zind-Humbrecht Clos Saint Urbain Rangen de Thann
Gewrztraminer 2009
Alsace Grand Cru $74
Drinking this white is like rolling in a bed of owers, as this deep, golden, slightly
off-dry elixir offers up aromas of rose petals, peach blossoms and tropical fruit,
seasoned with clove and cake spice. A wine for hedonists, this is pure
concentrated pleasure with just enough acidity to keep the mind and palate
focused. Let the dense mango, honey and nectarine avours roll in your mouth
for a generous nish that lingers long. Pair with foie gras or steamed dim sum.
Score: 93
Domaine Weinbach Clos des Capucins Schlossberg Riesling 2010
Alsace Grand Cru $50
This is a wine for those who appreciate purity, style and striking acidity. Its
pungent on the nose, almost combustible in the glass as int, while limestone
and lemon zest mingle and emerge. Taste its grip. This steely Riesling is
mouth-watering, with lemon, pepper and minerals persisting on the nish.
Pair with pork chops in a sauce of Dijon mustard, white wine and vinegar.
Score: 91
Domaine Jean-Claude Bessin Valmur Chablis Grand Cru 2009
Chablis, Burgundy $53
Dont drink this wine right away! Give it another few years and this lightly
oaked Chardonnay will be showing its class and complexity. The gorgeous
limestone on the nose intensies even as the night progresses Well-
delineated lemon-lime and mineral avours are lively on the palate but will
get livelier. Drink with broiled lobster.
Score: 90
Red-wine drinkers earn more money and drink more wine than their white-
wine drinking counterparts, and theyre even happier, according to a recent
study, commissioned through Sopexa, a global food and wine marketing group.
This got me thinking about whether people really can be divided up that way. Oh
sure, I know some who drink only red and those who drink only white, but most wine
lovers enjoy both. Yet, the way we experience these wines is different.
Its natural to swirl and sniff and study the label of that proud Napa
Cab youre serving for dinner tonight. Now try doing the same while
knocking back Pinot Grigio on your favourite sun-drenched patio. On
hot summer nights in Naples, they serve white wine in jugs half-lled
with peaches, a pleasure to be sure, but hardly the best way to
experience the distinct character of a ne white wine.
To put it bluntly, white wine doesnt get the respect it deserves.
Often light and easy-drinking, it is the fun-loving blonde next to her
darker, brooding sister.
Is this always true? Do there exist white wines showing the kind of
complexity, character and intrigue that we associate with ne reds?
Is there a white at the end of the tunnel?
My answer is yes, but before we come to the winesfour stunning
exampleswhat are the tasting proles you should expect to
encounter in your search for the ultimate white? Are you the type who
prefers something stylishly lean, austere and crisp? Then you might
favour a Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio or Albario.
Or maybe, well-rounded, creamy and rich is your style. In that case, oak is your
friend, so invite a Chardonnay, Smillon or white Rioja to share your table tonight.
Who doesnt love a luscious fruit bomb? Gewrztraminer is the exotic headliner,
but you might also consider a Viognier or Roussanne-Marsanne blend.
Of course, there is plenty of overlap.
White wine is enhanced when spicy, oral or herbal notes are present, and
minerality adds to the sense that the wine is an expression of the soil. To experience
nuances of this type, serve your white wine at about 10 degrees Celsius, a little higher
for the oaked wines. Fridge temperature is 2 to 3 degrees, so depending on where you
keep your wine, take it out of storage well before serving time.
And now for the winesfour blockbusters, all French, not because I prefer
French wines necessarily but because most of the great white grapes originate from
that country, and these four represent the benchmark.
THE JOY OF CUCINA
Launched this spring in Bayview Village shopping
centre, in the citys northeast, Cucina is a specialty
shop that serves avid cooks and food lovers. On offer
is an extensive selection of stove-to-table wares, linens,
novelty kitchen items and cookbooks, along with
prepared gourmet foods and on-site cooking classes
conducted by professional chefs.
Teatro Verde Cucina, teatroverde.com
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THE
LONG
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A WEEKEND HOME NEAR TORONTO
EXEMPLIFIES THE BEST OF
CONTEMPORARY BUILDING DESIGN
WHILE DRAWING ON THE DEEP ROOTS
OF THE COUNTRY HOME TRADITION:
IT EXISTS IN HARMONY WITH THE
LANDSCAPE AND EXPRESSES
THE PEACEFULNESS THAT IS AN
ATTRACTION OF COUNTRY LIFE.
BY JOHN BENTLEY MAYS
PHOTOGRAPHY BY TOM ARBAN
The house, which sits on rolling land in a meadow of
billowing grasses, is set into the ground on a sloping site;
low retaining walls of local granite help create a sense of
containment. Long horizontal lines, a at rooine and
transparent walls dene its modern character.
ARCHITECTURE
Canadian architect Ian MacDonald belongs to an ancient
tribe of designers who have been producing distinguished
country houses for wealthy urban clients ever since large cities
came into existence and afuent citizens acquired the wherewithal
to escape from them.
Andrea Palladio and Georgian Englands Lord Burlington and
Sir Edwin Lutyens were members of this brotherhood; and, closer
to our own time, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe was one of them.
As we learn from a spacious dwelling he recently completed in
the largely rural municipality of Caledon, northwest of Toronto,
MacDonald shares with his creative ancestors a air for shaping
the important country house in harmony with its setting in the
landscape, for making it t in gracefully instead of standing out,
expressing in its lines and materials the peacefulness that is one
attraction of country life for big-city folk.
The villa stands on hilly land, a little less than 100 acres of it,
long ago cleared of old-growth forest and brush and now covered
by hay elds, meadows and woodlots. Before the present owners
bought the property, the only structures on it were a 19th-century
stone farmhouseonce used as a post ofcea big barn and a
few other outbuildings, all clustered near the road. There is a high,
windy point on the sitean exposed spot that could have provided
panoramic views over the surrounding countryside, but at the price
of comfort in Ontarios gusty northern winters and a certain sense of
belonging to the land that can happen when ones house is nestled
into it. In choosing to set his house down in a small dip at the head
of a broad, shallow gulley running crosswise over the property,
MacDonald avoided the weary clich of the mansion on the hill
and also spared his clients unhappiness later on.
The dwellings stylistic vocabulary is uncompromisingly modern-
ist. The long horizontal lines of its composition and its at rooine
and transparent walls have descended into the present day from a
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For the homes cladding, architect Ian
MacDonald used a pewter-coloured siding of
Galvalume-coated corrugated steel, which he
describes as very agricultural in character.
Galvalume contains aluminum, which makes
it longer-lasting, more efcient and more
cost-effective than galvanized steel.
Left: Because the site slopes downhill,
MacDonald designed a ramp with a gentle
incline in the corridor that ushers residents
into the main living area. The board-formed
concrete wall inside and the stone wall outside
contribute to the sense of containment as
one proceeds down the ramp. The opening at
the right leads to the more private spaces
bedrooms, the owners ofce and a gym.
Opposite page: Water is pumped from a
pond on the property and delivered to the
top of this watercourse, at the entrance to the
house, where it cascades down several levels
to a wading pool at the bottom (also above).
An awning window alongside opens to usher
in the soothing sound of the waterfall. This
southwest side of the house called for a deep
roof overhang to provide shade.
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Caledon, Ont.
Although high ceilings and walls of windows give the
combined living/dining/kitchen area a sense of grandeur,
there are also more intimate moments. A sitting area
nestles cosily into an inglenook space integrated with the
window and built-in bookshelves (perpendicular to the
replace). The window frames neatly capture a view of an
old barn on the property. Eventually, the owners will build
a weaving studio there as well.
ARCHITECTURE
post-war tradition of strictly tailored modern elegance exemplied
by such buildings as Richard Neutras Kaufmann Desert House
in California (1946) and Miess Farnsworth weekend retreat near
Chicago (19451951). Like these and other successful rural homes
produced in the last century by pace-setting architects in the modern
movement, MacDonalds Caledon home is something better than a
gaunt glass box. Rather, it has been carefully planned to frame the
natural and man-made beauties of the surrounding landscape and
to protect the inhabitants from bad weather, but also to underscore
the continuity between inside and outside.
Looking out through the towering glass walls in the open-plan
living and dining area of the house, for instance, the visitor is
invited to take in a variety of pastoral prospects. In one, the old
barn stands in the middle distance, framed on one side by the
gulley slope and, on the other side, by a sequence of small ponds
dropping away from the house. Like an alley in a formal garden,
this little articial watercourse connects near and far, and it creates
a visual link between the entirely contemporary villa and the sites
agricultural past.
Glancing in another direction, one catches sight of the long,
weedy ridge of a hill nearby. Its a feature that stops the eye from
going farther and makes the house seem enclosed, protected,
grounded in the attractively unrened landscape. The green roof,
planted with native grasses, further reinforces this sense that the
house is a part of this meadow, not a foreign entity transplanted
from afar. We are reminded by this and other integrating gestures
that a successful country home is never merely a city mansion
unceremoniously dropped down outside town. It should resonate
with whats around it, as this house does so well.
Like the variously cultivated and wild land that surrounds it,
this dwelling offers a range of spatial and sensuous experiences
to anyone who steps over the thresholda sequence of interior
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Caledon, Ont.
Opposite: The corridor provides a strong
visual link between the rural landscape
outside and the spacious interior of the
home, dened by soaring ceilings with
unpainted Douglas r rafters. Modern
sectional sofas proffer a pristine, yet cosy
corner retreat bathed in natural light.
This page: Concrete, a fairly primitive
material, is ideal for a country house,
MacDonald saysits strong, permanent
and practical, standing up to spills and
dogs. These concrete surfaces are a very
muted, even, beautiful grey colour, he
notes. They are handcrafted and hand-
trowelled, which means theyre never quite
perfect. He adds: That makes it real.
Geothermal and hydronic oor heating were
used throughout the house.
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On the same level as the living room, a guest wing stretches out to the east,
behind the kitchen, while half a level below grade are a family room and a
games room. A long, wide table offers the ultimate in comfort and practicality
for a country home where visitors are a regular occurrence. The polished
concrete oors end at the bottom of the ramp, where they mesh naturally
with warm white oak.
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topographies that lend variety to the action of moving through the
space inside the envelope.
After entering at the front door, for example, one descends into the
heart of the house from the vestibule by way of a long ramp. On one
side is a rough concrete wall that has been cast in moulds fashioned
from raw planksa handsome move recalling, without condescen-
sion, the humble materials and means of rural construction. On
the other side of the ramp, separated from it by a large expanse
of glass, is a series of small pools that step down parallel to the
ramp and empty into the watercourse connecting house and barn.
Beyond the pools, and once again running parallel to the concrete
wall, is a tall, rugged barrier made of stacked granite blocks. Taken
together, the concrete plane and the escarpment of stone strongly
frame and dene the entry ramp, providing a sturdy, deliberate
transitiona kind of processional routefrom the level of the
meadow above down to the high-ceilinged main living zone.
In contrast to the ramp, which acts as a bridge between the exter-
nal world and the familys private territory, the high-ceilinged living
and dining area is very much a destination. A bookcase at one end
interrupts the clear ow of space. Glass walls bring nature near, but
one does not lose the sense that this is an enclosure, a place for the
family to gather its members, its memories, its thoughts.
Native stone, form-cast or polished concrete, glass and white
plaster, wood (warm white oak for the oors and cabinetry, Doug-
las r for the unpainted rafters and roof supports that soar over-
head), corrugated steel exterior cladding that recalls the fabric of
silos and barns: these are the plain, modern-day elements in the
material palette of MacDonald, who juxtaposes and rhymes them
Its worth noting that the history of designing
country houses has not been all about
masterpieces. After all, for every client who sought
out the talents of Palladio or another of his rank,
there were many who merely wanted something
show-offsh outside the city limits. Victorian
industrialists, for example, put up some gruesome
pseudo-medieval piles in the English countryside,
and their American counterparts dotted hilltops
and felds with sprawling architectural mistakes.
In our own era, designers hired by newly enriched
Americans and Canadians have deposited many a
gaudy stylistic pastiche and outright travesty on the
rural scene.
It takes more than money to build a memorable
contemporary house in the country, in other
wordsthough it does take money, and plenty of
it. First, suitable and scenic land has to be acquired.
Thats a tall order in a region like southern Ontario
(and in the vicinity of most large cities), MacDonald
says, since most of the large and impressive
properties within easy driving distance of the
metropolis have already been snapped up. Then
theres the expense of preparing the site to hold
a house. An architect with experience at doing
such things has to be hiredone preferably with
considerable doggedness about pacing off and
researching the property before the best location for
the dwelling is determined. A road in has to be built,
a well dug, electricity and sanitation taken care of,
and landscaping arranged.
Not counting whatever is required to buy the land,
MacDonald says that the cost of establishing an
architecturally signifcant country seat nowadays
starts at around $3 million and goes up from there.
J.B.M.
THE TALLY FOR BUILDING IN THE COUNTRY
ON BUDGET
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like words in a poem. Illumination too is an important ingredi-
ent of the architects repertoire. In addition to the hard sunshine
reected off the treeless meadows through the glass walls, softer
radiance is captured by snorkel-like skylights and scattered down-
ward into the interior.
The house that is MacDonalds poem is luxurious but not fancy.
Executed for a Toronto entrepreneur and his family, it shares with
the best rural residences of city people in every age an unmistak-
able clarity and simplicity. One thinks of the villas of Palladio and
those by the Georgians, as well as the country estates of certain
well-off Romans centuries before modern times. Like the nest
of those buildings, this one displays high-mindedness combined
with unforced modesty, and a well-articulated cultural agenda that
owes a great deal to classical values, as these have been interpreted
by the modern movement. In doing it, the architect kept his atten-
tion critically focused on the things that matter most in the real-
ization of any residential project: terrain and cultural history, the
deft handling of materials and, in this case, the most durable ideas
evolved in the long tradition and venerable art of building homes
in the country for city people.
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Above: In the bedroom, the palette of
materials used in the houseglass,
polished concrete and white-painted
surfaces, Douglas r rafters and white
oak oors and built-in cabinetrycomes
together in a look that is both clean and
warm, with a simplicity and a sense that
it is wholly derived from nature.
Opposite: Light monitors on the roof admit
the low winter sun deep into the house,
reecting a soft, even light off their drywall
containers. The architect worked with
landscape designer Neil Turnbull to create
a series of six ponds and brooks, a system
spanning about 1,100 feet. In addition to
providing a place for swimming, the ponds
offer drinking-quality water.
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Caledon, Ont.
ARCHITECTURE
ONCE A RUIN
TO BECOME HABITABLE AFTER A CENTURY OF DECAY, THIS 1700s STONE HOUSE
IN SCOTLANDS INNER HEBRIDES REQUIRED RESTORATION, REINFORCEMENT
AND A BRAND NEW STRUCTURE. BUT SIMPLE RENEWAL WASNT THE ONLY GOAL.
THE PLAN WAS ALWAYS TO MAINTAIN ITS RUINED NATURE.
BY ELLEN HIMELFARB
PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANDREW LEE AND JAMES GARDINER
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Coll, Scotland
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The current owners enlisted Edinburgh
architect William Tunnell to shore up the
ruin and append a second, contemporary
structure. Tunnell retrotted the original
house (at right) with a kitchen on the lower
level and, upstairs, a bedroom and bath. At
the rear, he built a two-storey white-stuccoed
turret containing a modern study and
bathroom. The cracked end of the ruin was
left rooess and laid with stones, creating
a courtyard that peeks out at the landscape
through narrow Georgian windows.
Photo: Andrew Lee
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The erce winds that batter the Isle of Coll can fell trees
and tear roofs off houses. But in the end, it was the land
settling over time that triggered the lightning-bolt cleft in the
four-foot-thick wall of this old house. The Precambrian-rock
home was built in the 1700s for the land manager of the Laird
of Maclean, who had the good sense himself to live on rmer
ground. It was here that the writer Samuel Johnson and his
biographer James Boswell stayed during their tour of Coll in
1773, seeking refuge from one of those notorious local storms.
But a few decades later, they wouldnt have had much cover.
The fringes of this Hebridean island are essentially sand. Its
good territory for a golf course, says William Tunnell, the
architect who shored up the Georgian landmark.
The stone house sat derelict for more than a century before
landing in the hands of Alex Maclean-Bristol, in 2003. He
It became clear that the new
owners had formed a romantic
attachment to the original house:
the outlook, the landscape, the
texture. There was real weight
in atmospheric terms, the
architect says.
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Coll, Scotland
Left: A steel staircase with oak treads was the largest element manufactured off-site. Tunnell
added a glass balustrade to keep an open aspect. The reinforced walls of the old building
are so thick the windows act as display coves. Staircase, DMH Blacksmiths of Inverness.
Above, centre: The original doorway of the old house would have been on the buildings
second oor, accessed by an outdoor wood staircase. To highlight the original portal,
Tunnell designed an aerie, found en route to the study. It consists of an iron frame lined
with oak laminate forming a window seat you can climb into from the landing. The cosy
nook has a view into the rooess courtyard.
Above, right: At the top of the white-stuccoed turret, the study is a streamlined writing
retreat, built small to reserve more space for high-trafc areas. Tunnell panelled it with
cherry wood and built in ample storage along the length of the room.
Below: In a classic designers trick that makes a room appear larger, the glass links slate
oor extends outside to a patio facing Grishipol Bay, and past sliding-glass doors to a
rear terrace. The owners furnished it minimally, with everythinga telescope especially
focused on the view. It represents a clean visual break from the stone-walled ruin.
Photos: this page, Andrew Lee; opposite, James Gardiner
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sold his at in London and moved to Coll to help run the
800-acre family farm at a time when he and his wife, Seonaid,
were starting a family. The story would have ended there,
had the house been habitable. But it was not, missing as it
was, a roof.
Putting themselves up in a cottage nearby, the couple
contacted Tunnell, an old acquaintance in Edinburgh who
in 2006 founded WT Architecture, a practice known for its
contemporary, sustainable solutions to listed, or architec-
turally historic, buildings.
I had always resisted working on the island. Having had
my own small house there as a child, I know the landscape
quite well, says the architect, alluding to the challenging
setting. But this was a job I wasnt going to turn down.
It became clear from early discussions that the clients had
formed a romantic attachment to the original housethe
outlook, the landscape, the texture. There was real weight
in atmospheric terms, says Tunnell. The options were to
build elsewhere, so the new home looked toward the ruin, or
half engage with the ruin, half occupy it and maintain some
of the ruined nature.
The latter option won out, despite its being the far more
costly. Tunnells team embarked on a 15-month, 750,000
($1.16 million) restoration involving the requisite archaeologi-
cal dig (which uncovered some Bronze Age pottery) and some
serious reinforcement. The cleft was 40 centimetres wide at
the top, says Tunnell, so there was no gluing it back togeth-
er. Rather, they hired local builder Tom Davies to stitch it
up like a corset, laying stainless steel straps across the cracks
and anchoring heavy steel frames into the stone around the
former replaces and windows.
The remaining walls, Tunnell reckoned, would survive by
their own weight. Its the oldest rock in Britain, he says of
the local granite-like Lewisian gneiss, formed almost three
billion years ago. He adds, with characteristic British under-
statement: Its extremely durable.
The cleft half of the house has become a courtyard, the
stone walls providing shelter from island gales. For the family,
which now includes three sons, Archie, Fergus and Xander, it
is an essential, year-round space.
To convert the other half, Tunnell hired Spey Building and
Joinery, a Highland company used to working in the poor
weather of the Scottish off-season. Spey constructed a two-
and-a-half-storey turret dubbed The Tooth to balance out the
contemporary look and house smaller spaces, like a bathroom
and a larder, plus a study overlooking the property from the
top. Meanwhile, they constructed a wood pod and removed a
dilapidated wall of the house to slip it into the stone super-
structure; this contains the new kitchen and, upstairs, a guest
bedroom. The kitchen, the only common room located in the
This page and opposite: White
House, so named because it
stands out among the vernacular
black-stone homes on Coll, is the
rst lime house on the island and
one of the few rooess buildings
listed with Historic Scotland. It
also earned distinction as Colls
rst square-cornered, slate-roofed
home. The soft earthcombined,
probably, with pressure from the
heavy slate roofcaused the wide
ssure to appear sometime in the
1800s. The structure was reinforced
with stainless steel straps across
the cracks and steel frames that
anchor the window openings in a
renovation completed in 2010.
Photos: this page, James Gardiner;
opposite, Andrew Lee
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Coll, Scotland
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ON LOCATION
ISLAND LIVING BY THE NUMBERS
The tiny Isle of Coll, Scotlandpopulation,
200; area, approximately 19,000 acresis
known for its windswept sand dunes on the
beach and the rare corncrake bird, as well as
the Breachacha castles, which date back to
the 15th and 18th centuries.
Rugged, wild and remote, Scotlands Inner
Hebrides has much to offer in terms of privacy
for those drawn to exclusive, unique vacation
properties. One such is on the Isle of Mull, a
popular tourist destinationa fve-bedroom
house on eight acres of land with sea views
and a cost of 695,000 ($1.08 million). Another
is a 16th-century castle, Grade A listed, on half
an acre in Aberdeenshire, in the town of Banff,
170 miles north of Edinburgh; it is priced at
400,000 ($620,000), which includes the title
of Baron of Inchdrewer.
Meanwhile, on the east coast of Canada,
in Nova Scotia, is a fve-bedroom, fve-
bathroom property overlooking the Bay of
Fundy, renowned for the worlds highest tides.
A 20-minute boat ride from the mainland, this
$4.7-million, 10.5-acre parcel of land sits on a
fortress-like natural preserve on a rural island.
In the West, a four-bedroom, three-bathroom
home on fve acres proffering mountain vistas,
in Pemberton, B.C., can be had for $1.87
million; Pemberton is a two-and-a-half-hour
drive north of Vancouver. Staff
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Coll, Scotland
Georgian structure, benets from its proximity to the front
door and driveway and acts as a hub between two epochs.
Great respect was paid to every facet of the restoration. To
replace a broken lintel over the aged door, Tunnell borrowed
a piece from the newerbuilt in the 18th centuryof the
two Breachacha castles nearby. And when builders recovered
fallen stones from the overgrown oor, they reused them else-
where in the home.
Over 15 months the builders lived like oil-rig workers:
two weeks on-site, ve days off, to minimize the three-hour
commute to the 30-square-mile island. While they retrotted
the interior walls into the historic building, they began work
on the main living quarters, a two-storey home connected to
the old house by a steel-framed glass link.
With the stones recovered from the ruin, they built a sturdy
west wall to moor the new structure and tie it in with the
landscape. The remaining soft walls were fashioned from
black-stained Scottish larch shipped from the mainland,
wood being a sparse resource on Coll. Ive always liked black
timber, says Tunnell. And it played down the bulk of the
building, so it sits back a bit.
The two houses, old and new, have little but their peaked
roofs in common. As you leave the ruin by way of the kitchen,
stone yields immediately to the glass link, where the Maclean-
Bristols have arranged an open-concept dining-living area
facing the ragged coastline. At its other end, the link opens
onto a cherry-wood snug and a wide concrete staircase climb-
ing up a double-height picture window. In fact, the new house
is glazed wherever possible, whereas the ruin is peppered
with meagre Georgian openings and dovecotes.
Yet, nor does the new build adhere to a contemporary
open plan. Its all about contrasting spaces, says Tunnell.
You dont want to sit with your family all the time. Its not
a big house, so its nice to have a space you can retreat to.
Following an Arts and Crafts approach, the architect prefers
to design moments of joy, like the simple oak window seat.
Tunnells very contemporary engineering, however
strategic foundations and that powerful west-facing wall
should guarantee a habitable dwelling on this land for a
century. In a hundred years time, after the hurricanes, it
will probably need the same shoring up, he says, but before
then, just a lick of paint.

Left: Stone formations from millennia of occupation on this
Hebridean island still exist across the property. Tunnell traced one
of these formations with the homes west-facing stone wall, which is
one reason the new house is built at an angle to the old one.
The other is the weather; the wall protects from westerly winds.
Photos: top, James Gardiner; bottom, Andrew Lee
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NOW YOU SEE IT
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FOR A PART-TIME HOME JUST OUTSIDE THE CITY, A SLEEK GLASS BOX IN THE
MODERNIST TRADITION ACHIEVES A CAREFUL BALANCE OF WIDE, OPEN VISTAS AND
TUCKED-AWAY RETREAT, WITH AN AESTHETIC THATS EQUALLY RUGGED AND REFINED.
BY CAROLYN KENNEDY | PHOTOGRAPHY BY BJRN WALLANDER/OTTO
ARCHITECTURE
SUMMER 2013 37
dark-framed semi-transparent box on an ocean
of green, this house is as much about what isnt there as about
what is. At first glance, it seems ethereal. We started with a
vision of dark steel and we wanted a glass box. But we restrained
ourselvesto glass, steel, stone, wood, explains Mishi Hosono.
Still, for all the renement that statement might imply, this Penn-
sylvania country home is not at all precious. Designed and built six
years ago by the husband-and-wife team of Adam Weintraub and
Mishi Hosono, principals of New Yorkbased rm Koko Architec-
ture + Design, the house is solid yet light-lled, streamlined yet
comfortable, cool yet warm, and smartly practical and durable.
We consciously made it a rugged house, Weintraub says.
The locale worked its inuence on the architects in ways that
seem clearly visible now. The property sits in a semi-rural setting,
between farmland and the suburbs of Philadelphia, where tradi-
tional Mennonite barn structures and steel-truss bridges form
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Previous page: The house sits on a ve-acre
property, with a screen of trees to provide
enclosure and privacy. The central glass boxthe
bridge between two relatively opaque boxesis
formed within a steel exoskeleton that is lifted just
off the ground by the concrete foundation, which
gives it the appearance of oating. Floor and ceiling
are suspended from the steel ribs, and steel-framed
windows line the two long sides, rendering the
house transparent at night and, by day, breaking
the barrier between inside and out, says Mishi
Hosono. From the beginning, we wanted to
express the steel from the outside, she says.
We wanted it to look strong and supporting.
Above: At rst, the architects were reluctant to
light the landscape around the house. We wanted
the architecture to be the only light source,
Adam Weintraub says. But when a glass-walled
house is lit from the inside at night, the landscape
disappears and the structure becomes a house
of mirrors to the inhabitants, Hosono explains.
So, they have illuminated the outside selectively,
enough to draw the eye out and provide a sense
of the spaces around the house while retaining a
natural feel. (Its not like a resort, with a light on
every tree, Weintraub notes.) Initially, only the
interior part of the stone chimney was lit, as shown
here, but more recently LED uplighting has been
added to illuminate the exterior portion as well,
turning it into a two-storey column of light at night.
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part of the local building vernacular. The severity of line and the
steel exoskeleton of the house can trace their inspiration to those
traditions, along with the ebony-stained wood cladding that allows
the buildings framework to almost disappear into the wooded
surroundings. And the ruggedness of farm equipment inspired
the architects efforts to express the steel in a raw way, as Wein-
traub describes it. There is a lot of old stonework in the area, and
one of the owners grew up in Connecticut, which abounds with
old stone farmhouses. One of their rst visits to the area included
a trip to the local stoneyard. That began the materials palette,
Hosono recalls. The massive chimney wall that extends beyond
the frame of the house references the stone chimneys of Pennsyl-
vania farmhouses and divides the open, glass-walled public areas
from a private master suite at one end that, in stark contrast, is all
about the sense of enclosure.
The owners, who spend part of the workweek in their New York
City loft, wanted their country home to be a departure. They
asked, How different can it be? Weintraub says. They wanted
to do glass, a at roof. They were dreaming of a modern villa.
The idea was to make a house with access to nature, where you
could also bring nature insideand we wanted to make a severely
modern house, with warmth. Certainly, its a brand new look in
that area, Hosono says. People show up at the door, asking for
tours; they take pictures; some have left notes commenting on
how beautiful it is.

Theres a sense in modern
architecture that you see
everything at once, Weintraub
says. The architects chose to
slow down the process here.
Its more like storytelling. You
dont give it all away at once.
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The living room is anchored by the stone chimney
wall, which marks the end of the glass box, or
public, dimension of the house; behind it is the single-
storey master suite and the library. The furnishings
reect the homes austere contemporary lines: a
square-edged sofa in what Hosono describes as dirty
mustard yellowlike a summer linen suit, a black
leather chair on slim chrome legs and a glass-topped
coffee table that continues the theme of transparency.
The sofa and the deep-pile shag rug are light-coloured
to stand out against the practical slate oor, but, true
to the relaxed mandate of the country home, there
are no off-limits zones for the family dog. George sofa,
Mart Poltrona chair, side table, all from B&B Italia;
cocktail table, Cassina; rug, ABC Carpet & Home.
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Above: A serene, low-key space tucked away at the far
end of the house, the master bedroom is painted an in-
between colournot green, not grey. Its early-spring
young-leaves colour, Hosono says, and its designed
to make the walls disappear against the treesa goal
thats assisted by large windows that almost meet at
one corner. A glass-topped desk on a chrome X-base is
another transparent element. Albini table and Saarinen
chair by Knoll; desk lamp, Achille Castiglione for Flos.
Right: The walls and oor of the master bathroom are
covered in Italian porcelain tile, chosen for its warmth
and indestructibility. It goes back to the rugged idea of
the country house, Weintraub says. Another practical
detail: a back door that leads directly from the bathroom
to the garden and pool area with a sleek frosted-glass
cabana (opposite). Double cube sink, Wetstyle; faucet,
Hansgrohe Axor; light xture, Bega.
Photos, opposite: Nikolas Koenig
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The owners, who spend part of the
workweek in their New York City loft, wanted
their country home to be a departure. They
asked, How different can it be?
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One of the owners, a retired opera singer and now a serious chef, inspired the idea of a
display (stage) kitchen and a work (backstage) kitchen. Here, in the stage kitchen, which
is open to the living and dining areas, guests can enjoy a glass of wine and keep the chef
company as he handles simpler food prep. The natural colours of the materials palette tie in
with the rest of the public areas: whitewashed quarter-sawn oak cabinetry and a backsplash
of warm grey Corian, framed by the ebonized cedar cladding. In the backstage kitchen (not
shown), durable stainless steel is the predominant material, providing the perfect response
to the owners desire for a kitchen in the back of the house where he could make a mess.
Cabinetry and counter design, Koko Architecture + Design; Jasper Morrison stools, Cappellini.
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Above: The screened porch sits behind the central glass structure, providing a separation between the
public spaces and the guest suite. Its accessed on the main level from the work kitchen and the terrace,
but a steel bridge overhead also provides a link to the guest suite, which sits above the garage, at the
back. Clad in bre-cement panels, and painted off-white, the porch is a three-season living space, where
the owners often drag in a table for dining. In keeping with the modernist aesthetic, typically chunky
porch furniture was bypassed in favour of a streamlined look, with seating covered in indoor-outdoor
fabric. Furniture, Crate and Barrel.
Above, left: The small library in the master suite is wrapped, walls and oor, in walnut, creating an
intimate space thats in contrast to the glass-enclosed main living area. The sense of enclosure is
enhanced by the low horizontal window, again in opposition to the sweeping views available on the
other side of the wall. Its the kind of window I grew up with in Japan, Hosono says of the inspiration
for it. Wed often sit on the oor and there would be low horizontal windows to frame the view. Its
almost a slit, just enough to let light in.
FROM THE GROUND UP
BEHOLD THE DREAM HOME OF JUDITH
MACKIN AND ROBERT MOORE IN SAINT
JOHN, N.B. THE CULMINATION OF TWO
YEARS OF WORK AND PLANNING,
HEARTACHE AND INSPIRATION, IT
SHOWS WARMTH AND WIT IN A SMART
MIX OF URBANE DESIGN AND LONG-
TERM THINKING.
BY SUZANNE ROBICHEAU
PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARK HEMMINGS
IN THE
COUNTRY
IN THE
CITY
[
Part 4: THE FINAL CHAPTER
]
In the end, it was a saga of more than two years duration. In the
winter 2011 issue of IA&D, we introduced you to Robert Moore
and Judith Mackin, who had purchased a rugged, steeply
sloped lot in downtown Saint John, with a view of the Bay of
Fundy. Inspired by this natural green space in the heart of the
city, the couple planned to build a new, modern house on it.
Enter Monica Adair and Stephen Kopp, principals of New
Brunswick rm Acre Architects. They worked with Judith and
Robert to create a designa multi-layered process that required
going back to the drawing board when it was determined that
the original design on the intended site would prove too costly
and difcult to build. A second site on the property was agreed
upon, and a second design was developed. In spring 2011, the
building began, and, as we last reported, the house was close to
completion in October 2011.
As it turned out, however, some of the biggest challenges
were still ahead. Writer Suzanne Robicheau has been tracking
Judith and Roberts project since the early design meetings with
Kopp and Adair. She has monitored the houses advances and
setbacks and witnessed rst-hand its materialization. Here, we
present the nal chapter in our story of the long and sometimes
arduous process of bringing this dream home into realityand
the thrilling nal result. The Editors
couple walk into a pub in downtown Saint John. It is a foggy afternoonnothing
new for this part of the worldand they are here to relax and raise a glass to the
ber-urban reno that won their 3,000-square-foot century house a segment
in the HGTV show Original Home Tour. But for Robert Moore, a poet and
professor of English at the University of New Brunswick, and his partner, Judith Mackin,
owner and president of marketing company Punch Productions, this day of celebration takes
an unexpected turn. On an impulse, they go for a stroll, climb a hilland before they have
descended, they decide to build a house on its peak.
Dream Building
Last spring, Judith Mackin and Robert Moore purchased a rugged
property with a view of the Bay of Fundy in downtown Saint John.
Now, theyre building a house on itand IA&D is reporting on
their progress, every step of the journey.
Photography by Bruce MacNeil
WI NTER 2011 37
FROM THE GROUND UP
Saint John, N.B.
IA&D will follow Judith Mackin and
Robert Moore as they go through the
process of designing and building their
house. In this issue, were exploring the
genesis of their project. Next issue, well
peer over their shoulders as they dissect
two sets of blueprints and decide which
one will become their new home.
The hill is a steep, rock-strewn slope in
the core of Saint John. Why the abandoned
2-acre property has eluded development for
decades remains a mystery. Not only is it the
largest inll lot downtown, it has a 90-degree
view of the city. Above it is the historic
mansion of the founder of Red Rose Tea; to
the west, cruise ships in the Bay of Fundy and
the Carleton Martello Tower, a 30-foot-high
fortress erected during the War of 1812; to the east, the towering stack of an oil ren-
ery and other reminders of heavy industry; and to the south, an urban panorama that
captures everything, from the tallest ofce tower to the cross atop the Cathedral of the
Immaculate Conception.
When Moore and Mackin reached the top of the hill, it was Moore who declared, I
want to build a house here. True, the drywall dust had barely settled from the renova-
tion of their current home. How then to explain this turnabout? It was the potential the
couple immediately saw: to build something brand new from the ground upwithout
renovating. They had always lived in old, cold houses, Mackin says, and theyd always
tried (successfully, it must be noted) to negotiate their admiration for clean modern
lines and contemporary styles within a respectful treatment of traditional architecture.
A typical example of their skill at marrying the two is the sleek moulded-plastic patio
set by prolic designer Philippe Starck that now sits easily in their century-old home.
But something about the radical topography, as Moore describes it, of this big green
space in the heart of the city inspired them with the idea of creating a house that was bold,
uncompromising, and new.
They purchased the property. Next, they hired the Acre Collective, a Saint Johnbased
A
[ THE ARCHITECTS ]
Robert Moore and Judith Mackin (left) did not pick the
easiest property (above) on which to build. Its steep pitch,
rocky terrain, and access challenges will all have an effect
on their homes design possibilitiesand the bottom line.
But the beauty of the site and its views drew them in.
[ Part 1: THE SITE ]
The Acre Collective is an art, design, and
architecture practice based in Saint John.
Co-founded by architects Monica Adair and
Stephen Kopp (above), both graduates of the
University of Toronto, the Acre was included in
last years Twenty + Change, an exhibition
program that showcases emerging Canadian
architects and designers. Adair and Kopp were
also the 2010 recipients of the Gerald Sheff
Visiting Professorship in Architecture at McGill
University in Montreal.
The rms signature sense of playfulness is
nowhere more apparent than in their award-
winning design for a public art installation at
the new Saint John Transit Operations Centre.
At 90 metres long, the sculpture is comprised
of 85 aluminum panels that juxtapose the vivid
colours of street signs to reinterpret the
language of the road. The red and gold of stop
signs and yield signs add an element of colour
to the often-foggy city of Saint John. Better still,
because the artwork is made of the same
material as street signs, at night it reects
the light. S.R.
The hill is a steep, rock str
the core of Saint John. Why the abandoned
2-acre property has eluded development for
tery Not only is it the
The Acre Collective is an art, design,
architecture practice based in Saint John.
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largest inll lot downtown, it has a 90-degree
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mansion of the founder of Red Rose Tea; to
the west, cruise ships in the Bay of Fundy and
n Martello Tower, a 30-foot-high
k of an oil ren-
Co-founded y
Stephen Kopp (above), both graduates of the
University of Toronto, the Acre was included in
last years Twenty + Change, an exhibition
programthat showcases emerging Canadian
architects and designers. Adair and Kopp were
also the 2010 recipients of the Gerald Sheff
Professorship in Architecture at McGill
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In the winter 2011 issue of IA&D, we introduced you to Robert Moore and Judith Mackin, who
had just purchased a steeply pitched lot with a view of the Bay of Fundy in downtown Saint
John. Inspired by this green space in the heart of the city, the couple quickly formed a mental image
of the new, modern house they would build on its peak. They began working with Acre Architects (formerly The Acre Collective) to create a design. Acre
principals Monica Adair and Stephen Kopp developed conceptual drawings for the house, a two-
level structure they dubbed The Belvedere for its intended command of the setting and the view.
But the architects were also compelled to point out the obstacles to building on a site with such
radical topographyrocky terrain, a 100-foot rise and two separate levels of groundparticularly
the high costs associated with creating access and supplying services to the site.
The firm encouraged Robert and Judith to take a hard, practical look at their plans and
reconsider the siting of the house. In fact, this is an essential and ongoing part of any home design
or renovation: adapting the plans to suit the realities of site, budget and other constraints. Then,
the architects went back to the drawing board and devised a new concept: Into the Wild. The house
would be built on the broader middle level of the property and complemented by a small second-
ary structure at the peak, reached by way of a two-minute stroll over a zigzagged path. Heres how
Judith and Robert altered their plans without letting go of their dream. The Editors
Rethink, Redraw, Resolve
A New Brunswick couple and their architects face the realities of building
on a rugged property and alter their homes design to suit the setting.
FROM THE GROUND UP
Saint John, N.B.
Above: The architects created a three-dimensional modeleven photographing Judith and Roberts paintings and sculptures and displaying them in miniaturethat allowed the couple (opposite) to envision the spaces and plot the placement of furniture and art in their future home.
Top: A drawing of the house is superimposed on a photograph of the setting to foster an understanding of the houses exterior.
Opposite, bottom: Early drawings of two concepts of the home: the initial plan, known as The Belvedere, and the revised version, called Into the Wild.
[ Part 2: THE DESIGN ]
SPRI NG 2011 41
1
Simply put, a house at the top of the hill would be more expensive to
build, especially if preparing the foundation requires the use of
dynamite. The architects also estimated an additional $250 per linear
metre to take services up the hill.
Rethinking, redesigning and rening the concept
[ STEP BY STEP ]
2
Building at the peak, which offers a smaller area of at land, would mean
essentially creating a house of stairsthat is, with several levels. The
staggered elevation could become a limiting factor in Judith and Roberts plan to
grow old in this house. Building on the broader middle ground creates the
opportunity for decks, terraces and walkways that ow seamlessly on one level
from the principal rooms, and the outdoors can be an integral part of the home. 3
Judith and Robert discovered a precedent for building on middle
ground when they learned that the sites original 19th-century house
once stood there. And then they happened to watch a documentary about
Frank Lloyd Wright. Wright says that you should never build on a hill,
says Robert. If you build on a hill, you lose the hill.
4
The rock face of the hill, with its various formations, creates a natural
amphitheatre and is arguably the most dramatic physical feature on the
property. The Belvedere plan, which opted for the higher building site, would
have relegated the rock face to a view enjoyed only in passing on the way up the
driveway. Building on the new site positions it front and centre. 5
The lot is large and has many points of access, and because it has
been vacant for several decades it has generally been regarded as
public property. Part of the appeal of building on higher ground was that
it would make the house more secure and private. Adair and Kopp
demonstrated that it was possible to arrange walls, fences and sightlines
in a way to afford an equal sense of security on the middle ground, where
there is actually more protection and privacy.
6
Building at the top of the property would have meant landscaping all of the
land below; building in the middle and leaving the top wild preserves natural
habitat, while reducing costs.
Design 1: The Belvedere
Design 2: Into the Wild
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One year ago, in the winter 2011 issue of International Architecture &
Design, we introduced you to Robert Moore and Judith Mackin, who
had purchased a rugged, steeply pitched lot in downtown Saint John with
a view of the Bay of Fundy. Inspired by this still-natural green space in the
heart of the city, the couple planned to build a new, modern house on it.
Enter Monica Adair and Stephen Kopp, principals of New Brunswick
rmAcre Architects. They worked with Judith and Robert (above) to create
a designa multi-layered process that required going back to the draw-
ing board when it was determined that the original design on the
intended site would prove too costly and difcult to build. Asecond
site was agreed upon, and a second design was developed. In the
spring 2011 issue of IA&D, we presented their fully developed plans
for their dreamhome. And as spring got underway in Saint John,
the building began.
Writer Suzanne Robicheau has been tracking Judith and
Roberts project since the early design meetings with Kopp and
Adair. As the excavationand building progressed over the spring,
summer and fall of 2011, she monitored the houses advanc-
esand its setbacksand witnessed rst-hand its impressive,
steady materialization. Here, Suzanne shares her record of the
proceedings and brings IA&D readers up to date on the state
of Judith and Roberts dreamhome. The Editors
[ Part 3: THE BUILD ]
FROM THE GROUND UP
Saint John, N.B.
From Abstract
to Concrete
A new home is taking shape out of the ideas and
inspiration of a Saint John couple and their architects.
BY SUZANNE ROBICHEAU
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY ACRE ARCHITECTS/
PORTRAIT BY BRUCE MACNEIL
home, picturing himself upstairs, thanks to an early architectural
rendering that depicted him there. Thats the power of an image,
observes Adair.
Late April
Work is progressingbut the wettest spring on record in New
Brunswick is causing unexpected delays. The excavation work for
the foundation and basement level stretches into its fourth week.
There is rock where we didnt want it, and no rock where we need
it, says Adair.
May
The building permit has been issued. Its wonderful news for Judith and
Robertbut not for some of the neighbours. Theyre unhappy about
losing access to a long-vacant lot they had come to view as a local
park and nature preserve in the midst of the city. Most of them come
around; a few do not.
March
The team is now in placeAcre Architects, led by Monica Adair and
Stephen Kopp; the engineers; and general contracting rm The Urban
Farmer. In preparation for clearing the site, a geotechnical investigation
will determine the best route to deliver utility services. But until the
digging starts, theres no way to know how much rock needs to be
excavated. Work begins on a 100-metre winding driveway from the
road to the site.
Early April
The driveway is in, nally. Digging has been surprisingly easy. There
has been only one change in the route, when an imposing layer of
rock had to be accommodated. Meanwhile, the trenches being dug
for the utilities have unearthed more obstacles. Besides trees, there
are pipes, sandstone and a surprising amount of rubble from an old
brick foundation that have to be removed. As excavators arrive to
begin the next step in taming this wild site, Robert envisions his new
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In the winter 2011 issue of IA&D, we introduced you to Robert Moore and Judith Mackin, who
had just purchased a steeply pitched lot with a view of the Bay of Fundy in downtown Saint
John. Inspired by this green space in the heart of the city, the couple quickly formed a mental image
of the new, modern house they would build on its peak. They began working with Acre Architects (formerly The Acre Collective) to create a design. Acre
principals Monica Adair and Stephen Kopp developed conceptual drawings for the house, a two-
level structure they dubbed The Belvedere for its intended command of the setting and the view.
But the architects were also compelled to point out the obstacles to building on a site with such
radical topographyrocky terrain, a 100-foot rise and two separate levels of groundparticularly
the high costs associated with creating access and supplying services to the site. The firm encouraged Robert and Judith to take a hard, practical look at their plans and
reconsider the siting of the house. In fact, this is an essential and ongoing part of any home design
or renovation: adapting the plans to suit the realities of site, budget and other constraints. Then,
the architects went back to the drawing board and devised a new concept: Into the Wild. The house
would be built on the broader middle level of the property and complemented by a small second-
ary structure at the peak, reached by way of a two-minute stroll over a zigzagged path. Heres how
Judith and Robert altered their plans without letting go of their dream. The Editors
Rethink, Redraw, Resolve A New Brunswick couple and their architects face the realities of building
on a rugged property and alter their homes design to suit the setting.
FROM THE GROUND UP
Saint John, N.B.
Above: The architects created a three-dimensional modeleven photographing Judith and Roberts paintings and sculptures and displaying them in miniaturethat allowed the couple (opposite) to envision the spaces and plot the placement of furniture and art in their future home. Top: A drawing of the house is superimposed on a photograph of the setting to foster an understanding of the houses exterior. Opposite, bottom: Early drawings of two concepts of the home: the initial plan, known as The Belvedere, and the revised version, called Into the Wild.
[ Part 2: THE DESIGN ]
SPRI NG 2011 41
1 Simply put, a house at the top of the hill would be more expensive to build, especially if preparing the foundation requires the use of dynamite. The architects also estimated an additional $250 per linear metre to take services up the hill.
Rethinking, redesigning and rening the concept
[ STEP BY STEP ]
2 Building at the peak, which offers a smaller area of at land, would mean essentially creating a house of stairsthat is, with several levels. The staggered elevation could become a limiting factor in Judith and Roberts plan to grow old in this house. Building on the broader middle ground creates the opportunity for decks, terraces and walkways that ow seamlessly on one level from the principal rooms, and the outdoors can be an integral part of the home. 3 Judith and Robert discovered a precedent for building on middle ground when they learned that the sites original 19th-century house once stood there. And then they happened to watch a documentary about Frank Lloyd Wright. Wright says that you should never build on a hill, says Robert. If you build on a hill, you lose the hill. 4 The rock face of the hill, with its various formations, creates a natural amphitheatre and is arguably the most dramatic physical feature on the property. The Belvedere plan, which opted for the higher building site, would have relegated the rock face to a view enjoyed only in passing on the way up the driveway. Building on the new site positions it front and centre. 5 The lot is large and has many points of access, and because it has been vacant for several decades it has generally been regarded as public property. Part of the appeal of building on higher ground was that it would make the house more secure and private. Adair and Kopp demonstrated that it was possible to arrange walls, fences and sightlines in a way to afford an equal sense of security on the middle ground, where there is actually more protection and privacy. 6 Building at the top of the property would have meant landscaping all of the land below; building in the middle and leaving the top wild preserves natural habitat, while reducing costs.
Design 1: The Belvedere Design 2: Into the Wild
11 Simply put, a a house at t build, especia ally if prepa dynamite. The arc chitects also metre to take ser ervices up the
RReth ethinkin king ng, reed eth [[[ STEP BY SSTEP
22 Building at t essentially cr stagge gered elevation grow o w old in this hou oppoortunity for deck k from the principal ro o 3333 Judith and Rob obert discovered ed ground whe en they learned th once stood there. . And then they h y h Frank Lloyd Wrigh ht. Wright says s says Robert. If you you build on a hil l 44 The rock face o o amphitheatre e a prop perty. The Belved d have ve relegated the ro o driv veway. Building on 555 The lot is larg ge and has m man been vacant fo for several dec eca public property. Part rt of the appe ea Part it would make the e house more se e demonstrated that t it was possibl ible in a way to afford an an equal sens se o there is actually mo more protection n a 66 Building at the land below; bui bui habita at, while redu uci
ing
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Early April Early July
plemented by a sm ll
home, picturing himself upstairs, thanks to
rendering that depicted him there. Thats th
observes Adair.
Late April
Work is progressingbut the wettest sprin
Brunswick is causing unexpected delays. T
the foundation and basement level stretche
There is rock where we didnt want it, and
it, says Adair.
May
The building permit has been issued. Its won
Robertbut not for some of the neighbours.
losing access to a long-vacant lot they had c
park and nature preserve in the midst of the c
around; a few do not.
Early July arly Ju
hed by way of a tw i th a d R b
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY ACRE ARCHITECTS/
PORTRAIT BYBRUCE MACNEIL
Acre Architects, led by Monica Adair and
rs; and general contracting rm The Urban
earing the site, a geotechnical investigation
e to deliver utility services. But until the
ay to know how much rock needs to be
a 100-metre winding driveway from the
Digging has been surprisingly easy. There
in the route, when an imposing layer of
ated. Meanwhile, the trenches being dug
hed more obstacles. Besides trees, there
a surprising amount of rubble from an old
to be removed. As excavators arrive to
ing this wild site, Robert envisions his new
Saint John, N.B.
Above: The architects created a three-dimensional modeleven photographing Judith and Roberts paintings and sculptures and displaying them in miniaturethat allowed the couple (opposite) to envision the spaces and plot the placement of furniture and art in their future home. Top: A drawing of the house is superimposed on a photograph of the setting to foster an understanding of the houses exterior. Opposite, bottom: Early drawings of two concepts of the home: the initial plan, known as The Belvedere, and the revised version, called Into the Wild.
SPRI NG 2011 41
op of the hill would be more expensive to g the foundation requires the use of timated an additional $250 per linear .
igning and rening the concept
peak, which offers a smaller area of at land, would mean f ating a house of stairsthat is, with several levels. The could become a limiting factor in Judith and Roberts plan to ff se. Building on the broader middle ground creates the s, terraces and walkways that ow seamlessly on one level oms, and the outdoors can be an integral part of the home. d a precedent for building on middle hat the sites original 19th-century house happened to watch a documentary about that you should never build on a hill, you lose the hill. he hill, with its various formations, creates a natural d is arguably the most dramatic physical feature on the plan, which opted for the higher building site, would ff face to a view enjoyed only in passing on the way up the e new site positions it front and centre. ints of access, and because it has it has generally been regarded as uilding on higher ground was that nd private. Adair and Kopp range walls, fences and sightlines rity on the middle ground, where vacy. he property would have meant landscaping all of the the middle and leaving the top wild preserves natural
the to to aring ng o es sti hill. l.
dees si P ]
the p he p re eat n co us se ks ks oo ed
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Saint John, N.B.
SUMMER 2013 45
The modern faade of the house is a meeting of solidity
and transparency, lightness and weight. Clad in weathered
wood siding repurposed from a Wyoming snow fence, and
accented with black steel window frames, the exterior has
a toughness that suits the urban setting, says architect
Stephen Kopp. The site is between two old, very different
neighbourhoods, Kopp explains. So, the house isnt
sleek or ostentatious. We consciously chose not to build
a perfect white box on a hill. The home is sited to take
advantage of the views, including that of the spectacular
rock that was part of the propertys initial appeal.
THE BACK STORY
If you missed any of the earlier chapters
in our series on the building of this New
Brunswick dream house, you can fnd
them on iadmagazine.com.
TIMELINE
Spring 2010
The land is purchased.
June 2010
Judith and Robert have their frst design
meeting with Acre Architects.
July 2010
The owners are presented with two
design concepts; one is chosen.
April 2011
A 100-metre driveway is constructed from
the road to the site.
AprilJune 2011
Excavation for the foundation and
basement level; the foundation is poured.
July 2011
Framing for the main level is completed
and the main-foor joists are in place. The
basement walls are erected. Services are
installed, ready for connection.
August 2011
The subfoor on the main level is in place,
some pre-assembled walls are erected,
and the steel framework is installed.
September 2011
The upper level materializes: fooring
joists and subfoor are installed, and the
steel framework and the upper walls are
now in place.
October 2011
Vandals do minor damage. The roof
framing and roof installation are complete.
December 2011
The local supplier of their German-
manufactured windows goes out of
businessnecessitating a search for new
windows and a four-month delay.
January 2012
On New Years Day, Robert and Judith
discover that thieves have broken in
during the holidays and removed the
homes copper wiring.
April 2012
The windows are installed at last. Now
the interior fnishesfooring, painting,
furnishingcan fnally go in.
August 2012
Move-in day!
FROM THE GROUND UP
SUMMER 2013 47
a crisp, cool afternoon, Judith
Mackin and Robert Moore trudge up the steep path of their
property on a hill in downtown Saint John. With the backdrop of
dusk, the lit-up windows beckon from their new home, which sits
on a plateau about 40 feet from the topa modern tableau set
above the historic port city.
Judith makes this climb to the top of the site on a daily basis,
sometimes accompanied by their Boston terriers, Scout and Macie.
We sneak up here and spy on Robert, she says, laughing.
There have been many times since construction of the house
began, in the spring of 2011, when laughter was a lot harder to
nd. Despite some unfortunate surprises along the way, more
extensive site preparations than expected, record-setting rainfall
during the months of building, and incidents of petty vandalism,
completion of the house was still on track for December 2011. And
then things went terribly wrong.
As the couple made plans to spend Christmas in their new
home, give up their rental and retrieve their belongings from
storagethey sold their previous house in September 2011news
came that the local supplier of their German-manufactured alumi-
num-clad windows had disappeared. The windows were sitting
in a warehouse about an hour away, says architect Stephen Kopp,
but there was no one with the specialized knowledge to install
Saint John, N.B.
ON
Opposite: In a house with so many windows, it was essential to designate an art wall
for changing displays from the collection of owners Judith Mackin and Robert Moore
(above). The weathered wood siding forms a continual thread from the outside, so
the outdoors doesnt just stop at the edge of the house, Adair explains. The wood
is an arrow, she says, that pulls the gaze from the view of the art to views of the site
beyond. Dining table, Bruce Gray. For art credits, see p. 89.
Right: The kitchen is the only
space that feels all white,
Adair says. Everywhere else,
the books, the wood, the
furnitureeverything else
adds colour. The light-
lled 15-by-17-foot kitchen
borrows visually from
the open living-dining area
beyond its framework and
from its two-storey height.
By leaving it open to the loft
level, the architects supplied
a multiplicity of views and
light sources that contribute
to the sense of spaciousness.
The bases of the table and
banquette in the dining nook
get a rustic touch from the
same weathered siding as that
used outside the home.
FROM THE GROUND UP
SUMMER 2013 49
Opposite: The steel staircase with glass
railing, fabricated by local steelmakers,
is an industrial look with a modern edge.
Viewed from any angle, it achieves the
architects goal that it not take up too
much real estate. Within the grid of
oor-to-ceiling bookshelves, alcoves with
views to the outdoors are designated
pet-friendly zones. The owners originally
considered polished concrete for the
main oor but opted instead for the
more rened look of this light grey tile.
On the wall is Nazareth (2003) by Rick
Burns. Floor tile, Ciot.
Saint John, N.B.
them and, because of that, no warranty once they were installed.
Other, similar window products were more expensive, and
available materials, such as residential vinyl, could not meet the
requirements of the designs large spans of glazing. So, the search
began to nd affordable alternatives. The architects nally discov-
ered a line of hurricane-resistant, steel-reinforced vinyl windows
that are sold in Floridaand manufactured in New Brunswick.
It took another two months to get the vinyl windows in a black
exterior nish that is, in Kopps words, badass enough to match
the project site and aesthetic. During that period, the house
sat empty, exposed and vulnerable to the winds and snow of a
Saint John winter, as well as to another assaultthieves broke in
over the Christmas holidays and stripped the house of its copper
wiring. That was a very emotional time, recalls Judith, with
some restraint.
Meanwhile, the architects had to reduce the size of some of the
openings to accommodate the new windowsa design change
thats not noticeable now, architect Monica Adair notes, but one
that required them to alter some of the plans for the interior, too.
It was April when the windows were nally put in place. Only then
could the installation of the nal nishing details commence
ooring, xtures, tiling, painting. After months of sitting and wait-
ing, during which tradespeople had scattered to other projects,
it was a whirlwind time, with all hands pitching in to bring the
project to its close.
On July 1, 2012, Judith and Robert invited friends to celebrate
Canada Day on the deck of their still-unfinished house. Our
things were in storage, so all we had was lawn furniture, Judith
says of that stressful time. When it started to rain, we scrambled
to move everything inside. But at least she knew then that they
were almost out of the woods.
In late August, the couple moved into their new home, a
structure that looks remarkably like the architects model. They
didnt take shortcuts, notes Kopp. Most people would have
settled for something else to get it nished faster.
Gritty and solid, the house fits the location as easily as its
nearest neighboura polite Victorian mansion constructed in
1904 for the owner of the Red Rose tea company. The north faade
of Judith and Roberts home presents a careful balance of solidity
and transparency, lightness and weight. The solids, in particular
the jutting mass of the upstairs loft, are carefully balanced by the
voids created by the glass-walled main oor and the upper-level
deck articulated by a stained cedar railing. Instrumental in allow-
ing the structure to blend into its surroundings is the weathered
black-and-cinnamon-coloured wood siding, repurposed from
a Wyoming snow fence. With the black-framed windows, and
industrial-look Corten steel cladding on the garage, the exterior
palette has an intentional toughness, Kopp says. It contrasts
with the inside, which is more white, and rened.
Those fence boards also find new life inside: as flooring on
Below: Rough Corten steel was fabricated
in panels to give it an ordered quality.
It has textures, layers, warmth,
Adair says. It feels contemporary.
When the panels arrived, they were
a disconcertingly bright yellow; they
weathered to this rust hue over two
months time. It was an unexpected
development for interested neighbours,
many of whom watched the progress
of the build with binoculars. During
a recent house tour, some expressed
concern that the garage was rusting.
FROM THE GROUND UP
SUMMER 2013 51
Saint John, N.B.
A large part of the upper oor is an open loft space used
as a second sitting area (see next page also). A deep built-in
window seat that almost disappears into the woodwork
remains true to the minimalist aesthetic, as does a wall-
mounted gel replace. As Kopp says, the idea was to let
the site do the talking, not focus on the interior. The
ooring on this level is a rened version of the homes
exterior siding, sealed for a smoother nish.
Prairie tables and Delano chair, both by Gus* Modern;
area rug by Chilewich. All through Tuck Studio.
New Brunswick pp44-55.indd 51 13-06-03 11:17 AM
FROM THE GROUND UP
Left: The windows of the loft are
positioned to capture views of the rock
that is one of the sites key assets and
was part of the inspiration for the project.
Judith found the Orbit chandelier by
Patrick Townsend; its light clusterslike
reworks, Adair saysare visible from
both levels of the house. The walls of the
laundry area, the only room in the house
without a window, stop inches short of
the ceiling to aid air circulation and allow
natural light in. Flip sofa by Gus* Modern,
Tuck Studio. Neon crow sculpture, Ryan
Livingstone. Clay vessel, Darren Emenau.
Opposite, below: Judiths ofce sits to the
left of the entryway, facing the courtyard.
Blue Truss chair by Gus* Modern. Branches
chandelier, Brothers Dressler.
A generous deck, accessible on the loft
level, was landscaped with an integrated
pattern of plantings and staggered boards.
The deck railing was crafted from wooden
posts painted to match the Corten steel
cladding on the garage and standard
plastic panels from The Home Depot.
Opposite, top: Architects Stephen Kopp
and Monica Adair
SUMMER 2013 53
the loft level, where they were planed and then sealed, and as
nishing material for a storage bench and kitchen banquette. In
addition, the architects used them as a wall nish in the main-
oor living space. Here, the boards appear to slide in from an
exterior wall, blurring the distinction, not only between indoors
and outdoors but alsogiven the similarity to AutoCad soft-
ware images mounted in the architects modelbetween
illusion and reality.
Also faithful to the architects drawingsright down to the
paintings on the wallis the open-concept living space. The main
oor is a linear plan of kitchen, dining and living areas, all open to
each other and rendered in a cool white palette thats the backdrop
to a collection of modern furnishings and art. The showstopper on
this level is the steel checker-plate staircase without risers, which
leaves the view toward the front of the house unobstructed, and,
behind it, a massive installation of oor-to-ceiling bookshelves.
The space reflects Judith and Roberts passion for all things
modern. A linear replace and wall insets for log storage set the
stage for Roberts Eames chair, while the black-and-white cowhide
doubles as an extra bed for the dogs, whose coats match the rug.
Bisecting the room is a 10-foot live-edge elm table designed by New
Brunswick craftsman Bruce Gray. In the kitchen, the expanse of
white Corian countertop provides a sleek complement to windows
that frame the constantly changing view outside. We knew from
the beginning that we wanted high-gloss cabinets and a restrained
palette, says Judith, but as time went on, we edited the look even
more with touch-release cabinets.
The kitchen wow factor comes from the Orbit chandeliers by
industrial designer Patrick Townsend. Theres a wow too, albeit
subtler, from the mutable backsplashremovable acrylic panels
Judith designed as an alternative to tile. A showcase for every-
thing from menus and maps to magazine covers, the panels
currently display a stylized cow-skull image from Roberts recently
published book of poetry, The Golden Book of Bovinities.
Saint John, N.B.
There is a dialogue with the city that
happens when you are there, Adair says
of the site. Adds Kopp: In fall and winter
you can see the city. In spring and
summer, when the leaves come in,
theres an incredibly dense canopy. The
house turns inward. It feels like youve
gone somewhere else.
At the top of the stairs, a glass guardrail in the loft area overlooks
the kitchen below. From this vantage point, clerestory windows
capture the 100-foot rock face outside. Framing the rock face was
key from the beginning of the project, Adair says. We wanted to
capture views of that rock from a few different places in the loft.
On the opposite wall, west-facing windows gather in a broad
view of Saint John and the Bay of Fundy. I never imagined being
this high in the trees, says Robert. Aligned with these windows,
a glazed door opens to a staggered array of deck boards and one of
the regions rst residential green roofs, where several species of
sedum soldier on as natural air exchangers.
The loft is anchored by a wide window seat with deep cushions
for comfortable lounging alongside a gel replace. A corridor
at the other end of this space leads to the laundry room, guest
room, master bedroom and adjoining batha sanctuary of round
white mosaic tiles and sleek hardware. Despite the artful appoint-
mentsa glass-enclosed shower and a square-cornered tub
sometimes the main attraction is simply the option to observe a
passing deer outside.
Both the guest room and master bedroom are small by todays
standards, but built-in cabinetry contains clutter and eliminates
the need for free-standing furniture. In both bedrooms, light
floods through floor-to-ceiling windows, creating a sense of
spaciousness that belies actual room size.
Difficulty with modern building methods, an abundance of
custom features, and necessary changes in plan and materials
all sent costs for the project more than 25 per cent above budget.
Building something unconventional is pretty tricky in these
parts, says Adair. And so, the reecting pool is on hold, landscap-
ing will be done in stages and, for now, a planned retreat at the top
of the hill will be more belvedere deck than enclosed structure.
In hindsight, its interesting, Adair says of the design process.
You start with simple volumes because youre trying to maintain
simplicity of construction. But as you start to understand the site,
you begin to turn and twist the forms, to hide some views and
open up others. By way of example, she recalls that they had origi-
nally placed the garage at a 90-degree angle to the house. Then
Stephen rotated it at one meeting, she says, and that seemingly
simple change led to the courtyard off Judiths ofce, and the roof
deck, and the covered entrance.
Mindful of the increase in cost and extensive delays during
construction, Kopp and Adair gathered their courage and asked
their clients what, if anything, they could have done differently.
The answer was quite surprising.
We didnt like the way water from the scuppers poured down
in front of the tub window in the upper bath, says Judith. Then
Stephen explained that scuppers were purposely positioned to
create a small waterfall. Now we love it. We love all of it.

FROM THE GROUND UP
Below: The architects took maximum
advantage of the homes spectacular
country-in-the-city setting to provide
two opposing views from the master
bedrooms large windowsall urban
on one side and all nature on the other.
A dropped ceiling makes the wall of
cabinetry appear built-in, rather than
free-standing. An all-white envelope of
walls, ceiling, window and door frames
and furnitureincluding the headboard
and built-in side tablesallows the
focus to remain on the views.
Wassily chair by Marcel Breuer through
Knoll, from Design Within Reach.
Artemide Tolomeo lamp, Attica.
Bottom: In the upstairs bathroom,
tiny mosaic tiles add delicacy, while an
all-glass shower enclosure and oating
vanity have little visual weight. The
square-edged Wetstyle tub sits in a cosy
nook by the window, proffering another
view out to the rock on the site.
Opposite: One of the changes to the
design plan in the early stages included
the addition of a basement to house
Tuck Studio, Judiths modern home
design shop. Difculty with excavation
led to another alteration: the house was
built on a higher grade and a terraced
set of entry steps was added.
SUMMER 2013 55
Saint John, N.B.
E&O.E: This information is from sources which we deem reliable, but must be verified by prospective purchasers and may be subject to change or withdrawal. *Real Estate Broker, **Certified Real Estate Broker. Real estate agency. Independently
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longueuil, QC | $1,695,000 | MlS 9446634
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cOnteMPORARy ARt
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A RURAL MAsteRPiece
aurora, on | $9,950,000 | MlS n2537828
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sUMMeR sAnctUARy
Caledon, on | $8,800,000 | MlS W2534835
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161 Coldstream avenue, toronto, on | $3,925,000 | MlS C2630157
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110 Crawford Crescent, Campbellville, on | $1,269,000
executive home in the village of campbellville. this spectacular one acre property offers
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HOMe OF bLAcKbeRRy
84 Somerset Crescent, Waterloo, on | $1,575,000
state-of-the-art, fully renovated 3+2 bedroom contemporary, open concept multi-level
residence, on a private 1/2 acre lot backing onto the prestigious Westmount golf and
country club. Outstanding energy eff icient home, on a desirable Waterloo cul-de-sac.
DebbIe PeaRCe
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cOnteMPORARy MAsteRPiece - sARAH RicHARdsOn design
6979 nottawasaga 36/37 Sideroad east, Clearview, on | $3,990,000 | MlS x2538632
this Altius designed masterpiece is situated in perfect harmony with its surroundings. sustainability and green technology were emphasized in the building of this home. contemporary
free flowing design encompasses a spacious 4, 500 sq.ft. floor plan. A rich pallette of interior finishes are imbued by the abundant light that filters graciously throughout the home. An indoor
pool with waterfall adds a zen like ambiance and a quiet place to reflect. this magnificent estate includes an adjacent artists studio with 3-car garage and a fully self contained guest cottage.
Over 40 acres with trails and spring fed pond. Located within a 1. 5 hour drive to toronto and just minutes to georgian bay, collingwood and blue Mountain.
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MUsKOKA, LAKe ROsseAU, tObins isLAnd
100-R60 tobins Island, Muskoka, on | $869,000 | MlS 481410251
A classic Muskoka cottage cherished for nearly 100 years by one family. Uninterrupted views,
amazing privacy and 266 frontage on Lake Rosseau. the boathouse provides additional
accommodation, its perfect for games and social activities. close to all golf courses and amenities.
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cAttLe And cAsH cROP FARM
727458 21 Sideroad, blue Mountains, on | $8,600,000 | MlS x2484340
Farm and ranch. 690+ acres of rolling farmland located in the town of the blue Mountains,
canadas premier year round recreational destination. existing award-winning artisan beef
cattle business. Large cash crop potential. 9 bedroom main house with swimming pool.
Farm managers house, 5 barns, off ices with boardroom, heated workshop and garage.
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eXecUtiVe tURn Key LiVing
10 Rebecca Street, oakville, on | $1,695,000 | MlS 2049800
truly stunning 3 bedroom detached home just steps to downtown Oakville and Harbour.
this great alternative to a townhouse or condo offers over 3,800 sq.ft. of finished living space
including custom millwork and handcrafted cabinets, Limestone, caesar stone, sisal and
hardwood. elevator to 5 levels and rooftop terrace.
MAgniFicent cOUntRy estAte in cAMPbeLLViLLe
8160 twiss Road, Campbellville, on | $5,490,000 | MlS 2041891
stunning custom built home with 14,000 sq.ft. of finished living space, 4+1 bedrooms, and 6
bathrooms. Meticulous details and opulent finishes throughout. 10 ft. ceilings, 6 fireplaces, main
floor master suite, spectacular chefs kitchen, home theatre, pool and cabana. All set on 118
breathtaking acres of picturesque countryside.
neW engLAnd styLe HOMe in OLde OAKViLLe
276 Gloucester avenue, oakville, on | $3,199,000 | MlS 2054956
custom designed home nestled on a desirable tree lined street in the heart of Oakville.
Luxurious european touches grace the home throughout. boasting an exceptional chef s
kitchen, two storey living room, 5+1 bedrooms, 5 f ireplaces, 7 bathrooms and a main f loor
master suite that overlooks the pool and inviting gardens.
in-tOWn geORgiAn estAte
140 Chartwell Road, oakville, on | $4,745,000 | MlS 2053567
Follow the winding cobblestone laneway to this majestic 1.29 acre estate in the heart of Olde
Oakville. Featuring a beautiful music/sunroom addition and a full kitchen renovation by gren
Weis, 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 3-car garage, pool and pool house, covered porch and a tennis
court in a truly peaceful and private setting.
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FRencH MAnOR On gOLF cOURse
19 Glorious Song lane, aurora, on | $4,888,000 | MlS n258844
nestled upon approximately 1 acre in the gated community of Adena Meadows, this
French Manor backs onto the prestigious Magna golf course. enjoy summer days in the
inf inity pool and hot tub and evenings beneath the brick loggia with its stone f ireplace and
wet bar all surrounded by spectacularly landscaped grounds.
ResORt LiVing eXPeRience
6302 emerald links Drive, ottawa, on | $1,595,000 | MlS 868575
treat your family to the resort living experience. this 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom home
features: highest quality icF (insulated concrete Forms) construction, meticulously
maintained inground pool and tennis court with night lighting, extensive landscaping with
mature trees, custom interlock brick, gazebo and garden/work shed.
JeReMy levItt
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1.613.716.2220 jlevitt@sothebysrealty.ca
King city Residence
99 Collard Drive, king City, on | $1,698,000 | MlS n2590399
Located on over 2 acres and minutes from three prestigious private schools, this gated
custom-built home offers privacy while being only minutes from the city. With 2 kitchens,
2 laundry rooms and separate entrances to the lower level, this home is ideal for multi-
generational families or those requiring nanny quarters.
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eLegAnt FAMiLy HOMe On 4+ AcRes
1 Sherwood Glen, Greater toronto area, on | $2,388,000 | MlS n260330
this elegant family home is situated in a truly unique 4+ acre setting with sweeping
grounds and spectacular views. Located only minutes from all amenities, this home boasts
over 8, 500 sq.ft. of living space and can easily accommodate multigenerational families,
nanny quarters, or provide private professional off ice space.
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OntARiO / ALbeRtA
ALL is best isLAnd | big RideAU LAKe
big Rideau lake, on | $2,650,000 | MlS x2434889
exclusive 6 acre island with main house, guesthouse and boathouse with loft. designed by Julian
smith and once the home of Hamilton southam. Located between toronto, Montral and
Ottawa. A unique opportunity to own this prime property.
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1.514.963.6311 krossy@sothebysrealty.ca
cUstOMiZed HOMe in cOOPeRs cROssing
267 Coopers hill, airdrie, ab | $739,900 | MlS C3564178
this stunning 2,243 sq.ft. home has high end quartz counters, top of the line Kitchen Aid
appliances, sound proof media room, fully finished walk out basement, screened in patio with
fireplace and tV connection for ultimate outdoor living.
MIChelle CaRRe 1.403.815.9270 mcarre@sothebysrealty.ca
cAnMORe, bAnFF & tHe cAnAdiAn ROcKies
imagine the lifestyle that comes with living in the jewel of the canadian Rockies. summers f illed with hiking, biking, golf ing, f ly f ishing, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, mountain climbing,
outdoor concerts and festivals all while enjoying the areas world class restaurants and cafes. the vibrant mountain communities of canmore, banff and Kananaskis are a mere hour from
calgary and its international airport. With an enviable selection of mountain estate homes and condominium properties, the opportunities for you and your family are endless whether
you are looking for a new home, vacation property, or community to retire to; the mountains provide a serene and majestic setting for your life all year round. come see why canmore
is consistently rated one of the best communities in canada to call home.
ChRIStIan DuboIS cdubois@sothebysrealty.ca & ChRIStoPheR vInCent cvincent@sothebysrealty.ca www.canmorebanffrealestate.com
E&O.E: This information is from sources which we deem reliable, but must be verified by prospective purchasers and may be subject to change or withdrawal. Independently Owned & Operated.
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ChRIStIna haGeRty 1.403.264.8086 chagerty@sothebysrealty.ca www.calgarylofts.com
ChRIStIna haGeRty 1.403.264.8086 chagerty@sothebysrealty.ca www.calgarylofts.com
cOnteMPORARy tHRee stORey in sOUtH cALgARy
2037 29 avenue SW, Calgary, ab | $1,650,000 | MlS C3556810
this exceptional modern build by shella bay Homes stands tall near the highest point
in the inner city. With three levels above grade and walkout basement, this home
boasts over 4,300 sq.ft. of developed space and outstanding views of the Rocky
Mountains and downtown skyline.
cOnteMPORARy HOMe in beAUtiFUL HiLLHURst
628 16a Street nW, Calgary, ab | $1,250,000 | MlS C3556782
this inviting home has been designed to captivate all who enter, with a feeling of warmth,
spaciousness and modern comforts. situated across the street from a playground, close to
Kensington and downtown, the location is prime.
tHRee bedROOM, tWO stORey cOndO At OVAtiOn
801 99 Spruce Place SW, Calgary, ab | $919,900 | MlS C3567383
combine an exciting location with spectacular downtown views, the most revered
amenities and an architectural impressive design and you will arrive here. grocers, schools,
parks, transit, cafes, a golf course are all within walking distance.
stUnning tWO bedROOM cOndO in ARRiVA
1603, 433 11 avenue Se, Calgary, ab | $589,900 | MlS C3565567
Featuring incredible views of the city, Rocky Mountains and River Valley through steel
framed, floor-to-ceiling windows that wrap the outer wall of the main living area. close to
17th Avenue, 4th street, downtown, transit, inglewood and everything one would expect
in a trendy neighbourhood.
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lISa toMalIn-ReeveS 1.403.650.4353 ltreeves@sothebysrealty.ca
sOPHisticAted AcReAge
255031 Willow Creek Rise, Calgary, ab | $2,495,000 | MlS C3564174
Located in Willow creek estates, this Laratta Homes 2-storey walk-out show home is an
irresistible blend of luxury, design, function and elegance. this stylish 5 bedroom home is
punctuated with sophisticated details such as carrera marble and coffered ceilings. Magnificent
panoramic mountain views on the 42 cedar deck.
cOnteMPORARy LUXURy
340 leighton view, Calgary, ab | $2,249,000 | MlS C3563503
this recently built walk-out bungalow is located just outside of the calgary city limits. Offering
5,440 sq.ft of living space, 4 spacious bedroom and stunning mountain view, this home is
perfect for indoor and outdoor entertaining and living. enjoy the luxurious finishing details.
this remarkable home will exceed your expectations.
sPectAcULAR snOWbeRRy ciRcLe
223 Snowberry Circle, Calgary, ab | $1,399,000 | MlS C3560673
this spectacular 2-storey walk-out home is located in the national award-winning community
of elbow Valley. Featuring over 4,800 sq.ft. of developed space, this spacious 5 bedroom
property, which backs onto an environmental reserve, is flooded with natural light from its
southern exposure. enjoy easy access to connected pathways and lakes.
PRiVAte OAsis
23 emerald bay Drive, Calgary, ab | $1,778,000 | MlS C3556715
nestled above the bow River, on a stunning 2 acre lot in emerald bay, this 5,000 sq.ft. walk-out
bungalow combines serenity with an active lifestyle. sweeping river views with access to private
mooring, boat launches, water skiing and golfing. come home and relax in your river front home.
SteWaRt J. loWe 1.403.850.0669 sjlowe@sothebysrealty.ca
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WiLLOWs OF WentWORtH
32 Wentwillow lane SW, Calgary, ab | $2,195,000 | MlS C3559347
nestled in the trees on a quiet cul-de-sac in the exclusive estate area Willows of
Wentworth, this pristine former show home is a true masterpiece designed for the most
discerning buyer. this 5 bedroom estate exudes luxury with modern family amenities and
over 5,000 sq.ft. of living quarters. Only 20 minutes from downtown calgary.
CoRInne PoffenRoth 1.403.804.2444 cpoffenroth@sothebysrealty.ca
PAnORAMic MOUntAin VistA
44 Slopes Grove SW, Calgary, ab | $1,650,000 | MlS C3568421
Located on a half acre, on the edge of the city, this stylish home boasts full panoramic mountain
views located in the slopes. Modern flair with over 5,500 sq.ft. on two levels, dual island kitchen,
5 bedrooms, 4 full and 2 half bathrooms with multiple decks and patios perfect for entertaining.
baRb RIChaRDSon 1.403.613.8737 brichardson@sothebysrealty.ca
inneR city eLegAnce
301/02 3204 Rideau Place SW, Calgary, ab | $499,900 | MlS C3567316
nestled amongst a 13 acre park in desireable Rideau Park, this south facing double unit
condo boasts of spaciousness and elegance designed by an award-winning architect. your 2
bedroom, 2 full bathroom home is ready to be developed with board approved plans and
building permit in place.
MIRanDa PeaRSon 1.403.988.6699 mpearson@sothebysrealty.ca
styLisH And MOdeRn inFiLL
2449 22a Street nW, Calgary, ab | $799,000 | MlS C3559189
new for 2013 - feature rich and solar ready, this gallery like, 3-storey home is located close
to University of calgary and downtown. Unique features such as rooftop terrace, garden-side
master, concrete floors/party wall, gourmet kitchen, quartz counters, generous windows and
soaring vaulted ceilings. built by daxzen Homes leaders in innovative inner city homes.
halyna Skala tataRyn 1.403.240.2020 htataryn@sothebysrealty.ca
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MaRk D. eveRnDen 1.403.829.3776 mevernden@sothebysrealty.ca
stUnning WOLVeRine cUstOM HOMe
63 Ranchers Crescent, okotoks, ab | $959,000 | MlS C3563958
stunning Wolverine custom built home nestled in one of Okotoks most unique family
communities, Ranchers Rise. 2,923 sq.ft, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, gourmet kitchen and
spiral staircase leading to upper level. this extraordinary home is surrounded by an extensive
nature trail and park.
AcReAge in tHe city
15 Pumphill Close SW, Calgary, ab | $8,680,000 | MlS C3538907
this gated masterpiece is on 1.68 acres and has nearly 10,000 sq.ft. of the finest living
quarters with 6 bedrooms and 7+1 bathrooms, all perfectly designed to offer the best
views of the city skyline. the 1,300 sq.ft. master suite with wood fireplace, wet bar, and six
piece bathroom makes this an exquisite and remarkable find.
WORLd cLAss eQUestRiAn FAciLity
township 412 & Range Road 271, lacombe, ab | $7,495,000 | MlS C3551482
this world class facility on 158 acres south of edmonton is complete with a stunning home
boasting nearly 9,000 sq.ft. of living quarters. the home features 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and
an open concept full of luxury designs. the facility itself is complete with a 140 x 350 ft. indoor
riding arena, rehab therapy centre, and equine spa.
dOUbLe W RAncHes
Range Road 31, bluffton, ab | $2,995,000 | MlS C3531965
this stunning equestrian facility with an exquisite home boasts 4,190 sq.ft. of living quarters
on 160 acres. the home features 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 9 ft. ceilings and a grand texas
fireplace. the amazing indoor 80 x 200 ft. riding arena and stables offer a meticulously
completed viewing lounge and office, washbay, tie stalls and emergency care facilities.
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eXecUtiVe cOUntRy LiVing
7 53223 Range Road 264 RD, edmonton, ab | $2,599,000 | MlS C3545817
backing onto Walker Lake and surrounded by parkland, nature, and golf courses, rests this one
acre estate with pristine landscaping and a grand home with over 8,500 sq.ft. of living quarters.
Features 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, a luxurious formal dining room, gourmet kitchen with
custom cabinetry, and in-slab heating throughout the home.
eUROPeAn estAte On PRiVAte LAKe
70 timber Ridge Way, MD Rockyview, ab | $3,990,000 | MlS C3563472
Welcome to the exclusive church Ranches located in the bearspaw area. this custom
bungalow has over 9,100 sq.ft. of living quarters with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms positioned
with a West facing back yard on a private lake with true nature in your yard.
PRestigiOUs gRiFFitH estAte HOMe
38 Discovery vista Point, SW, Calgary, ab | $1, 849,000 | MlS C3563436
Welcome to the prestigious griffith estate, one of the pioneers of springbank and the West
side of calgary. this estate offers over 8,700 sq.ft. of living quarters featuring 8 bedrooms,
7 bathrooms with 3 separate suites on 0.68 of an acre with mountain and lake views.
eXQUisite MOdeRn PARAgOn
28 Spring Willow Place SW, Calgary, ab | $1,599,000 | MlS C3549533
this award winning architecture home is 5,600+ sq.ft. highlighted by the breathtaking
atrium that brings life and energy into the whole home. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 5+1
bathrooms, elevator service, spacious living areas throughout, an open kitchen, wine cellar
and winemaking room. the 15,000 sq.ft. lot is the largest in the area.
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eXecUtiVe HOMe WitH MOUntAin VieWs
24 Church Ranches boulevard, Calgary, ab | $1,229,000 | MlS C3568155
tranquil country living and city convenience meet in this exquisite two acre estate with nearly
4,000 sq.ft. of living space, 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. in-floor heating, hardwood floors, a
gourmet kitchen with granite counters and maple cabinetry, and luxurious built-ins. Upgrades
throughout create a rich family atmosphere with lake privileges.
cUstOM bUiLd yOUR dReAM HOMe
#1 laMontagne estates, MD foothills, ab | $344,900 | MlS C3546847
Welcome to LaMontagne estates that offers executive country living with less than 5 minutes
to calgary. Position on the city limits this development features 2-3 acre lots and comes
complete with paved roads to each, along will all services. LaMontagne estates offers amazing
mountain views with wild life and nature in your backyard.
cOMPLete nAtURe
60 fishermans landing, Rural Rockyview County, ab | $1,349,000 | MlS
C3547565
surrounded by natural pathways and backing onto a private lake, this estate home with nearly
4,500 sq.ft. of living quarters features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, a great room showcasing
16 ft. cathedral ceilings, and a gourmet kitchen with granite counters. close to elbow Valley
golf club and minutes to calgary.
LUXURy Meets FAMiLy FUnctiOnAL
96 heritage Isle, DeWinton, ab | $1,499,000 | MlS C3558026
this 3,333 sq.ft. smart home in the award winning lake community of Heritage Pointe features
3 bedrooms, 2+1 bathrooms, a professional gourmet kitchen, and a blank canvas walkout
basement with 9 ft. ceilings. nestled on a quiet south-facing ravine complete with fully
landscaped yard with ultimate privacy.
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eLegAnt HOMe WitH A MiLLiOn dOLLAR ROOM
56 Sterling Springs Crescent, MD of Rural Rockyview, ab | $3,956,000 | MlS C3563437
Welcome to this sterling springs home with nearly 10,000 sq.ft. of living space, 5 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. this technology rich home is wired with creston
energy eff icient controls, irrigation system, outdoor sports courts and golf. the main level features a grand off ice, living room, formal dining with a view of the pool,
custom kitchen with cherry and oak cabinetry with commercial grade appliances. the great room offers custom woodwork with coffered ceilings and panoramic
mountain views. the upper level offers 3 generous bedrooms, 3 ensuites and a library with custom cabinetry. the Master retreat boasts a spa-like 13 piece ensuite,
double-sided f ireplace and dual walk-in closets. the lower level features custom burled walnut wet bar, gym, 2 tiered theatre and 2 bedrooms. the Million dollar
Room complete with salt-water pool, custom rock wall and waterfall, private grotto with hot tub complete with sound system.
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DennIS PlIntz 1.403.608.1112 dplintz@sothebysrealty.ca
RestORed cHARActeR HOMe
3640 6 Street SW, Calgary, ab | $1,695,000 | Just Sold
this stunning two and a half storey home in elbow Park has undergone extensive renovations
including a fully finished lower level. Hardwood flooring on main and upper, large windows,
French doors, wainscoting, and detailed finishing give this home amazing character. sold in
under two weeks on market.
OWn A Piece OF cALgARys HistORy
930 Prospect avenue SW, Calgary, ab | $3,999,900 | MlS C3566955
An amazing historic sandstone and brick home built in 1912 that sits on a half acre estate in the hear t of Mount Royal. Fully restored with the highest quality of f inishes and
workmanship while maintaining character and charm. three storeys and a fully developed basement provides over 6, 500 sq.f t. of exquisite living space. Amazing master retreat
with mantle f ireplace, large custom walk-in and stunning ensuite with f loor to ceiling italian white marble. enjoy the large private estate with professional landscaping and a newly
constructed terrace featuring stone cut walls, f ireplace, barbecue area, and waterfall.
cHARM And cHARActeR in bRittAniA
803 Crescent boulevard SW, Calgary, ab | $1,450,000 | Just Sold
A beautifully upgraded home in brittania featuring rich hardwood flooring, a custom
gourmet kitchen and a large family room set around a stone fireplace. French doors allow
in natural light and lead to stone terrace in private south yard. sold first day on market.
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An ARcHitectURAL MAsteRPiece
2620 14a Street SW, Calgary, ab | $1,499,900 | MlS C3565856
created by Panache Homes, this contemporary design begins at the iron and glass door. Floor
to ceiling windows, balconies on every level, hardwood flooring, marble surround fireplace,
glass-railed mono-stringer staircase, elevator, glass walled den, chefs custom kitchen, and
master retreat with three sided fireplace are the beginning of what this home has to offer.
PRiVAcy & tRAnQUiLity in tHe HeARt OF tHe city
1420 23 avenue nW, Calgary, ab | $1,699,700
set on a large 45 x 140 ft. lot, this inner city estate home backs onto confederation Park on
both the north and east sides surrounding it with significant greenspace, trees and views. From
the 19 ft. open-truss vaulted ceilings and river rock wood burning fireplace to the wraparound
deck with views of the golf course, this spectacular home offers a rare city retreat.
gORgeOUs cOUntRy styLe HOMe
724 33 Street nW, Calgary, ab | $1,300,000 | MlS C3565628
built with detailed craftsmanship and woodwork throughout including hand scraped Alder
hardwood, hand honed travertine tiles, solid maple cabinetry, and custom wood work milled
in Kimberley, bc. copper countertops, Quadra stone fireplace, california Redwood wine
cellar, triple garage with art loft and this is just the beginning.
UniQUe MOdeRn design
5015 21 Street SW, Calgary, ab | $899,700 | MlS C3567131
this stunning bruce Wilkin design home has an open floor plan with 6 upper skylights and near
floor to ceiling windows allowing the natural light to fill the home. Features include rich hardwood
flooring, designer lighting, Hansgrohe fixtures, tile and wood wall features, a gourmet kitchen with
a 16 infinity island, top of the line appliances, custom mudroom, and so much more.
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stUnning FAMiLy HOMe
6959 Christie estate boulevard SW, Calgary, ab | $899,700 | MlS C3556690
this bright and spacious open concept home boasts a designer kitchen with gas cooktop,
built-in oven, granite countertops, huge island, sunny breakfast nook, formal dining room, 10 ft.
ceilings, cozy wood burning fireplace, hardwood floors, and gorgeous chandeliers. An oversized
balcony and walkout lower level take advantage of the landscaped and private backyard.
HeRitAge POinte FORMeR sHOWHOMe
35 Summit Pointe Drive, DeWinton, ab | $1,049,900 | MlS C3552986
in the heart of the desirable lakeside community of Heritage Pointe, this beautiful
bungalow has a large deck overlooking the Heritage Pointe golf course. Originally built as
a showhome, this home has the high-end details and finishing you would expect, including
cherry hardwood flooring, vaulted ceilings, a wine cellar and media room.
HistORic eLegAnce And cHARM
1727 24 Street SW, Calgary, ab | $1,425,000 | MlS C3568657
this remarkable brick 2-storey home has maintained character with original stained glass,
marble tile entrance and grand staircase while being restored with a custom mahogany
kitchen, hand crafted gas fireplace and other quality finishes. Amazing landscaped West
facing backyard and spectacular views of the city.
eXcePtiOnAL FAMiLy HOMe in WiLdWOOd
514 40 Street SW, Calgary, ab | $799,700 | MlS C3562616
Over 2,500 sq.ft. and open floor plan, this home boasts oak and maple hardwood flooring, a wood
burning fireplace and a gorgeous kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances. French
doors open to the amazing landscaped yard with a two tier deck and hot tub. custom shutters,
custom mudroom and professional finishes are just the beginning of what this home has to offer.
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dOWntOWn cALgARy MAsteRPiece
400G 500 eau Claire avenue SW, Calgary, ab | $2,999,000 | MlS C3549597
exclusive boutique living overlooking the bow River. built with the highest quality of finishings
and workmanship, the spacious rooms are designed to draw you in and highlight the stunning
river views. every detail has been carefully planned in this fully automated home complete
with private elevator.
cAsA RUbiA - LUXURy beAcHFROnt ViLLA
Puerto escondido, Mexico | $2,150,000 | exclusive
enhance your lifestyle while investing in an beachfront villa with the highest rental rates
in the area. Over 120 ft. of beachfront and 3 fully furnished buildings totalling over
15,000 sq.ft. including main villa, garden bungalow and staff house. business plan and
established marketing campaign included.
cUstOM LUXURy cOndO, 3 Units cOMbined
501 - 3, 3232 Rideau Place SW, Calgary, ab | $999,000 | MlS C3551054
never before on the market. Offering a rare opportunity to live in exclusive Rideau Park, this
one of a kind condo is three units that have been combined for over 2,000 sq.ft. of living space.
Large windows on two sides allow the natural light in and provide amazing views of both the
city to the north and mountains to the west. steps to 4
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street and the river pathway system.
eXPeRience An eXQUisite LiFestyLe
2008 920 5 avenue SW, Calgary, ab | $974,700 | MlS C3559963
2,100+ sq.ft. condo in Five West with spectacular views of downtown, mountains, and the
river with floor to ceiling windows and a large south facing balcony. the 9 ft. ceilings and open
concept floor plan highlights the dramatic space, complete with custom designed concrete
flooring, freestanding fireplace, designer lighting and gorgeous kitchen.
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sUn PeAKs ResORt - A sPeciAL PLAce
sun Peaks - canadas newest mountain resort municipality is a unique, welcoming, and vibrant community with its own school, numerous hotels, shops and dining
options, all within a charming ski-through village. boasting bcs 2nd largest ski area and highest elevation golf course, sun Peaks is located in the provinces sunny
interior and only 4. 5 hours from Vancouver. With 3,678 acres of skiable terrain on 3 varied mountains, plentiful dry powder snow, and 2,000 hours of sunshine
annually, sun Peaks offers big skiing and more. in summer, experience golf, lift accessed mountain biking and hiking, plus several nearby lakes. Known as canadas
Alpine Village, sun Peaks is quickly evolving into the preferred venue for year round events and festivals.
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Where to find the architects, designers, products and manufacturers in this issue
INDEX INTERNATIONAL ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN SPRING 2013
DESIGNPHILE
In and Out
pp. 1011
1. Paradise Orb chair, andrewricharddesigns.com
2. Branch chairs, table, avenue-road.com
3. Uptown collection, andrewricharddesigns.com
4. Geppettos Boy bench, simonfordstudio.com
5. Barbara Barry Communal dining table,
Key dining chairs, mcguirefurniture.com
6. Rua Ipanema chair, avenue-road.com
7. Trough Trestle table, heidiearnshawdesign.com
Whats Your Type?
p. 13
Chteau Haut-Bergey Blanc 2009,
vignoblesgarcin.com
Zind-Humbrecht Clos Saint Urbain Rangen de Thann
Gewrztraminer 2009, zindhumbrecht.com
Domaine Weinbach Clos des Capucins Schlossberg
Riesling 2010, domaineweinbach.com
Domaine Jean-Claude Bessin Valmur Chablis Grand
Cru 2009, boissetfamilyestates.com
ARCHITECTURE
The Long View
pp. 1425
Architecture by Ian MacDonald Architect Inc., ima.ca
ARCHITECTURE
Once a Ruin
pp. 2633
Architecture by WT Architecture,
wtarchitecture.com
ARCHITECTURE
Now You See It
pp. 3443
Architecture by Koko Architecture + Design,
kokoarch.com
Masonry, P.S. Davis Stone Masonry,
stonework.org
pp. 3839
Mart Poltrona armchair, George sofa, Maxalto Ebe
Apta Collection side table, bebitalia.it. Le Corbusier
cocktail table, cassina.com. Rug, abchome.com
p. 40
Bedroom: Albini table and Saarinen chair, knoll.com.
Maxalto Apta bed, bebitalia.it. Desk lamp, Achille
Castiglioni for Flos, os.com
Bathroom: Sink, wetstyle.ca. Axor faucet,
hansgrohe.com. Light xture, bega-us.com
p. 42
Kitchen: Jasper Morrison stools, cappellini.it. Wood
cabinetry, americanwoodsvw@aol.com
p. 43
Porch: table, chairs, sofa, crateandbarrel.com
FROM THE GROUND UP
In the Country, In the City
pp. 4455
Architecture by Acre Architects,
theacre.ca/acre-architects
Interior design by Judith Mackin, Tuck Studio,
tuckstudio.ca
Snow fence siding, Centennial Woods,
centennialwoods.com
pp. 4647
Art in living room: (on wall at left) Gordon Jennings,
Untitled; (over the replace, left), Doug Moore,
Untitled; (over the replace, right) Bruce Pashak,
Oh fortunati, brucepashak.com; standing sculpture
(far right), Marie Hlne Allain
Dining table, Bruce Gray, gallery78.com/bgray.htm.
Floor tile, ciot.com
Kitchen: Orbit chandelier, patricktownsend.com
pp. 5051
Rug by Chilewich, chilewich.com. Delano chair by
Gus* Modern, gusdesigngroup.com. YSJ pillow by
Nicole Tarasick, nicoletarasick.com. Throw pillows,
Pony Rider. Prairie tables. All through Tuck Studio.
p. 52
Flip Sofa, Gus* Modern for Tuck Studio. Neon crow
sculpture, ryanlivingstone.com. Clay vessel,
mnopottery.com
p. 53
Ofce: Branches chandelier, brothersdressler.
com. Blue Truss chair, Gus* Modern. Wrightia stool,
18karatstore.com. All through Tuck Studio.
pp. 5455
Bedroom: Bed/side table designed by Judith Mackin,
fabrication by Christoph Malenowski, through Tuck
Studio. Artemide Tolomeo lamp, attica.ca
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Stagecraft
p. 90
Architecture by Diamond Schmitt Architects, dsai.ca
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PUBLIC SPACE
Stagecraft
St. Petersburg, Russia
WHAT Mariinsky II, the Canadian-
designed performing arts theatre for opera,
ballet and orchestral music, which opened
this spring in St. Petersburg, Russia.
WHO Diamond Schmitt Architects,
Toronto, led by principal Jack Diamond.
Well versed in theatre design, the rm has
a repertoire that includes Torontos Four
Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
and Maison symphonique de Montral.
THE PROJECT An entire block in
St. Petersburgs historic centre, across
the Kryukov Canal from the original
Mariinsky Theatre of 1860. The exterior
of Mariinsky II frames its neoclassical
forebear and is consistent with the
elements and scale of the citys historic
architecture. But there are contemporary
twists: Glass bay windows (instead of
columned porticos) mark the entrance
and relieve the streetscape of uniformly
proportioned buildings, and a gently
curved metal roof features a glass
canopy. During Mariinskys White
Nights summer festival, when the
sun barely sets on St. Petersburg, the
audience can behold breathtaking vistas
from the buildings rooftop terrace and
amphitheatre, which holds 200 people.
INSIDE Back-lit onyx walls surround
the free-standing auditorium, and
a 33-metre glass staircase connects
the main-lobby levels, punctuated by
Swarovski chandeliers. In a sense, the
audience are the performers during
intermission, says Diamond. The stairs,
transparency and spatial interpenetration
allow the audience to see and be seen.
The horseshoe-shaped 1,850-seat
auditorium, designed in the tradition of
18th- and 19th-century opera houses, has
three balconies. Grooved beech on the
balcony fronts enhances acoustics and
shines prettily with embedded crystal
lozengesa modern-day nod to the tiny
candelabra that sparkled in opera houses
of the past. Sara Bedal T
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