Modern one-story house with dark exterior, large floor-to-ceiling windows illuminated at dusk, surrounded by tall green grass and trees.
A home aligned with the horizon and the rhythms of the lake.
Minimalist bathroom with a freestanding white bathtub near a large window overlooking grass and the ocean, beige walls, and a wooden vanity with a soap dispenser.
Modern living room with large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the ocean, a hanging black fireplace, a wooden chair with fur, and minimalist decor.
Minimalist wooden staircase leading up to a built-in wooden shelving unit with books and decorative items.
Modern dark wooden house near a grassy area with two people sitting on its deck overlooking a calm sea at sunset.

Ontario granite and timber formed both structure and finish. Designed entirely barrier-free, the single-storey home accommodated evolving stages of life, including separate guest quarters for caregiving and extended stays.

Architizer A+ Awards, Built: Sustainable Private House, Special Mention
2025
Minimalist wine display on a white wall with multiple bottles mounted horizontally above a small black table holding two wine glasses.
Modern house with large glass windows and a metal roof surrounded by green grass and rocks at sunset.

Regenerative landscaping, native plantings, rainwater harvesting, and high-efficiency systems anchored the home within its rural setting. Expansive glazing reduced reliance on artificial lighting, while the roof and electrical systems were designed to support future photovoltaic installation.

A modern black house situated near a rocky shoreline with trees and calm water at sunset.