MONTREAL — Hâle House is an intergenerational residence that blends harmoniously into the forested landscape of the Laurentians, near Lake St-Victor, in the Province of Quebec.

Inspired by clean lines and a gabled structure, the house's silhouette combines classic and contemporary elements. Its architecture embraces the contours of the site, using its slopes to offer breathtaking views while maintaining the privacy of each living space.

The selected materials, including light wood for the facades and gray stone at the base of the structure, reinforce the home's natural anchoring, while adding warmth and rustic charm. The black metal roof, with its clean lines, contrasts with the natural tones of the facade, bringing a contemporary touch.

The interior layout is designed to maximize natural light, creating bright and inviting spaces. Large windows and unobstructed views connect every interior space to the surrounding landscapes, ensuring a visual and sensory continuity with nature.

Natural stone fireplaces serve as warm focal points in the living areas, reinforcing the connection to the natural environment. Their raw, timeless stone mantels evoke the textures and colors of the surrounding landscape. These features add character and resilience.

The sunroom is designed as a luminous sanctuary, oriented due south, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy the rhythm of the seasons while being sheltered from the elements. With its expansive windows and glass doors, it creates a seamless connection between indoors and outdoors, offering an unobstructed view of the deciduous forest, while allowing sunlight to flood the space with natural warmth.

Project notes
General Contractor: Bois & Nature Construction
Structural Engineer: GENIEX
Exterior Cladding: Juste du Pin / Pangaea Natural Stone / MAC Architectural
Doors & Windows: FABELTA
Cabinetry: Créations de la Sablonnière
Staircase: Escalier Maxime Lauzon
Interior Doors and Mouldings: Boiserie VM