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Atelier Schwimmer

Owl’s Shield House . Laurentides

Atelier Schwimmer . photos: © Phil Bernard

Perched atop a rugged peak on a 500-meter hill, this modern cabin seamlessly integrates into the surrounding pine forest and rocky landscape, offering a breathtaking panoramic view of the Laurentian valley. Commissioned by Mr. Blouin and Mrs. Comtois, the project was envisioned as a retreat—prioritizing tranquility, durability, and ease of maintenance. Atelier Schwimmer’s architectural intervention manifests these aspirations, both physically and psychologically, through its form, materiality, and spatial composition. Continue reading Atelier Schwimmer

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Atelier Schwimmer

Lakeside Cabin . Knowlton

Atelier Schwimmer . Lakeside Cabin . Knowlton afasia (1)

Atelier Schwimmer . photos: © Adrien Williams

Two brothers have embraced outdoor activities as part of their fast-paced city life. A new building on the banks of Lake Brome, will act as a symbol of and a tool for the fulfillment of this commitment – a building in which to share time with friends. Bisected by a vertical atrium that opens on to the lake, the essence of the design is a concrete floor with a fireplace at its center that creates a place to mingle. Continue reading Atelier Schwimmer