An Elegant Fusion of Wood & Concrete
In the Heart of a Historic Neighbourhood
Background
This 5,500 sqft home is a mix of calm, refined and modern architecture paired with welcoming interiors designed for a couple and their two growing boys.
The goal was to create a space that would embrace busy schedules and growing family life. A place where homeowners can host events and celebrations for friends and colleagues, and also relax, play and connect with each other.
Design
Located in the historic Rockland neighbourhood, the home reflects its surroundings by bringing the outdoors inside through double height glazing.
Local and Natural Materials
The interior design team at Bidgood + Co. chose natural materials that would be long-lasting and durable, while embracing the imperfection of handmade crafts.
The home’s exterior siding was milled locally from western red cedar, finished using the ancient Japanese technique Shou Sugi Ban and framed by corten steel beams.
White oak was used to clad the main staircase and is carried through the rest of the home in the cabinetry and flooring, as a way to reference the 100+ year old oak trees on the property.
Marble sourced from a local island-based quarry was used to create handmade tiles that add a playful element in colourful hexagon shapes and line-drawn textures.
Hard-wearing black steel accents are used on the kitchen island, as well as the hardware and plumbing throughout the home as a way to protect against little hands and fingerprints.
