ARCHITECTS FOCUS
THE BREAK RESIDENCE
MU Architecture
Built on the shore of Lake Revdor , in Quebec ' s Laurentians region , the Break Residence reveals different faces , depending on whether it is discovered from the water or the ground . Encapsulating the idea of “ home ,” this luxurious residence aids in fulfilling a man ’ s wish to build his final home on the land of his ancestors . Opening itself up over three levels , this spacious home serves as a place of welcoming and gathering for a small community formed by the few neighbouring houses .
A HOUSE WITH TWO FACES
The ambitious program , combined with a particularly narrow lot , required the construction of a new house in the place of an existing one . On the street side , the residence has several interlocking volumes that resemble a series of rocks . The sloping topography reveals only two levels from the street , hiding the garden level that provides access to the lake on the opposite side . The sculptural main entrance lies under a double story canopy , chiselled between the rock-like volumes to create a warm and inviting environment that serves as the heart of the home . The openings expose circulation and gathering spaces of the residence , emphasizing the conviviality of the place .
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