INTERNATIONAL NEWS
An unconventional manufacturing process
A modular designed house in Montréal , Canada is drawing attention . The house consists of five prefabricated custom modules , each about fifty feet long , that are assembled before being delivered to the site . The concept allowed for indoor construction under optimal working conditions .
The modular design is unique , created according to
precise plans by the architect . The insulation , windows , and flooring were all assembled before shipping . Transporting the giant modules proved to be quite a challenge . The process included preparation , coordination , and navigating through country roads with ninety degree turns in inclement weather .
Construction began in late summer before the demolition of the existing house . This ensured a faster construction so that the family would not lose more than one season enjoying the country .
LOW ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT
Conceptualised with the vision of creating an extremely low environmental footprint , the house was built using sustainable and local materials . The large windows capture the beauty of nature and flood the inside with light . The direct sunshine helps in reducing both heating and lighting costs .
The natural coloured outdoor facade blends easily into the woodland decor and the opaque black accents adds an artistic flair . The wood used indoors is warm and welcoming .
The architect is in the process of applying for a LEED Gold certification for his home .
A PLACE ADAPTED TO ALL
The house interior was designed so that each member of the family has their own personal space . The ground floor ’ s open concept has a large kitchen and dining area where everyone enjoys cooking and eating delicious meals together , a beautiful , cozy living room space , and a three-season screened-in porch surrounded by lake and woods .
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The wood used indoors is warm and welcoming .
Conceptualised with the vision of creating an extremely low environmental footprint , the house was built using sustainable and local materials .
were constructed before being shipped to their final destination . Conceptualised with the vision of creating an extremely low environmental footprint , the architect owner is in the process of applying for a LEED Gold certification for his home .
The ground floor also has an atelier for painting and carpentry . The lowered lakeside deck was designed as to not disturb the view of the magnificent scenery .
Following the purchase of a humble country house 25 years ago , the owners wanted to treat themselves to a new second home where the space would comfortably accommodate all the new members of their family . Overlooking Lake Manitou in Ivry-sur-le- Lac , Québec , the home , designed by Canadian architect Richard Rubin from Figurr Architects Collective , is composed of five factory-built modules , each approximately fifty feet long , that
DATA SHEET
Completion Year : May 2019 Architect : Figurr Architects Collective Engineer : Jeffrey Leibgott SBSA General contractor : Norexco Supplier : Énergéco Concept Landscape Architects : Projet Paysage Project Manager : Rick Rubin
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