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pivoted open, there’s a clear view through
to the street if wanted.
There’s space for more vehicle storage
in the house’s man cave basement. This
is large enough to contain one owner’s
collection of hobby cars, motorcycles and
vintage racing bicycles, as well a lounge,
bar, wine cellar and a washroom.
Lamoureux says that when it came to
the style of the home, the owners wanted
West Coast contemporary.
“That dictated materials such as
timber and glass, with counterpoints of

stone or concrete,” he says. “The form is
very planar, with flat roofs and clean, open
interior spaces that have strong insideoutside connections.”
His design places the main living
spaces on the ground floor, with a strong
floating volume above that houses the
master and a guest suite.
“An architectural concrete wall divides
the main floor in half longitudinally and
establishes the primary circulation path
from the front door through the home,”
the architect says.

Above: Although the interiors present as one large
open-plan area, there are subtle demarcations. The
living area is two steps lower than the dining and
kitchen areas, while the kitchen area is highlighted
by a walnut ceiling panel that mirrors the island.
Following pages: The main living space is at
the rear of the house for maximum privacy and
to make the most of the forest views. Inside, a
feature wall of leather panels and stone surround
houses the fireplace, hearth and television.

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