A young Canadian couple enlisted Quebec-based architecture and design firm Naturehumaine to completely renovate and reorganize the interior of the house built by the client’s grandfather. Lajeunesse Residence, meaning youth residence; is the combination of two existing apartments into a two story family house. The house has a simple palette scheme of steel plates, Russian plywood, white wood and glass. The result is an incredibly modern, bright and minimalist design that retains a cozy and homey atmosphere.
The ground floor features semi-transparent sliding doors that separate the living space from the streets below for additional privacy. In order to bring more direct sunlight to the main living space of the house, a double height light-well is suited with a skylight illuminating both floors. For additional lighting, two converging steel bars are suspended above the Russian plywood dining table. A plywood staircase fitted with glass handrails connects the two floors together.
What's Driving This Trend
- Sustainable Minimalism
- There is an opportunity to offer sustainable minimalist design as a cost-effective solution for modern housing.
- Biophilic Design
- Integrating natural elements into design can enhance well-being and provide connections to the environment.
- Smart Lighting
- Incorporating skylights and other sources of natural light can create innovative and cost-effective lighting solutions.
Who This Affects Most
- Architecture
- Design firms can utilize sustainable minimalist and biophilic design approaches in their projects.
- Real Estate
- Real estate developers can market sustainable and nature-inspired living spaces to appeal to the modern homebuyer.
- Lighting Design
- Smart lighting companies can explore innovative approaches for bringing natural light into homes and buildings.
