Cabin A by Bourgeois / Lechasseur Architectes
This spacious cabin located in Petite-Rivière-Saint-François, Canada, has been recently designed by Bourgeois / Lechasseur Architectes.
Description
A major tourist attraction for well over a century, the Charlevoix region features some of Québec?s most striking landscapes. Over the last fifteen years, with the opening of a new ski resort, this already popular spot truly became a year-round destination. A wide range of tourist accommodation awaits visitors looking for scenic settings.
A newcomer on the scene, Cabin A quietly opened its doors in December 2019 as it welcomed its first guests. Located 20 minutes from Le Massif ski resort, this unusual cabin stands on a steep site overlooking the nearby St Lawrence River. Looking for a source of inspiration, the team composed of architects and graphic artists turned to the International Code of Signals (ICS), long used in nautical communications. While the Alfa signal determined the building?s overall geometry, subtle references to naval architecture were introduced throughout. The cabin?s triangulated roof is a reminder of sails facing the wind whereas a large wood terrace evokes the upper deck of a ship with stunning views of the river. The use of wood paneling on the walls and ceiling of the shared living area further emphasize the analogy to naval architecture.
The main entrance is located under one the roof?s sloping wings, the left leg of the letter ?A?. The shared living space is a long viewing g...
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