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Sumit Singhal
Sumit Singhal loves modern architecture. He comes from a family of builders who have built more than 20 projects in the last ten years near Delhi in India. He has recently started writing about the architectural projects that catch his imagination. Altaïr house in Québec, Canada by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectsOctober 26th, 2016 by Sumit Singhal
Article source: v2com This house, whose name refers to the brightest star in the Aquila constellation, is located in Cap-à-l’Aigle, in the region of Charlevoix. Altaïr means “The Flying Eagle.” What makes the house stand out is its “V” shape and long facades that are suspended over nature. While discrete from the street and closed to the north, it unfolds toward the river, as though to take flight.  Image Courtesy © Adrien Williams
 Image Courtesy © Adrien Williams Regarding the form, two longitudinal prisms are laid up one on top of the other. A voluntary misalignment allows contemplation of the scenery. The long glass facades provide different perspectives and framings of the river, the forest, and the city of Malbaie below.  Image Courtesy © Adrien Williams  Image Courtesy © Adrien Williams Close up, the house remains mysterious, as it is camouflaged by the trees. The second floor massing casts over the entrance for protection. The hall faces a large south-facing window with a view onto the cement pool, which seems to extend out to the river. The first floor has a guest wing, as well as a living room. The expended steel staircase is inviting and bright, and leads to the living areas.  Image Courtesy © Adrien Williams  Image Courtesy © Adrien Williams The second floor is cantilevered and protrudes toward the river. The living areas succeed one another, and the completely open space provides a breathtaking view of the horizon. A vast terrace was built on the roof of the lower floor. The master suite is also located on this floor, slightly set back in the woods.  Image Courtesy © Adrien Williams  Image Courtesy © Adrien Williams In terms of material, both storeys are covered with a grey wooden facing. The facades that are hidden or protected by the roof over-hangs are covered with Western cedar. This warm wood extends indoors to the ceiling, emphasising the continuation effect from the inside out. This house promotes peacefulness and contemplation of the view. There is now a new shining star in the scenery of Charlevoix.  Image Courtesy © Adrien Williams  Image Courtesy © Adrien Williams  Image Courtesy © Adrien Williams  Image Courtesy © Adrien Williams  Image Courtesy © Adrien Williams  Image Courtesy © Bourgeois / Lechasseur architects  Image Courtesy © Bourgeois / Lechasseur architects
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