Naturehumaine Architecture & Design

Poisson Blanc Chalet

Poisson Blanc Chalet
© Raphaël Thibodeau

POISSON BLANC CHALET

Naturehumaine

ARCHITECTS
Naturehumaine

AREA
1200 ft²

MANUFACTURERS
Benjamin Moore, Ceragres, Jøtul, Maibec, Nordic Structures, Shalwin, Mac

YEAR
2019

LOCATION
Laurentides, Canada

CATEGORY
Cabins & Lodges, Houses

Poisson Blanc Chalet
© Raphaël Thibodeau
Poisson Blanc Chalet
© Raphaël Thibodeau

Text description provided by architect.

The concept of this chalet results from the rugged topography of its site, a sloping terrain on which the project is anchored in the bedrock, revealing an angular and monolithic architecture.

Poisson Blanc Chalet
© Raphaël Thibodeau
Poisson Blanc Chalet
© Raphaël Thibodeau

Its shape and its most minimalist expression allow for optimal compactness and a reduced footprint on its site. Its square plan is topped by a symmetrical gabled roof that reinforces its geometric appearance.

Inside, space reveals a height underexposed joists that give a sense of verticality to this contained space. Visible from the living spaces, the crisscrossing structure of the roof echoes the name of the lake by recalling the skeleton of a fish, as does its immaculate colour.

Poisson Blanc Chalet
© Raphaël Thibodeau
Poisson Blanc Chalet
© Raphaël Thibodeau

The modest budget leads to the optimization of the chalet’s spaces: reduction of circulation areas, creation of compact spaces, the grouping of services and framing of views towards the landscape.

It also aims to compose with a palette of simple and affordable materials. For example, maple veneer panels make up the integrated storage units. The result is an unusual, simple and monochrome architecture exploring the purity of the square.

Poisson Blanc Chalet
© Raphaël Thibodeau


Poisson Blanc Chalet
© Raphaël Thibodeau
Poisson Blanc Chalet
© Raphaël Thibodeau
Poisson Blanc Chalet
© Raphaël Thibodeau


Poisson Blanc Chalet
© Raphaël Thibodeau
Poisson Blanc Chalet
© Raphaël Thibodeau

Poisson Blanc Chalet
Floor plans

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