This full scale renovation and addition to a 1936 cottage style home allowed for more space for the resident’s growing family and an opportunity to bring the home's systems up to date. The property was narrow, with encroaching structures on either side of the existing house. This presented a unique design dilemma, how to achieve quality levels of light and air throughout the home without losing privacy. The decision was made to open the home upward. Ideally suited to its marine climate, averaging 226 overcast days a year, the openings to the sky allow the residents to take advantage of precious sporadic sun breaks throughout the months of grey.

The home serves as a three-dimensional sun dial. The light shifting through the space as the day (and season) progresses.

Team:

Architects: Rain City Architecture

Photographer: John Granen