Quebec architecture

Fire Station 21 of the Intermunicipal Fire Safety Authority of the Vallée-du-Richelieu is located in Beloeil, on boulevard Yvon-L’Heureux Nord, at a strategic site that allows it to serve more than six municipalities in the Montérégie region. The new facility strengthens the Authority’s operational network and asserts the presence of contemporary civic infrastructure within a landscape in transformation. Charles Lanteigne Charles Lanteigne Inspired by the lowlands of the Saint Lawrence River and the nearby Monteregian hills, the building appears to rise from the plain as a calm, mineral volume. Its massing draws on the broad, open terrain and surrounding hillsides, giving the station a solid, grou... More

Since 2016, Matière Première Architecture and its sister company Nu Drom, a construction firm, have worked in close partnership. Their shared ambition was to find a permanent site that could embody their identity — an identity defined by the seamless integration of design and construction. They acquired a site at the entrance to Magog, a lakeside town in Quebec’s Eastern Townships, where, together with a partner from the woodworking industry, they established an atelier rooted in architecture, craft, and ecology. Alex Lesage   Atelier Matière Première – Nu Drom Nestled within a pine-covered site along Highway 10, the main route linking Montréal to the Eastern Townships, and o... More

In the vast territory of Quebec’s Réserve faunique des Laurentides (Laurentides Wildlife Reserve), Quebec-based Anne Carrier Architectes has designed the new 990-square-metre multidisciplinary Camp Mercier pavilion. A well known cross-country skiing and snowshoeing centre, Camp Mercier is situated 783 metres above sea level and less than an hour’s drive from Quebec City. It also serves as a meeting place for outdoor enthusiasts, researchers, and students who come to observe the local wildlife. The new pavilion’s sober design, a harmonious blend of contemporary and traditional architecture, reflects Quebec’s architectural culture in harmony with nature. Maxime Brouillet Adrien Williams AC/a In 2... More

Espace Montmorency is a mixed-use development located next to the Montmorency metro station in Laval, a city in Quebec, Canada. Designed by Montreal-based Sid Lee Architecture, this high-density project has its origins in a building blocks principle, which allows vertical and horizontal phasing. An example of transit-oriented development, Espace Montmorency maximises 1,400,000-square-foot of residential, office, hotel, and commercial space within walking distance of public transport. Its massing creates a series of terraces, maximising the amount of green space. David Boyer David Boyer   Transit-oriented development Espace Montmorency is built on a previously unoccupied 318,000-square-foot plot of land. The proximity of Pl... More

Tucked away within the picturesque landscape of Quebec’s Eastern Townships, Sutton House stands as a complete overhaul and extension of an early 20th century stone house. Originally built in 1908 and modestly expanded in the 1950s, the house had remained largely unaltered since. With its heavy walls, hulking geometry, and oversized chimneys it bore the characteristics of a smallish manor rather than a traditional country home. Inside, the small windows and the unusual layout made the space feel awkward and narrow, while outside, the mismatched stone walls were held together by a conspicuous grey cement mortar, which took away from the natural appeal of the stone.  James Brittain James Brittain James Brittain The b... More

Peace is a rustic retreat located on a wooded and sloping terrain near the summit of Le Maelström Mountain in Lac-Beauport. Serving as both the starting and ending point for several hiking trails developed directly on the vast site, it is the ideal refuge for outdoor enthusiasts. Adrien Williams Adrien Williams Adrien Williams The project revolves around the meeting of two volumes with complementary functions. The first, a metal volume clad in eastern townshipper tiles, rises over three levels to house the interior spaces, along with a rooftop terrace with a spa. Its profile adapts to the site’s natural slope, forming a parallelogram shape that, with its generous parapets, shields the spa from wind and prying eyes... More

Parade Eyewear is a functional and aesthetic space designed to meet the specific needs of an independent boutique and optometry clinic. Located at the heart of Espace Montmorency in Laval, this eyewear boutique was initially intended to occupy a 1,200 sq. ft. space. However, following a reassessment of its needs, Parade Eyewear required a larger area to fulfill all its requirements. As a result, the project included expanding the boutique to accommodate a greater number of frames as well as a second optometry room, ultimately reaching a total area of 1,800 sq. ft. Maxime Brouillet The available space was optimized by creating distinct yet harmonious zones tailored to the various functions of Parade Eyewear. The design and architecture... More

In the municipality of Batiscan, the SM chalet catches the eye of passersby from the banks of the St. Lawrence River with its elegant discretion. Here, the stars of the show are first and foremost the river and the forest; this secondary residence aims to highlight and celebrate them. Its footprint on the site is minimal, thanks to its compact form and ingenious stilt construction. Raphaël Thibodeau Raphaël Thibodeau Raphaël Thibodeau The choice of cedar shingle cladding draws attention, evoking a sense of calm and steady tranquility. The primary intentions are gently inscribed here: to anchor itself sustainably in the landscape, to weather gracefully alongside the tall maples scattered across the site, and to... More

Located on the outskirts of downtown Granby, the new dental clinic makes its presence known in an arid context. The size and topography of the site required a compact, two-story design to create a pleasant green interface between the clinic and its immediate surroundings. Playful volumetric shifts allowed the integration of vegetation while generating a simple yet expressive structure. These projections and recesses create sub-spaces that soften thresholds and frame views into the interior of the project. The covered entrance provides a well-defined and welcoming access from the boulevard while offering a more pleasant experience for clients. Raphaël Thibodeau Raphaël Thibodeau Inside, the first floor is dedicated to re... More

Set in a vast and open landscape, the school appears as a new horizon line, shaped by the interplay of volumes and roofs. The pavilions are assembled around an inner courtyard that frames the magnificent view of Mount Shefford. The ensemble offers a dual interpretation, allowing the expression of both the individuality of each cycle and the broader school community. Each student can identify with their own pavilion, their own "home," and thus visualize their past and future academic journey through the school cycles. With large windows, overhanging roofs, and multiple entry points, the architecture aims to make the boundary between inside and outside as permeable as possible, thus connecting the architecture with the landscape. James Bri... More