Wintercottage

Ruby Cottage is a four-season retreat on Lac McGregor in Val-des-Monts, Québec, designed by Linebox Studio for long-time clients seeking a gathering place for their family. Perched lightly above the rugged Canadian Shield, the cottage appears to hover within the forest, its elevated form resting on slender columns that echo surrounding tree trunks. This approach preserved the natural rock face, avoided blasting, and maximized views toward the deep, clear lake. Kevin Bélanger Kevin Bélanger Kevin Bélanger Kevin Bélanger Kevin Bélanger Kevin Bélanger Clad in black metal siding, the structure recedes quietly into its woodland setting, camouflaged until glimpsed fro... More