Houzz Tour: A Serene 'Barn' Wins Admirers and Canada price - The professional couple living in this house call Ontario their home a "Zen barn" for its reclaimed wood and rustic minimalist exterior design . rich textures inside and warm up the modern look, and the flow of natural light into the house from all directions.
'The staircase, courtyard terrace and second floor above the dining room all leave the interior space feel interconnected outside, "says designer Rick Shean, the firm Ottawa Christopher Simmonds Architect. And although this is a contemporary design shamelessly embraced the neighbors, helping to win a prize for the best new building in the community in October 2012.
Houzz at a Glance
Location Ontario, Canada
Size 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
Christopher Simmonds Architect
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One of the reasons Shean think the house has delighted both neighbors of its customers is the size of the structure. "This is not a monstrosity of a house. The size is pretty consistent with the houses in the rest of the region, and its exterior is welcoming and friendly, "he said. red bell functional yet decorative lights by Axo Light add to the curb appeal of the house.
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"This house is all about the natural light and the artistic light, functional as the design of the house, Shean said. 'Light travels through the structure and alters the space in response to the texture throughout the inside and outside. "
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Shean used reclaimed white oak centenary of southwestern Ontario, as well as prefinished aluminum in some areas. "Studies show that the wood will lose about a quarter inch thick every 100 years, so even if it is 100 years now, he has many years to go before it must be replaced, he said. The oak came from a local store, The Wood Source.
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items closets and floating stores add geometric interest. Thorns Book, minimalist floral arrangement and bell pendant give this part of the house a few unexpected color doses
floating cabinets :. customized by CSA; Table live-aboard: Urban Tree Salvage
floating cabinets :. customized by CSA; Table live-aboard: Urban Tree Salvage
metal pendants by Tom Dixon suspended au above the kitchen island follow the length of the court. Double glazing Marvin help keep the heat inside.
The flooring is a lightweight concrete with epoxy trim, stylish choosing low-maintenance resistant to scratches and shoe brands. This part of the house makes the most of natural light, even in the long Canadian winters.
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steps in ash wood heat up the metal stairs. Underfloor heating keeps toes toasty at all levels of the house.
A variety of wood textures and tones gives the space an intimate and contrasts nicely with the immaculate white of the walls, ceiling and floor.
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"My customer called home a work of art when he saw the reclaimed wood facade up, 'said Shean. "It is probably one of the greatest compliments that a designer can get his client.
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