Sophie Clapperton Designs was responsible for the architectural and interior design of this black cottage nestled along the coveted Walkers Point shore of Lake Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. This transitional-style masterpiece was designed for summer living, entertaining, and creating lasting memories. The exterior of this lake house combines charcoal siding, a black metal roof, and natural […]
This modern lakeside home, designed by MU Architecture, in collaboration with Anik Patry Architect, is surrounded by forest in La Conception, a charming village nestled in the Laurentian Mountains of Quebec, Canada. Offering complete seclusion, this backcountry refuge is set within a dramatic mountain landscape at the most pristine end of Lake Xavier. It opens […]
Step inside this custom-built cottage by Spencer Douglas together with Sophie Clapperton Designs, nestled on the waterfront of Mirror Lake, a small lake along the Indian River between Lake Muskoka and Lake Rosseau, Ontario, Canada. Mirror Lake Cottage is a modestly sized yet impactful lake retreat. The 3,400-square-foot cottage accommodates a family with two adult […]
Bigwin Cottage is a lakeside dream house designed by Sophie Clapperton Designs, nestled on the Lake of Bays, a private island paradise in Ontario, Canada. Perfectly situated along the edge of the historic Bigwin Island Golf Course, this transitional-style cottage is surrounded by rolling Muskoka terrain and accessible only by water. Crafted to balance everyday living […]
Nestled in a quiet wooded cul-de-sac just minutes from Whistler resort, this modern alpine ski cabin by Burgers Architecture and Sophie Burke Design is a contemporary take on the ski resort’s historic relationship with the iconic North American cabin. The design draws inspiration from the mountain’s craggy black peaks and powder-white landscape, grounding the home […]
Nestled at the north end of Lake Joseph, Ontario, Canada, this gorgeous transitional retreat blends sleek contemporary architecture with timeless Muskoka character, crafted by Sophie Clapperton Designs along with Steenhof Engineering. Topajo Cottage (pronounced top-uh-joe) offers 5,800 square feet of living space that overlooks the lake. There is also an accompanying 1.5-story, 2.5-slip boathouse and three-car garage on […]
This off-the-grid contemporary home on Sidney Island, British Columbia, is the work of Blue Sky Architecture and may be the ultimate dream home for book lovers. Located at the southern end of the Gulf Islands, between Vancouver Island and mainland British Columbia, this 2,000-square-foot retreat was designed for a pair of Prairie bookstore owners who spend […]
Nestled on a dramatic spit of lichen-covered rock overlooking the Swanson Channel, this breathtaking midcentury modern beach house retreat on Pender Island is the kind of renovation story that reminds you why great design matters. Located just a 1½-hour ferry ride or a 15-minute seaplane ride from Vancouver, British Columbia, this 1968 home sat largely […]
This coastal home provides a breathtaking sanctuary on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast, reimagined by Mobius Architecture in collaboration with Western Craft Contracting. Situated in the idyllic Madeira Park—named after the famed Portuguese island—this home is thoughtfully nestled into its rugged surroundings, where expansive glazing frames ocean vistas and natural materials echo the coastal landscape. Blurring […]
The embodiment of beachfront living, this home was designed by Jenny Martin Design to encourage relaxation in a seasonal home with a seamless indoor–outdoor lifestyle in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. By prioritizing a palette of rich bronze, textured woods, and finishes with an industrial quality, the designers created a home that was both inviting and […]
