scarlet-red wood coats house by _naturehumaine floating above three streams in canada

scarlet-red wood coats house by _naturehumaine floating above three streams in canada

Three Streams House stands as A Redwood-Clad Refuge in Sutton

 

Located in the Eastern Townships forest in Sutton, the Three Streams House (M3R) by _naturehumaine stands on a five-acre site intersected by three creeks that shape the natural landscape. This unique site feature was a key factor in the clients’ choice of location for their permanent residence. The design of the red-wood-clad house follows several guiding principles, beginning with the clients’ wish to position it on a gentle slope near the intersection of the streams. This placement allows the home to incorporate a garden level with full access to the vegetated land near the watercourses. 

 

The home, elevated on stilts, is divided into three main components: ground-floor living spaces, a carport and workshop, and guest accommodations on the garden level. The clients requested an exceptional entrance, emphasizing the site’s natural beauty. Access to the house is through a covered passage between the carport/workshop and the sloped terrain, creating a smooth transition between the built structure and the landscaped surroundings. Approaching the house, visitors appreciate the structural details up close, including the vertical scarlet-red wood cladding, a reference to historic covered bridges and barns of the Eastern Townships, often painted in a shade known as ‘red cedar.’

scarlet-red wood coats house by _naturehumaine floating above three streams in canada
all images by Raphaël Thibodeau

 

 

_naturehumaine’s architecture connects built form with nature

 

Inside, a welcoming vestibule leads to the master suite and the main living areas via a linear passage. The spacious master bedroom features a meditation area with a glass corner window overlooking the streams, while a back-positioned walk-in closet maintains an uncluttered feel. The primary bathroom invites relaxation, with a built-in bath set against a large window facing the forest. The living spaces, rather sober in their materiality, encourage contemplation of the surrounding nature. White oak built-in furniture, polished concrete floors, and wooden ceiling cladding frame views of the wooded landscape. A largely glazed corner of the living area opens onto a terrace that overlooks the three streams, extending the living space into the natural setting. On the garden level, a guest studio and massage room with access to a small, secluded terrace provide private accommodations for visitors.

 

A winding vegetated path leads through a gentle slope from the streams to the house entrance, allowing residents to enjoy the fresh water and tranquil sounds of the natural environment. The Three Streams House (M3R) by _naturehumaine architectural studio offers a serene living environment for its residents. Employing rustic materials, this residence embodies the vernacular architecture of the Estrie region while maintaining a contemporary architectural language.

scarlet-red wood coats house by _naturehumaine floating above three streams in canada
Three Streams House by _naturehumaine is nestled on a five-acre site intersected by three natural creeks

scarlet-red wood coats house by _naturehumaine floating above three streams in canada
clad in rich red wood, Three Streams House is designed to harmonize with its forested surroundings

scarlet-red wood coats house by _naturehumaine floating above three streams in canada
positioned on a gentle slope, the home’s layout allows direct access to lush vegetation near the watercourses

scarlet-red wood coats house by _naturehumaine floating above three streams in canada
the house features a unique entrance through a covered passageway, enhancing the site’s natural beauty

scarlet-red wood coats house by _naturehumaine floating above three streams in canada
elevated on stilts, the home is divided into living areas, a carport, and garden-level guest accommodations

scarlet-red wood coats house by _naturehumaine floating above three streams in canada
a winding, vegetated path connects the home with the creeks, inviting residents to enjoy the fresh water nearby

scarlet-red wood coats house by _naturehumaine floating above three streams in canada
the scarlet-red wood cladding echoes the region’s historic covered bridges and traditional barns

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Three Streams House embodies the rustic yet modern architecture typical of the Estrie region

scarlet-red wood coats house by _naturehumaine floating above three streams in canada
expansive glazing opens the main living space to a terrace, seamlessly connecting indoors to the outdoors

scarlet-red wood coats house by _naturehumaine floating above three streams in canada
the designers at _naturehumaine maintain a cohesive color palette and contemporary design language throughout

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Three Streams House’s open terrace offers unobstructed views of the surrounding forest

 

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project info:

 

name: Three Streams House (M3R)

architect: _naturehumaine architecture | @_naturehumaine

location: Sutton, Quebec, Canada

 

general contractor: Menuiserie Simon Fortin

structural engineer: Geniex

cabinetry: Jussaume

painted steel cladding: Mac Métal série 1

siding system: Maibec

patio doors and aluminum windows: Fabelta

external staircase and railing: Atelier Découpage Bourgea

bathroom faucets: Ramacieri Soligo

kitchen cladding: Sublime Collection

quartz kitchen and bathroom countertop: Caesarstone

paint: Benjamin Moore

photography: Raphaël Thibodeau | @raphael_thibodeau

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