Caramanico Cottage

Ontario

The cottage is located on the shores of Lake Huron, overlooking the passage between the island and the mainland.  The design intent was to re-create the cottage architecture of the area in the early part of the last century, yet with modern conveniences and functionality.

As the cottage will only be utilized in the summer months, materials susceptible to degradation over the cold and wet winter months, such as drywall, or plaster were not used.  Therefore a palette of natural and painted wood, stone and other like durable materials create a warm and inviting home, yet practically impervious to the elements.  Walls are clad externally with stained cedar, both boards and shakes, whilst the inside receives at treatment of wood beaded boards and wainscoting on the walls and s mix of natural and painted wood on the ceilings.

architect of record - epo consulatnts
design and project management - david ELLIS architect

Nominated
2005 Canadian Wood Council Design Award

Photo Credit - John Gibbs