Vancouver Island House

A dramatic cliff side overlooking the San Juan Islands was the inspiration for this 5,000 sq. ft. house on Vancouver Island. A horizontal loft-like living area is set above a stone base. A vertical wing contains the triplex master suite: a treetop study with covered terrace, bedroom and bathroom, and an exercise room/cabana on level with the vanishing edge pool and hot tub. The two wings of the house are bridged by a glazed connector and outdoor courtyard, where a graceful stone stair descends to the pool deck and waterfront below. Materials were chosen that blends in with the site.

 

Client: Private
Location: Vancouver Island, British Columbia
Category: Houses 
Completion: 2008
Team: Rafael Troche
Photography: Roger Brooks Photography

An exterior shot of a stone driveway and wood plank exterior of the Vancouver Island House.
Thick foliage frames the wooden loft-like corner of the Vancouver Island House which is facing the British Columbia coastline.
A corner view of two stacked balconies of a Vancouver Island House made with wood-like material evoking a natural addition to the trees and coastline behind.
Close-up of an exterior wall of the Vancouver Island House with the bottom featuring grey stacked stone and then wooden vertical paneling with a small opening.
A large infinity pool preceded by stone steps overlooks a small forest and the British Columbia coastline.
Interior view of a modern kitchen melding into a spacious living area surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows.
A closeup of the Vancouver Island House living area featuring sleek hardwood flooring, floor-to-ceiling windows, and chairs close to a fireplace.
A straight-on view of the Vancouver Island house's dining room table overlooking the British Columbia coastline through floor-to-ceiling windows.
A large bed overlooks foliage and the British Columbia coastline from floor-to-ceiling windows.
A master bathroom boasts a large marble tub overlooking the British Columbia coastline via floor-to-ceiling windows.
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