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Project posted by Jay Lim

House_ONE368

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Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Year
2019
Structure
House (Single Residence)
Style
Modern
When designing in an urban site outdoor space is at a premium. The two balconies at the ONE368 Scott House extend the compact living space to the outdoors making the tiny house feel much bigger. The front balcony is the perfect place to enjoy a coffee with the morning sunrise all while watching the bustle of urban life. Functionally, the space uses reclaimed wood to create a coffee bar to provide a functional workspace. With a clear view of the horizon and daily activity it provides a place to be energized and productive.
When designing in an urban site outdoor space is at a premium. The two balconies at the ONE368 Scott House extend the compact living space to the outdoors making the tiny house feel much bigger. The front balcony is the perfect place to enjoy a coffee with the morning sunrise all while watching the bustle of urban life. Functionally, the space uses reclaimed wood to create a coffee bar to provide a functional workspace. With a clear view of the horizon and daily activity it provides a place to be energized and productive.
A second balcony at the rear of the house provides a complimentary counterbalance for the residents. The outdoor space connects off the master bedroom and serves as a quiet retreat amongst the trees. Wood is used to provide a natural respite and the perfect yoga retreat.
A second balcony at the rear of the house provides a complimentary counterbalance for the residents. The outdoor space connects off the master bedroom and serves as a quiet retreat amongst the trees. Wood is used to provide a natural respite and the perfect yoga retreat.
Balcony Reclaimed: The front balcony is the perfect place to enjoy a coffee with the morning sunrise all while watching the bustle of urban life. Functionally, the space uses reclaimed wood to create a coffee bar to provide a sunny workspace. The lofty space provides a place to be energized and productive.
Balcony Reclaimed: The front balcony is the perfect place to enjoy a coffee with the morning sunrise all while watching the bustle of urban life. Functionally, the space uses reclaimed wood to create a coffee bar to provide a sunny workspace. The lofty space provides a place to be energized and productive.
Pallet-able Design: Wood pallets, leftover from construction material delivery, were re-purposed to create an outdoor seating area at the front of the house. The bench helps define the front yard and provides a place to reconnect with neighbours passing by. Great design doesn't cost more, it’s just more thoughtful. The house’s details provide outstanding functionality all while re-purposing construction waste & reducing construction costs.
Pallet-able Design: Wood pallets, leftover from construction material delivery, were re-purposed to create an outdoor seating area at the front of the house. The bench helps define the front yard and provides a place to reconnect with neighbours passing by. Great design doesn't cost more, it’s just more thoughtful. The house’s details provide outstanding functionality all while re-purposing construction waste & reducing construction costs.
The masterbedroom headboard was made from a closet door left over from the demolition.
The masterbedroom headboard was made from a closet door left over from the demolition.
Sunshine Wall: The kitchen is anchored by a green wall constructed from leftover wood strapping, wall molding, door hinge and closet handle. The main feature is the herb garden that provides seasoning year round. In order to get direct sunlight an articulating arm was created to take advantage of the southern exposure. When open the arm reveals the quote "Make your own sunshine" reminding us that we can overcome any challenge…even the lack of direct sunlight!
Sunshine Wall: The kitchen is anchored by a green wall constructed from leftover wood strapping, wall molding, door hinge and closet handle. The main feature is the herb garden that provides seasoning year round. In order to get direct sunlight an articulating arm was created to take advantage of the southern exposure. When open the arm reveals the quote "Make your own sunshine" reminding us that we can overcome any challenge…even the lack of direct sunlight!
Highlighting the Past: Loving the Scars The goal of the renovation was to revitalize the aging home on a limited budget. The strategy was to highlight the existing structure + scars of the house to create an architecture which celebrated the buildings character and 100 year history. Instead of replacing all the flooring, the existing floors were painted white. The result unified the variety of sizes and wood types throughout the house.
Highlighting the Past: Loving the Scars The goal of the renovation was to revitalize the aging home on a limited budget. The strategy was to highlight the existing structure + scars of the house to create an architecture which celebrated the buildings character and 100 year history. Instead of replacing all the flooring, the existing floors were painted white. The result unified the variety of sizes and wood types throughout the house.
The all white kitchen features stainless steel appliances and quartz counters making it clean and efficient.
The all white kitchen features stainless steel appliances and quartz counters making it clean and efficient.
Racked Up: The front entrance way was outfitted with a new coat rack made from piping recovered from the plumbing upgrades. The robust nature of the industrial material enables the feature to double as exercise equipment, again providing an additional layer of utility.
Racked Up: The front entrance way was outfitted with a new coat rack made from piping recovered from the plumbing upgrades. The robust nature of the industrial material enables the feature to double as exercise equipment, again providing an additional layer of utility.
The original house was so neglected that the owner walked away from the house 3 times before buying it. The final result was a modern reinterpretation of the neighborhood vernacular.
The original house was so neglected that the owner walked away from the house 3 times before buying it. The final result was a modern reinterpretation of the neighborhood vernacular.
Gues(s)t Room: The primary purpose of the alcove is to serve as a dining space for the residents. The space is cozy yet bright. Constructed from plywood off cuts, the table and bench quickly convert into a guest bedroom for impromptu visitors!
Gues(s)t Room: The primary purpose of the alcove is to serve as a dining space for the residents. The space is cozy yet bright. Constructed from plywood off cuts, the table and bench quickly convert into a guest bedroom for impromptu visitors!
With young children in the house, the interior core was painted to provide blackboard space for creative kids.
With young children in the house, the interior core was painted to provide blackboard space for creative kids.
The ground floor plan is compact and efficient.
The ground floor plan is compact and efficient.
Two new ‘micro-bathrooms’, measuring just 3’ wide, were installed for the residents on the second floor to provide increased functionality within the tiny footprint.
Two new ‘micro-bathrooms’, measuring just 3’ wide, were installed for the residents on the second floor to provide increased functionality within the tiny footprint.
The tiny lot is made functional with outdoor spaces at both the front and back of the house.
The tiny lot is made functional with outdoor spaces at both the front and back of the house.

Details

Square Feet
1200
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
3

Credits

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Architect
25:8 Architecture + Urban Design
Interior Design
25:8 Architecture + Urban Design
Landscape Design
25:8 Architecture + Urban Design
Photographer
Kelly Cobus Photography
Awards
Greater Ottawa Home Builder Awards Finalist
Greater Ottawa Home Builder Awards Finalist

From Jay Lim

The original 100 year old house sits in a desirable neighborhood. Over the years it had experienced several generations of neglect. The opportunity arose to revive the house and turn it into a model of revitalization for a young family


Historical photographs were used to reinstate original windows and doors had been covered up over time. The gable roof of the front façade was extended to create a new front porch and balcony for the residents. A second balcony was re-established for the Master Bedroom at the rear of the house as a way of connecting the interior with the landscape.

In order to keep costs low, efforts were made reduce construction waste by re-purposing left construction material from the renovation. All new features in the house needed to serve multiple purposes to justify their costs. The coat rack at the front of the house doubles as an exercise bar for the residents. The dining room has a bespoke table + bench which transform to create a guest suite for overnight visitors.


Continuing on the color theme, the exterior of the house is clad with black, corrugated metal. The locally sourced material provides a robust finish and unifies the various additions to create a single architecture. The most striking feature remains the cedar liner which encapsulates all the soffits and balconies. The material brings warmth to the space while also paying homage the logging history of the neighbourhood.
Ultimately the design creates a contemporary & contextual response that embraces & revitalizes the history of the 100 year old house.