County Farmhouse with original barn by Nova Tayona Architects

A DIY Couple Build a Farm-Fresh Retreat in the Canadian Countryside

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The couple was inspired to build an all-white house after visiting Newfoundland and seeing the many white saltbox houses there. "They’re neutral—you can see the whole landscape around you," says John. "In my mind, properties have a memory of what was there," adds Tayona. "This house is familiar but modern at the same time."