Remember last week’s post about Sacred Spaces featuring three truly inspiring homes created out of converted, centuries-old churches? This week I am delighted to share a soul stirring, sacred space of another kind. Surrounded by evergreen and hardwood forest, this home sits poetically atop the crest of a hill. Gently blurring the lines between nature and shelter, this home celebrates the connection between the outdoors and an inspired interior.

A year round retreat that also serves as a gracious gathering place, this home was intelligently and intuitively designed by architects Bohlin Cywinski Jackson.

The continuity of finishes throughout the home – including the truly Canadian warmth of the Douglas Fir walls and ceilings – create a harmonious palette. This serves as the perfect backdrop to showcase all four resplendent seasons through the spectacular wall of glass that faces into the valley.

All photos by Nic Lehoux courtesy of ArchDaily

My guess is this interior will inspire you to get outdoors and look for inspiration on how to bring the outdoors into your own home! I hope the use of materials and finishes featured will offer you some ideas on how to create cohesion and a sense of retreat in your own nest.

xo
s.