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Mcleod Bovell Modern Houses together with Postle Construction have designed this spectacular light-filled modern home located in West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The Eaves House exists at the interface between a residential neighborhood below and an undeveloped forested ravine above.

The long and narrow cross-pitched site is asymmetrical with a pan-handle shape. Views of English Bay, the Vancouver skyline, and the Stanley Park peninsula are spread across the horizon to the south and south-east. Neighborhood development in this area is regulated by specific design guidelines that encourage roof forms rather than strong volumetric expression.

Above: Seen from below, a cantilevered concrete plinth and a pair of exaggerated roofs above obscure the conventional shape and appearance of wall and window.

The house is formally comprised of a hovering concrete plinth at the main floor which sits underneath two broad eaves. The plinth forms a new “ground” in the air which obscures a large auto-court at the basement floor and creates privacy by masking the road and windows of adjacent houses below.

The two extruded roof masses above similarly serve to edit out the suburban foreground while framing and focusing vistas toward the water. The program at the main and upper floor is stretched along the length of the site, in parallel with the expansive east-flanking outdoor spaces which allow indoor spaces to expand outward.

Front to back, this West Vancouver home steps out of its own way in a sequence of “views behind view” that creates an unfolding cinematic experience when moving between spaces.

The design strategy results in an unconventional street-level elevation that—due to the low angle of view on the approach—largely suppresses the conventional reading of walls, floors, and windows.

The house is primarily viewed as a pair of floating planes. Between these eaves, an enhanced visual field is established that can be enjoyed inside and out, drawing the eye beyond the immediate neighborhood.

What We Love: This West Vancouver home showcases unique rooflines and an amazing covered outdoor lounge space to enjoy the changing of the seasons. Expansive walls of glazing help to capture the surrounding tranquility of this home. There are so many incredible details in this dwelling, from the staircase design to the floor-to-ceiling glazing in the main bedroom and bathroom, and the fantastic indoor-outdoor connection.

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Above: ⁠A sunny spot to sit and enjoy a view over tree tops.

Above: Full-height glass doors slide away to let summer into the house.

Above: A special quality of light fills this kitchen from a glazed wall and a large outdoor reflecting pond.⁠ The glazing was sourced from Diversified Glazing Systems. The light fixtures are by A-N-D.

Above: A secondary kitchen and bar for fixing a quick drink and snack.

Above: A steeply sloping site affords this living space with elevated views and direct access to the outdoors.⁠

Above: The airy effect of a cantilevered stair with a glass guard. One of many unique moments in this house.

Above: The staircase features cantilevered wood treads, glass railing, and concrete.

Above: A composition of custom textile paneling, architectural concrete, and band-sawn wood cladding at this oversized stair landing. The black wall textile paneling was sourced from CLOTH STUDIO.

Above: This cozy bedroom boasts spectacular ocean views to relax.

Above: In this sensational en-suite bathroom, the dual sinks are by Antoniolupi Design, while the stainless steel taps are by CEADESIGN. All of the bathroom fixtures were supplied by AMBIENT.  This spa-like retreat leads out to a private balcony oasis with scenic water views.

Above: Extending the outdoor season with this generous covered lounge space.⁠

Above: Covered patio access to the rear yard garden.

PHOTOGRAPHER Ema Peter Photography

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