Alain Carle Architecte Creates the Unexpected NORM House
Francesca Mercurio — July 22, 2021 — Eco
References: alaincarle & archdaily
NORM house is a residential oasis built by Canadian design firm Alain Carle Architecte. Crafted for a client who wanted their Montreal suburb home to embrace the irregular topography of their surrounding landscape, the home is in Baie'Durfe, Quebec.
This Quebecois suburb is filled with rich vegetation and a natural atmosphere, which inspires the design of the house. Designed with an orthogonal layout, this single-family residence breaks from the traditional notion of a suburban home. It is clean and muted and speaks to the dynamic outside landscape. The placement of openings and windows was meticulously oriented to highlight the outdoor foliage and natural play of light.
At first glance, the home may feel isolated and eerie, yet it was intentionally done in order to create a neutral backdrop for the dynamic family that resides in the home.
Image Credit: Felix Michaud
This Quebecois suburb is filled with rich vegetation and a natural atmosphere, which inspires the design of the house. Designed with an orthogonal layout, this single-family residence breaks from the traditional notion of a suburban home. It is clean and muted and speaks to the dynamic outside landscape. The placement of openings and windows was meticulously oriented to highlight the outdoor foliage and natural play of light.
At first glance, the home may feel isolated and eerie, yet it was intentionally done in order to create a neutral backdrop for the dynamic family that resides in the home.
Image Credit: Felix Michaud
Trend Themes
1. Naturalistic Residencies - The trend of designing residential homes that incorporate and embrace the natural surroundings and environment
2. Irregular Topography Architecture - The trend of designing homes that embrace and work with the natural elevation and geography of the surrounding terrain
3. Dynamic Family Living - The trend of designing residential spaces that cater to the changing and diverse needs of modern and dynamic families
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Innovative architects can take inspiration from designing homes that embrace the natural environment and surroundings, as well as terrain and elevation
2. Real Estate - Real estate developers can explore creating and promoting homes that focus on providing a natural and dynamic living space, instead of traditional suburban homes
3. Interior Design - Interior designers can incorporate natural elements and the dynamic needs of families into their designs for modern and unconventional homes
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