Primary and Ensuite Maquette
Inspired by Ushuaia, Argentina
This project focused on a city-based vernacular, Ushuaia, Argentina. Because the clients were from this area, we wanted to honour the land and their culture while creating a modern Canadiana twist.
Early explorers saw fires on the shore of Ushuaia and nicknamed it “Terra del Fuego”, meaning Land of Fire. I knew this would be my starting point, the focal point of the entire room.
The landscape, climate, history, and main industries in the area were essential to develop the design language. We drew inspiration from the mountains, water, past and current culture, and the architecture found in the area, namely from the works by Michael Reynolds. He cleverly reused washed up bottles from the shore to integrate into his design. This inspiration went into the development the wet room.
Glimpse into the Primary
A Panoramic View
I knew I wanted the fireplace to be viewed throughout the space, and chose an open concept design to acheive this. To create the layered effect, I chose a chaise lounge with a curved backing, and created a headboard in the opposite direction to reflects the tumbling hillside in the tundra area.
Pointed tips were used throughout the space through the windows, millwork, lighting, and accessories to allude to the mountainous backdrop.
The Bedroom
View of the Bed and Seating Area
View of the Entrance, Walk-in Closet Millwork, and Bed Area
Another View of the Bed and Seating Area with Ceiling Details
The Lounge Area
Fireplace and Custom Windows. Accented with a Cascading Chandelier
Seating Area with a Glimpse into the Ensuite
The Ensuite
The ensuite explores the fishing industry as a stylistic element, with the lighting fixtures, wooden plank flooring, wall tiles, and faucets. We can better see the use of curves through the vanity, wet room walls, wall tiles, shower seating, and floor elevation to create the illusion of a wave in motion. To tie into the red roofs of Ushuaia, the storage for toothbrushes on the vanity also incorporates a similar design. Finally, to solidify the idea of the meaning of Terra del Fuego, the entire space has been accessorized with many candles.
Vanity on the Right and Wet Room on the Left
A Peak of the Walk-in Closet from the Ensuite
View of Toilet and Vanity from the Walk-in
