A minimalist wooden structure enables the autonomy of this Québec house. Here’s how

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Location
Designer
Client
Maison Melba
Landscape Architect
Floor Area
45 sq-m
The addition of a wooden pavilion completes the self-sustaining architectural and ecological vision of Maison Melba, a home nestled in rural Québec.
Key features
Atelier L’Abri’s transfo
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