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La Cime: Exploring Naturehumaine’s Sustainable Micro-Chalet

A modern, minimalist cabin nestled in a lush green forest, with a wooden exterior and large windows.

Naturhumaine [architecture+design] has unveiled a captivating micro-chalet project, La Cime, in the heart of the Canadian wilderness. This 538-square-foot house, designed in 2024, sits atop a densely wooded lot in the village of Sainte-Béatrix, Lanaudière, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding treetops.

Thoughtfully crafted to minimize its environmental impact, the property features a LEED GOLD certification and Novoclimat standards, showcasing the architects’ commitment to sustainability.

Boîte à Lumière by Naturehumaine [architecture+design]

Modern terrace with wooden decking and black facade, featuring large glass doors.

Step into Boîte à Lumière, a harmonious blend of history and modernity in Montreal’s vibrant Rosemont-Petite-Patrie district. Naturehumaine [architecture+design] meticulously transformed a 1940s “shoebox” house, fusing the original structure with a luminous, modern extension. This renovated home now offers an oasis of calm with a central courtyard, sky-lit interiors, and a harmonious balance of private and communal spaces, all while embracing the surrounding urban pulse.