Résidence
la Lorgnette

New construction Residential2018

The lorgnette is a type of spotting scope. It is an optical instrument that allows the human eye to see objects up close more clearly. It typically has one or two lenses and a handle for holding it. It was commonly used in the past during performances. In this case, it serves to better view the river through the trees.

Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes
  • Photographe : Adrien Williams
Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes
Well hidden at the end of an almost secret passage, the residence is situated along a narrow plot in the heart of Quebec City. Upon arrival, one walks alongside the wing of the garage and bedrooms. ↓
Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes
The view opens up to the heart of the house, which is entirely glazed and reveals the courtyard beyond. A wooden screen, positioned high up, provides a degree of privacy. ↓
Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes
From the backyard, the kitchen volume extends close to the ground, interacting with the cantilevered volume of the master bedroom. The airy volume points towards the St. Lawrence River, making the reference to a lorgnette particularly meaningful. ↓
Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes
Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes
The interior of the residence is defined by an abundance of natural light, created by the through-glazing of the central part. ↓
Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes
Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes
Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes
Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes
On the upper floor, the steel structure supporting the cantilever is exposed, offering a clearer understanding of this structural feat. The cedar ceiling snakes along the angles of the roof, further highlighting the formal richness of the residence and bringing a sense of calm to the space. ↓
Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes
Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes
Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes
Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes
Résidence la Lorgnette by Bourgeois / Lechasseur architectes