Montreal architect sticks to basics in agrotourism site design

by arslan_ahmed | January 10, 2023 4:22 pm

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Set against Mont-Tremblant National Park, within the Devil’s River valley, Que., the Farouche agrotourism site, minimalist in essence, makes the most of the natural and untamed qualities of the territory.

Designed by architect Atelier L’Abri, the project combines a Nordic farm, a cafe-bar, four-season micro-refuges, and an outdoor basecamp, which recede into the landscape, allowing guests to fully immerse in the wild beauty of the Devil’s River. On the north side of Lake Superior road, a barn serves as the headquarters for the farm activities. The route leading to the small organic vegetable farm goes through the tunnel greenhouses, flower fields, and fallow land. The hiking trails begin behind the agricultural building and allow visitors of the Farouche site to explore the mountains of the Devil’s valley.

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On the river side, to the south of the road, the cafe is at the heart of the activities offered on the site. Visitors enter building through the small market, which sells seasonal products from the vegetable farm, as well as other goods such as cheeses, beers, and wines from local producers. The dining area and its kitchen offer passing visitors and cabin guests an opportunity to taste meals from the farm’s production.

The cafe lounge opens towards the river: its large west-facing windows offering unique views of Mont-Tremblant and sunsets behind the Laurentian mountaintops.

Nestled in the cathedral roof, a mezzanine space offers a quiet, set back living room. The building’s materiality is sober; the charcoal-coloured steel roofs and the natural hemlock siding are reminiscent of vernacular farm buildings.

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The cedar shingle micro-cabins camp stands south of the cafe. Organized organically and connected by a winding path, the four small A-frame shelters each contain a king bed, a sofa, and a gas stove within their compact plan.

Construction of the project was handled by Construction Pascal Rondeau, while Alte Coop was responsible for the engineering.

Source URL: https://www.constructioncanada.net/montreal-architect-sticks-to-basics-in-agrotourism-site-design/

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