Dove Cottage / AGATHOM Co.

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Text description provided by the architects. Dove is a series of interconnected pavilions in the landscape. The 5,000 square-foot, L-shaped home is at its peak a space for dining, transiting into a low living space. Each room is independently situated and connected to multiple inner routes, so each main space becomes a destination. The experience of moving through the project is envisioned as a walk through Ontario woods and meadows. The heart of the home wraps around back-to-back fireplaces within monolithic concrete trunks. Natural light occurs through glimpses, washing walls, and reflecting off surfaces. This project employs a concept of environmental stewardship that is often overlooked. Enduring materials that will embrace time were chosen throughout the home. The goal of connectedness is to produce lasting empathy and a sense of belonging to the natural world.