Les Rochers is a contemporary holiday home located on Île du Havre Aubert, one of the Magdalen Islands in Quebec, Canada. Designed by la Shed Architecture and completed in 2019, the project consists of a main house and a guest cabin, which serve as a retreat for a couple. Situated on a hillside with panoramic views of the sea, the house was conceived to provide a sophisticated getaway in a windswept landscape of shores, meadows, and dunes. The design is a modern interpretation of the traditional shingled houses and fishing huts found on the islands, but with a unique, contemporary twist. Instead of traditional vestibules, the architects used asymmetric gabled forms that appear sculptural and well-anchored in the local context. The exterior of the house and cabin is clad in untreated, natural-colored cedar shingles, which are left to weather naturally and harmonize with the coastal environment. Large windows are strategically placed to maximize the 360-degree views of the maritime landscape. Inside, the home features a minimalist and airy aesthetic. The open-plan layout creates a spacious feel within the compact footprint. The material palette includes both natural wood and clean, modern finishes. The project, including both the main house and guest cabin, has been recognized for its design, receiving a Platinum award at the 14th edition of the GRANDS PRIX DU DESIGN. Credits Architects: Renée Mailhot, Yannick Laurin, and Sébastien Parent of la Shed architecture Clients: Vincent Morel and Jan-Nicolas Vanderveken Architectural Team: Romy Brosseau, Kevyn Durocher, Guillaume Fournier, Samuel Guimond Photography: Maxime Brouillet