Architect Omar Gandhi looked to create a “serene woodland retreat” when designing this home in the Gaspereau River Valley, Nova Scotia. <\/p>\n
Named “White Rock”, the residence is set at the top of steep rocky cliff and looks out across a location known for its farming communities, apple orchards, and vineyards. With all that in mind, the area was the perfect choice for the restful space Gandhi was looking to create. “Our project was born from the aspiration to create a serene woodland retreat, a meditative escape,” he said. “We embraced a unique approach, blending craft, design, texture, and light variation to evoke an aura of mystery and darkness.” <\/p>\n
Indeed, those inspirations are evident when you tour through the house. Its austere exterior based on that of old hunting cabins and sees corten steel combined with wooden cladding. On the inside, though, it is a different story. Aesthetics are kept raw, with smoked oak and steel used to create fixtures and fittings, but lighting is dim \u2013 creating a luxurious feel.<\/p>\n