SUTTON, Quebec — Architectural design studio La Nony FAMILI took on the remodeling of the expansive Mid-century inspired McPherson residence featuring floor-to-ceiling windows located in the heart of Quebec’s Lac-Brome region.

The design team primarily focused on decoration and furnishing, with the exception of the bathrooms and kitchen, which required substantial work.

The agency drew inspiration from the striking elements of the existing architecture to establish the project's guiding principles. The modernist style took center stage: minimalism and functionality, a blend of straight lines and curves, and contrasting colors and textures.

To highlight the windows and enhance the connection with the surrounding landscape, the exterior walls were painted in light tones and left almost bare. In contrast, wood and warm tones predominated in the furniture and decor, creating a contrast between the outer envelope and the cozy interior.

The La Nony FAMILI team custom designed most of the furniture for the project and integrated ample storage volumes without cluttering the space. The remaining furnishings and accessories were carefully selected from renowned manufacturers, mostly Canadian, such as Perez Furniture, with lighting selections from Anony and Luminaires Authentik.

In an ecological effort, the kitchen retained its appliances and cabinets, with only the facades and countertops being replaced. Custom oversized handles, a new island, and a mosaic wall completed this transformation.

American cherry, a locally sourced wood species rarely used, was chosen for the custom furniture in the living spaces. Its iconic reddish-brown hue warms and energizes these areas, while walnut was preferred in more intimate spaces for its elegance and depth, adding an extra touch of refinement.