Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
Situated below a ridge of exposed bedrock,the lower half of the cottage is concealedfrom view on approach, while its upperfloor is accessed via a bridge.
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
The upper-level living spaces float above the forest, with wrap-around windows and sliding doors opening to a sunlit deck that blurs the line between indoors and out.
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
Crédit photo :
Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
A cast concrete hearth forms the focalpoint of the space, surrounded by ampleseating designed to invite gathering andconnection.
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Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
A 17-foot-long built-in bench beneath thewindow with integrated storage offersadditional options for casual lounging,while also creating a cozy spot to take inthe view.
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Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
The open plan living, dining room, and kitchenmerge seamlessly, fostering connection withinthe space. Every circulation route terminatesat a window or door, ensuring constant visualaccess to the surrounding landscape.
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
The kitchen is outfitted with white oak millwork,complemented by stone countertops and amatching backsplash. A long island with a barsink and generous seating subtly delineatesthe space, while a continuous western hemlockceiling overhead softens acoustics and bringswarmth and texture to the interior.
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
Expansive wrap-around windows blur theboundaries between indoors and outdoors,enhancing the connection to nature. Thewarm wood tones of the interior seamlesslyframe the view, drawing the surroundingforest into the space.
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
The lower-level bedrooms open to theforest through floor-to-ceiling windowsand dedicated exterior entrances, offering guests a direct connection to thelandscape.
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Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
On the lower deck, a pair of teak swings creates an intimate conversation area nestled against the rock face—offering a peaceful and cool spot for relaxation.
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
The entry foyer blends warm and cool tones, with large-format tiles that echo the nearby rock of the Canadian Shield, grounding the materials within their natural surroundings.
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
A cozy retreat under the stairs offersa playful hideaway for kids, with softseating, natural light, and views of theforest.
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
On the lower level, five bedrooms and twobathrooms line the hallway, which terminatesin a view of the lake. Brushed oak floorboardsand hemlock wall cladding are brought to lifeby the generous natural light.
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
The west-facing principal bedroom opensfully to the outdoors, offering an immersiveconnection to the landscape and anuninterrupted view of the setting sunfiltering through the trees—an invitation toend each day bathed in golden light.
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
The ensuite bathroom opens directly to theexterior, where an outdoor shower offers anod to the family’s love of camping and therituals of life at the lake.
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
The two levels of the cottage are offsetto create two spacious outdoor decks,integrated into the building’s design. Thelower deck, shaded beneath the projectingupper floor and nestled against a bedrockoutcropping, stays cool in summer thanksto the cooling effect of the stone and crossbreezes off the lake.
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
The upper deck, adjacent to the living room,provides sweeping views of the forest andwater on three sides. It features retractablescreens for protection from bugs, and anoutdoor wood-burning fireplace that echoesthe hearth inside, extending enjoyment ofthe outdoors into the colder months.
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Riley Snelling
Cottage Long Lake
Dubbeldam Architecture + Design
A view from the forest reveals the cottage’sstriking transparency—blurring boundariesbetween inside and out—while the upper deck hovers above, offering a sheltered outdoor living space immersed in the treetops.
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