Résidence du Parc

The Résidence du Parc comes to life in a century-old duplex
located in the Montcalm neighborhood of Québec City. The
architectural intervention engages with elegance and convic-
tion in the original house. The project explores and affirms the
potential of architectural reuse within a practice that is sensitive
to contemporary issues—particularly the importance of urban
renovation in enhancing the quality of our built environment and
promoting carbon footprint reduction.
The striking skylight, perched above the staircase, bathes the
home in soft, generous light, also serving as an organizational
pivot for the house, separating the living spaces from the sleep-
ing quarters of the young family.
This skylight, invisible from the street, has completely trans-
formed what was once a dark home by creating moments of
dancing light that celebrate the changing moods of the day.
The family residence exudes simplicity and warmth, thanks to
the use of local materials that blend seamlessly with the early
20th-century woodwork, which is highlighted throughout the
project. The contemporary interventions are applied with the
precision of acupuncture—bold yet respectful, allowing the soul
of the space to shine through.

Architects: Jérôme Lapierre, Florence Bouchard-Bédard
Type: Single-family residence in a patrimonial building.
Year of construction: 2024
Photography: Maxime Brouillet