A space built around movement
The CAPO project in the Charlevoix region of Quebec is an example of a unique approach to residential architecture that prioritizes the movement of the body in space. Located near the Baie Saint-Paul, on a dangerous rocky cliff, the house takes advantage of the specific climate of the place to bring the architects' philosophy to the interior.
Instead of designing the layout of rooms based on a classic functional program, the design logic revolves around paths. The project is created on the basis of an organic path, used by household members to move from one level to another.
By prioritizing movement over program, the project responds to the unstable nature of living with a body that is always in motion. The result is divided living areas of various shapes and orientations. A large panoramic window overlooking the St. Lawrence River is one of the highlights of this astonishing programme.
The logic of the design develops from the top of the plot, where the main entrance is located, with a loggia opening onto the river. It allows access to the terraces from the river side without entering the building. The project is an extension of a pre-existing diagonal route.
In this way, the CAPO project is also an extension of the characteristics of the place, providing residents with an enriching sensory experience. Despite the dangerous nature of the cliff, the project engages residents in a more active relationship with the outdoor spaces, while of course ensuring their safety.
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