F Residence

Set on family acreage between Winkler and Morden in southern Manitoba, the F Residence is a two-storey home designed to balance openness, comfort, and connection to its rural setting. The house is defined by a striking 125-foot-long monoslope roof and an exterior clad primarily in black-stained cedar, with natural Douglas fir providing contrast at key moments of entry and approach. The recessed main entrance creates a visual axis from the living room to the property’s drive, allowing views to arriving guests while marking a deliberate threshold into the home.

The open-plan interior centers on a double-height fireplace, with floor-to-ceiling glazing along the living room drawing daylight deep into the space. Smaller windows punctuate the drive-side façade to provide privacy while maintaining balance in the composition. The program includes four bedrooms, an office, theatre and simulator room, bar, and art room, as well as a generous recreation wing with an indoor pool, sauna, and fitness area. Sliding glass doors open the pool directly to the outdoors during Manitoba’s summer months.

Wood is integral throughout the project, providing structure, cladding, millwork, and finishes. Black cedar defines the exterior, transitioning to natural cedar on the south façade and fir slats at the entry that extend indoors as a unifying detail. White oak is used for flooring, stair treads, and doors, complementing the steel frame with warmth and texture. Inside the pool wing, a cedar-clad sauna introduces a note of intimacy.

Through its expressive use of wood, the F Residence establishes a refined yet grounded presence, harmonizing contemporary design with its prairie surroundings.