Muskoka Boathouse

Figure1 - Muskoka Boathouse

Figure 2 - interior

The Muskoka boathouse was designed by Shim Sutcliffe Architects and is situated on the idyllic shoreline of Lake Muskoka in Canada. It has the style of a traditional log cabin that places itself perfectly into its surroundings. There are two boat slips which are located under the living area and can be accessed straight from the water. The build began in winter when the lake was frozen and this made work very difficult as areas had to be drilled through the ice for the stilts and structural supports. The interior of the boathouse is not massive, but it was not built to accommodate an entire family to live in. The whole interior is quite open plan so that too many walls do not spoil the picturesque views outside, with a kitchenette and living room , a bedroom and a shower room. This is a lovely wee boathouse, but its the surroundings that really make the boathouse so beautiful. On days when the water is flat calm and it is so peaceful you could just sit for hours and look across the water away in a dream or take one of the boats out and really experience the surroundings.  

Figure 1 - Muskoka Boathouse - www.raic.org
Figure 2 - Interior - www.raic.org