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Burk Boathouse Landetxe Barnealde Diseinua by Nargiza Usmanova

Burk Boathouse Landetxe Barnealde Diseinua by Nargiza Usmanova is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award in Barruko Espazioa eta Erakusketa Diseinua Competition Category.


BrontzeBarrualdea· 2026

Burk Boathouse Landetxe Barnealde Diseinua

by Nargiza Usmanova

Client: Mezza Studio

Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award Winner in Barrualdea Category

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The Design

About Burk Boathouse Landetxe Barnealde Diseinua

Burk Boathouse landetxe barnealde diseinu bat da, Kanadako Ontarioko Jack Lake aintziraren ertzean dagoen atsedenleku baterako. Solairu bakarreko ontzi-etxea jabetza pribatu baten parte da eta zortzi logela ditu. Zurezko eraikuntzak, kalitate handiko akaberek, zorutik sabairainoko leihoek eta hamabi oineko sabaiek aintziraren eta basoaren bistak nabarmentzen dituzte. Estalki batekiko terraza handi batek, kai batek, sauna batek, gimnasio batek eta zinema-areto batek atsedena eta aisialdia bermatzen dituzte. Antolamenduak gonbidatuak modu leunean gidatzen ditu gune sozialen, ongizate-guneen eta aintzira-ertzeko eremuen artean, pribatutasuna, erosotasuna eta urte osoko erabilera eskainiz.

The Recognition

About the Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award

Burk Boathouse Landetxe Barnealde Diseinua Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award irabazlea da, sormenak, asmamenak eta zorroztasunak bereizten dituzten diseinu bikainei ematen zaien aitorpen oso prestijiotsua. Brontze-mailako irabazleak trebetasunez beteriko eta nabarmenki sortzaileak diren artefaktuak dira, beren diseinatzaileen esperientzia zabala, irudimena eta ekimena egiaztatzen dutenak. Burk Boathouse Landetxe Barnealde Diseinua oso estimatua, miretsia eta maitea den objektua izatea espero da, nabarmenki profesionala eta berritzailea dena. Brontzezko Saria A' Design Award irabazi duen diseinu honek artearen, zientziaren, diseinuaren eta teknologiaren praktika onenak biltzen ditu eta xehetasunei ematen dien arretagatik bikaina da. Burk Boathouse Landetxe Barnealde Diseinua beharrak bikain asetzen dituen, desirak ukitzen dituen, sentimenduak xarmatzen dituen eta jakin-mina erakartzen duen lana da.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties
The boathouse, part of a private luxury cottage estate, is an architect‑designed lakefront retreat distinguished by its secluded setting, premium materials, and eight‑bedroom layout. Nestled on Jack Lake, it combines contemporary craftsmanship, expansive glazing, and forest integration to deliver exceptional privacy, comfort, and year‑round livability.
Dimensions & Packaging
Design and Architectural Highlights:
12-foot ceilings
Floor-to-ceiling lakefront and forest views
1,570 sq ft deck with 14 ft canopy
Hot tub, Sauna, Cinema
Gym, Pool table, Ping Pong table and Games
Kayaks, Paddle boards
Dock and loungers, 2 Fire pits
Volleyball net and Playground
Tags
Interior design, Cottage design, Canada style, Hospitality, Boathouse
Production Technology
An architectural project defined by floor‑to‑ceiling windows, timber construction, a single‑storey private cottage layout, premium finishes, and expansive lake views, complemented by resort‑level recreational amenities.
Design Challenge
The main challenge was designing a large retreat that felt both private and integrated with the natural landscape. Remote‑site logistics, climate constraints, and strict building regulations shaped every decision. Limited access, material transport, and winter conditions required adaptive planning. Balancing modern comfort with environmental sensitivity led to innovative spatial solutions and durable construction choices.
Research
This applied design research aimed to create a lakefront retreat that blends comfort with natural immersion. Using site analysis, climate study, and material testing, the team gathered data through environmental observations and user‑flow simulations. Results showed that expansive glazing, spatial zoning, and durable finishes improved light, privacy, and year‑round use. The insights support better residential design in remote settings and enhance real‑life living, tourism, and regional development.
Inspiration
Inspired by the serenity of Canadian wilderness, this project draws from the clarity of modern minimalism and the quiet power of Jack Lake’s landscape. The design emerged from a desire to merge refined architectural restraint with the warmth of Canadian hospitality, creating a retreat that elevates nature through thoughtful research, material precision, and spatial calm.
Project Duration
The project began in April 2021 in Torino and was completed in May 2025, situated 300 km north of Toronto on the tranquil shores of Jack Lake near Burk’s Falls in Ontario, Canada.
Operation Flow
Guests move through the retreat with ease, transitioning from lakeside relaxation to wellness and social spaces. The private dock, hot tub, and large deck invite outdoor gathering, while the amenity wing offers sauna, gym, and theatre experiences. Each area is designed for intuitive use, creating a smooth flow that enhances comfort, connection, and restorative lakefront living.
Patents
Copyrights belong to Nargiza Usmanova, 2025.
Image Credits
Image #1: Photographer Maxim Zinchuk, Burk's Falls Boathouse, 2025.
Image #2: Photographer Maxim Zinchuk, Burk's Falls Boathouse, 2025.
Image #3: Photographer Maxim Zinchuk, Burk's Falls Boathouse, 2025.
Image #4: Photographer Maxim Zinchuk, Burk's Falls Boathouse, 2025.
Image #5: Photographer Maxim Zinchuk, Burk's Falls Boathouse, 2025.

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