Burk Residence Desain Interior Cottage by Nargiza Usmanova

Burk Residence Desain Interior Cottage by Nargiza Usmanova is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Perunggu in Interior Competition Category.

PerungguInterior· 2026

Burk Residence Desain Interior Cottage

by Nargiza Usmanova

Client: Mezza Studio

A' Design Award Perunggu Winner in Interior Category

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The Design

About Burk Residence Desain Interior Cottage

Burk Residence mangrupa desain interior cottage pribadi anu dijieun pikeun lokasi di sisi danau di Ontario, Kanada. Tempat panglipur satingkat ieu ngandung dalapan pangkeng jeung genep kamar mandi, kalayan siling saluhur dua belas suku sarta jandéla ti lanté nepi ka siling anu ngabingkai leuweung jeung danau. Konstruksi kayu jeung finishing kualitas luhur ngarojong pamakéan sapanjang taun di lingkungan anu terpencil. Dek badag anu maké kanopi, sauna, tempat olahraga jeung bioskop ngalegaan rohangan pikeun hirup sapopoé. Tata perenahna nungtun tamu kalayan lancar antara kamar-kamar anu tenang, rohangan kaséhatan jeung tempat kumpul di luar.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Perunggu

Burk Residence Desain Interior Cottage mangrupa juara A' Design Award Perunggu, pangakuan anu pohara bergengsi anu dipasihkeun ka desain unggul anu dicirikeun ku kréativitas, kacerdikan jeung kawaspadaan. Para juara Perunggu téh artéfak anu lobaan kaahlian jeung kréatif pisan anu ngabuktikeun pangalaman anu lega, imajinasi jeung kacerdasan para désainerna. Burk Residence Desain Interior Cottage diharepkeun jadi objék anu dihargaan, dikagumi jeung dipikanyaah anu profésional jeung inovatif. Desain juara A' Design Award Perunggu ieu ngalebetkeun prakték pangalusna dina seni, élmu, desain jeung téknologi, sarta unggul dina perhatian kana détail. Burk Residence Desain Interior Cottage minuhan kabutuhan kalayan éndah, nyentuh kahayang, nyenangkeun rasa, jeung narik rasa panasaran.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: The private cottage, an architect-designed lakefront retreat, features an eight-bedroom layout crafted with premium materials and contemporary detailing. Expansive glazing frames the surrounding forest and water, while the structure's integration with the landscape ensures privacy, comfort, and functionality throughout the year. The design emphasizes spatial clarity, natural light, and a refined connection to its environment.
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
8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms
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, Private house
Production Technology: An architectural masterpiece 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 Cottage, 2025.
Image #2: Photographer Maxim Zinchuk, Burk's Falls Cottage, 2025.
Image #3: Photographer Maxim Zinchuk, Burk's Falls Cottage, 2025.
Image #4: Photographer Maxim Zinchuk, Burk's Falls Cottage, 2025.
Image #5: Photographer Maxim Zinchuk, Burk's Falls Cottage, 2025.