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Burk Boathouse Desain Interior Cottage by Nargiza Usmanova

Burk Boathouse 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 Boathouse 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 Boathouse Desain Interior Cottage

Burk Boathouse mangrupa desain interior cottage pikeun tempat panyalindungan di sisi situ di Jack Lake, Ontario, Kanada. Boathouse sa-lanté ieu jadi bagian tina hiji éstat pribadi jeung ngandung dalapan kamar saré. Konstruksi kayu, finishing kelas premium, jandéla ti lanté nepi ka lalangit, sarta lalangit satinggi dua belas suku ngabingkai pamandangan situ jeung leuweung. Dek nu lega maké kanopi, darmaga, sauna, tempat gim, jeung bioskop ngarojong istirahat sarta rékréasi. Tata rohanganana nungtun tamu kalayan lancar antara wewengkon sosial, kaséhatan, jeung sisi situ, méré privasi, kanyamanan, sarta bisa dipaké sapanjang taun.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Perunggu

Burk Boathouse 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 Boathouse 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 Boathouse Desain Interior Cottage minuhan kabutuhan kalayan éndah, nyentuh kahayang, nyenangkeun rasa, jeung narik rasa panasaran.

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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