Burk Residence Usanifu wa Ndani wa Nyumba ya Mapumziko by Nargiza Usmanova

Burk Residence Usanifu wa Ndani wa Nyumba ya Mapumziko by Nargiza Usmanova is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award in Usanifu wa Nafasi za Ndani na Maonyesho Competition Category.

ShabaMambo ya Ndani· 2026

Burk Residence Usanifu wa Ndani wa Nyumba ya Mapumziko

by Nargiza Usmanova

Client: Mezza Studio

Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award Winner in Mambo ya Ndani Category

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The Design

About Burk Residence Usanifu wa Ndani wa Nyumba ya Mapumziko

Burk Residence ni usanifu wa ndani wa nyumba ya mapumziko ya kibinafsi ulioundwa kwa ajili ya eneo lililo kando ya ziwa huko Ontario, Kanada. Makazi haya ya ghorofa moja yana vyumba vinane vya kulala na bafu sita, na dari za futi kumi na mbili pamoja na madirisha yanayofika kutoka sakafuni hadi darini yanayoonyesha msitu na ziwa. Ujenzi wa mbao na umaliziaji wa hali ya juu unawezesha matumizi ya mwaka mzima katika eneo la mbali. Sitaha kubwa yenye kivuli, sauna, ukumbi wa mazoezi na sinema huongeza maeneo ya kuishi. Mpangilio huwaongoza wageni kwa urahisi kati ya vyumba tulivu, maeneo ya afya na ustawi, na maeneo ya kukusanyika nje.

The Recognition

About the Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award

Burk Residence Usanifu wa Ndani wa Nyumba ya Mapumziko ni mshindi wa Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award, utambuzi wenye heshima kubwa unaotolewa kwa miundo bora inayotofautishwa kwa ubunifu, ustadi na busara. Washindi wa Shaba ni kazi za ufundi mwingi na bunifu ya kushangaza zinazothibitisha uzoefu mpana, mawazo na ustadi wa wabunifu wao. Burk Residence Usanifu wa Ndani wa Nyumba ya Mapumziko inatarajiwa kuwa kitu kinachothaminiwa sana, kupendwa na kuenziwa, ambacho ni cha kitaalamu na bunifu kwa kiasi kikubwa. Muundo huu ulioshinda Tuzo ya Shaba ya A' Design Award unajumuisha mbinu bora katika sanaa, sayansi, usanifu na teknolojia, na ni bora kwa umakini wake kwa undani. Burk Residence Usanifu wa Ndani wa Nyumba ya Mapumziko hutosheleza mahitaji kwa uzuri, hugusa hamu, huvutia hisia na kuvutia udadisi.

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.