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Burk Boathouse Kotej Interýer Dizaýny by Nargiza Usmanova

Burk Boathouse Kotej Interýer Dizaýny by Nargiza Usmanova is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Bürünç Baýragy in Içki Giňişlik we Sergi Dizaýny Competition Category.


BürünçIçki Bezeg· 2026

Burk Boathouse Kotej Interýer Dizaýny

by Nargiza Usmanova

Client: Mezza Studio

A' Design Award Bürünç Baýragy Winner in Içki Bezeg Category

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The Design

About Burk Boathouse Kotej Interýer Dizaýny

Burk Boathouse — Kanadanyň Ontario welaýatyndaky Jack kölüniň kenaryndaky dynç alyş mekany üçin döredilen kotej interýer dizaýnydyr. Bir gatly gaýykhana hususy mülküň bir bölegi bolup, sekiz ýatylýan otagdan ybaratdyr. Agaç gurluşyk, ýokary hilli örtükler, poldan potologa çenli äpişgeler we on iki futlyk potologlar kölüň we tokaýyň görnüşlerini çarçuwalaýar. Örtükli uly terrasa, duralga, sauna, sport zaly we kinozal dynç almak we güýmenje üçin şert döredýär. Meýilleşdiriş myhmanlary sosial, saglyk we köl kenaryndaky zolaklaryň arasynda rahat ugrukdyryp, gizlinlik, amatlylyk we ýylyň dowamynda ulanmak mümkinçiligini hödürleýär.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Bürünç Baýragy

Burk Boathouse Kotej Interýer Dizaýny A' Design Award Bürünç Baýragynyň ýeňijisidir; bu döredijilik, ussatlyk we ýiti akyl bilen tapawutlanýan tapawutly dizaýnlara berilýän aşa abraýly ykrarnamadyr. Bürünç ýeňijileri dizaýnerleriniň giň tejribesini, hyýalyny we tapawutlylygyny tassyklaýan örän ussat we geň galdyryjy derejede döredijilikli eserlerdir. Burk Boathouse Kotej Interýer Dizaýny uly baha berilýän, haýran galynýan we söýülýän, üns çekiji derejede hünärmenlikli we täzelikçi zat bolmagy garaşylýar. A' Design Award Bürünç Baýragyny gazanan bu dizaýn sungatda, ylymda, dizaýnda we tehnologiýada iň oňat tejribeleri öz içine alýar we jikme-jiklige edýän üni bilen ajaýypdyr. Burk Boathouse Kotej Interýer Dizaýny zerurlyklary ajaýyp derejede kanagatlandyrýar, isleglere degýär, duýgulary özüne çekýär we gyzyklanmany çekýär.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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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