Burk Residence 渡假屋室內設計 by Nargiza Usmanova

Burk Residence 渡假屋室內設計 by Nargiza Usmanova is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award 銅獎 in 室內空間及展覽設計 Competition Category.

銅室內· 2026

Burk Residence 渡假屋室內設計

by Nargiza Usmanova

Client: Mezza Studio

A' Design Award 銅獎 Winner in 室內 Category

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The Design

About Burk Residence 渡假屋室內設計

Burk Residence 係一個私人渡假屋室內設計項目，位於加拿大安大略省一個湖畔地段。呢座單層渡假屋設有八間睡房同六個浴室，配以十二呎樓底同落地玻璃窗，將森林同湖景盡收眼底。木構建築同高級飾面令佢喺偏遠環境都適合全年使用。設有頂篷嘅大型露台、桑拿房、健身室同影院進一步延伸咗生活空間。整體佈局引導賓客喺寧靜嘅房間、養生空間同戶外聚會場所之間自然流暢咁穿梭。

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award 銅獎

Burk Residence 渡假屋室內設計是 A' Design Award 銅獎得主，這是授予以創造力、獨創性和敏銳見長的傑出設計的極具聲望的認可。銅獎得主是技藝嫻熟、創意驚人的作品，印證了其設計師豐富的經驗、想像力與機智。預計Burk Residence 渡假屋室內設計將成為一件備受推崇、令人欽佩且被珍愛的物品，兼具顯著的專業性與創新性。這件贏得 A' Design Award 銅獎的設計融入藝術、科學、設計和技術領域的最佳實踐，並因注重細節而出類拔萃。Burk Residence 渡假屋室內設計出色地滿足需求，觸動渴望，迷住情感，並吸引好奇心。

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.