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"It was a creepy place, but the site was amazing," says architect Romy Brosseau of La Shed Architecture.
When doctors Camille Deshaies and Alexandre Dow bought their property in rural Quebec, it came with an unusual feature: a homemade castle. The previous owners had spent years building the fairytale structure, complete with full-size statues and grand exterior staircases—but by the time Camille and Alexandre took over, the romantic vision had deteriorated beyond repair. "It was a creepy place, but the site was amazing," explains architect Romy Brosseau of Montreal’s La Shed Architecture, who the couple contacted for a new build.
In rural Quebec, La Shed Architecture designed a simple gabled home that echoes the form of the region’s traditional barns. The eastern cedar cladding will develop a gray patina over time.
Photo: Maxime Brouillet
The exposed bedrock discovered beneath the original castle was incorporated into the architecture. The kids love to climb and play on the terrain.
Photo: Maxime Brouillet
A wooden terrace spans the length of the house, connecting the common areas directly to the landscape.
Photo: Maxime Brouillet
See the full story on Dwell.com: They Built a Fairytale Home on the Grounds of a Crumbling DIY Castle
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By: Stacey McLachlan
Title: They Built a Fairytale Home on the Grounds of a Crumbling DIY Castle
Sourced From: www.dwell.com/article/maison-des-thuyas-la-shed-architecture-quebec-cabin-d5b39ab7
Published Date: Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:08:32 GMT
