Chester House, Nova Scotia property, Canada

Chester House, Nova Scotia property, Canada

MacKay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects have just completed a 1,350-square-foot home in Chester, an oceanside village on Nova Scotia’s South Shore, Canada.This two-and-a-half-story house is a prototype of modest living. Culturally and economically appropriate to its setting, the site transcends into the local culture, blending into the landscape.

Canadian Landscape Architect Claude Cormier

Love Park Toronto by Canadian Landscape Architect Claude Cormier

Landscape architect Claude Cormier, the creative force behind of some of Canada’s most beloved, joyous, and critically acclaimed public spaces, has died at his Montreal, Quebec, home on September 15th. He was 63. His lyrical, conceptual approach to designing public spaces leaves a colourful and deeply original imprint on North American cities.