两个家庭的新家给蒙特利尔的一个安静的社区带来了新的生命，这个社区可以追溯到50和60年代。随着越来越多的年轻家庭搬进来，这栋新近建成的建筑以其独特的、不起眼的方式，成为逐渐改变蒙特利尔传统街道的运动的一部分。他们正在寻找友好的环境，但也在寻找一种现代的生活方式。
A new home for two families brings new life to a quiet Montréal neighborhood dating back to the 50’s and 60’s. In its own, unassuming way, this recent building is part of a movement that is gradually transforming Montréal’s traditional streets, as a growing number of young families are moving in. They are looking for friendly surroundings, but also for a contemporary way of life.
命名为La DUETTE是参考二重奏，为两个表演者准备的，这个新房子是为希望与他们各自的家庭生活在同一屋檐下的兄弟和姐妹设计。他们中的一个占据了上面的两层，而另一个则在最低层。尽管有严格的分区规定，但要把自然光带到两个室内，这一挑战对Natalie Dionne建筑事务所来说是一个值得欢迎的机会。
Named La DUETTE in reference to the duet, intended for two performers, this new house was designed for a brother and a sister wanting to live under the same roof with their respective families. One of them occupies the upper two floors while the other one is on the lowest level. The challenge of bringing natural light to both interiors despite strict zoning regulations was a welcome opportunity for Natalie Dionne Architecture.
La DUETTE实际上是由3D模型演变而来，这使得建筑师能够在不违反现有法规的情况下探索这个狭窄场地的潜力。虚拟模型对塑造项目非常有用，但它也帮助设计师发现了意想不到的景观和外部生活空间。
La DUETTE literally evolved from 3D models, which allowed the architects to explore the potential of this narrow site without contravening existing regulations. The virtual model was extremely useful in shaping the project, but it also helped the designers discover unexpected views and exterior living spaces.
这个新的三层复式楼的上层单元可以从正面进入，离开街道。从侧面的小巷可以进入下层单元。每个入口上方都有一个小门牌，从街道上发出信号，有助于为两个家庭创造一种亲密的感觉。下层单位略低于地面，是一个两居室的公寓，生活区延伸到一个小的私人庭院。光线从后面的大开口处以及侧面的窗户涌入。
The upper unit of this new three-storey duplex is accessible from the front façade, off the street. Access to the lower unit is from the side alley. A small marquee above each entrance signals their presence from the street and helps create a feeling of intimacy for both families. Set slightly below ground, the lower unit is a two-bedroom apartment with a living area extending outside to a small private courtyard. Light floods in from the large openings at the back as well as from side windows.
在房子的前面，楼梯通向上面的单元，它高于街道水平。一楼被处理成一个开放的生活空间。厨房和用餐区直接连接到一个宽敞的有盖阳台，可以俯瞰后巷。主卧室、两间儿童卧室和一个小型游戏区位于上层。我们设想了两种最大化自然光的解决方案。第一个方案是将侧面的立面向内 “折叠”，创造出一个足够大的凹槽，以容纳两组相互对立的窗户。这些窗户是自然光的主要来源，也提供了意想不到的景观。另一个解决方案是加入一个天窗，旨在完全覆盖楼梯间，使其看起来几乎不可见。
At the front of the house, stairs lead up to the upper unit, which is raised above the street level. The ground floor is treated as an open-concept living space. The kitchen and the dining area are directly connected to a generous covered terrace overlooking the back alley. The master bedroom, two children’s bedrooms, and a small play area are on the upper floor.Two solutions for maximizing natural light were envisioned. The first was to “fold” the lateral façade inwards, creating a recess large enough to accommodate two sets of windows facing each other. A major source of natural light, these windows also provide unexpected views. The other solution was to incorporate a skylight intended to cover the stairwell so completely as to appear practically invisible.
透明度是这个项目的关键，特别是在上层单位，那里光线充足，出乎意料的景色突然出现。漂浮在地板上的雕塑般的楼梯创造了神奇的时刻。日常的姿态变成了诗意。一个无缝的玻璃隔断将主卧室和楼梯间分开，加强了透明的效果。长长的窗帘保证了私密性。巨大的门和隔板上都使用了枫木饰面，目的是让服务不被看见。木材的温暖存在弥补了诸如地板的抛光混凝土和窗户的铝框等材料的冷感。黑色的楼梯与周围的白色环境形成了鲜明的对比。部分悬挂在钢板隔板上，它的雕塑效果因上方天窗的自然光所产生的阴影而变得更加突出。
Transparency is key to this project, particularly in the upper unit where light abounds and unexpected views pop up, out of the blue. The sculptural stairs, which float above the floor, create magical moments. Everyday gestures become poetry. A seamless glass partition separates the master bedroom from the stairwell, reinforcing the effect of transparency. Long curtains insure intimacy. Maple veneer is used throughout on huge doors and partitions meant to keep services out of sight. The warm presence of wood makes up for the cooler feeling of materials such as the floors’ polished concrete and the windows’ aluminum frames. The black staircase stands in stark contrast with its white surroundings. Partially suspended to a sheet steel divider, its sculptural effect is accentuated by the shadows created by the natural light coming from the skylight above.
Architects: Natalie Dionne Architecture
Area: 300 m²
Year: 2019
Photographs: Raphaël Thibodeau
Constructor: OVI construction
Design Team:Corinne Deleers, Martin Laneuville, Rosemarie Faille-Faubert
Clients:Patrice Éthier, Sophia Lormeus, Annie Éthier
Engineer:Latéral
City:Montréal
Country:Canada