Contemporary Whistler Chalet

Designed as a grand Bavarian-style chalet rising from the alpine forest, the significant grade change of this site provides opportunities for an uncommon landscape. Of special importance to the design influenced by the Brutalist movement, the irregularly-placed concrete fin walls provide a modern ambiance; yet also provide protection from sloughing, run-off, and snow slides. The protected pockets they create are planted with native species that will provide the home with privacy, and a forested atmosphere to appreciate from the spa on a snowy winter’s day. In the summer season, an undulating field of salvia varieties cascade along with native conifers and soft ferns.

Layers of enormous local Whistler basalt cubes nestle the home into the mountain, and asymmetrical basalt slabs foster movement around the steep site.
The irregularly-placed concrete fin walls provide stable planting pockets for native species such as douglas firs, mountain hemlocks, trembling aspens, and a variety of maples.
Gathering and leisure areas are designed with the Brutalist movement in mind, and seamlessly integrated with the encompassing stately architecture.
  • Architect & Interior

    Openspace Architecture

  • Builder

    Bradner Homes Ltd.

  • Landscape Contractor

    Fossil Landscape Construction

  • Pool Contractor

    Alka Pool Construction Ltd.

  • Photographer

    Russell Dalby

  • Completed

    Fall 2022