Perched atop a rocky shoreline in Hubbards, Canada, Rockbound by Omar Gandhi Architects serves as a refuge from the outside world. Designed with durable materials that adjust to changing weather patterns, this coastal house features an innovative engineering solution to anchor it firmly amidst its challenging locale.

Seaside Shelter on Rocky Landscape
Omar Gandhi Architects designed Rockbound, a residential retreat, along the rocky shoreline in Hubbards, Nova Scotia, suited for adapting to changing weather patterns.
Located amongst the rocky landscape, Rockbound utilises forward-thinking construction techniques and methods developed by the studio.

“The clients for Rockbound had a unique vision ? a refuge from their busy lives, a shelter from the outside world, yet intimately connected to the ever-changing beauty of the bay,” said the studio. “Rockbound exemplifies a forward-thinking approach to building design, where durability and adaptability to changing weather patterns are paramount considerations.”

Responding to Site Constraints
The team faced challenges during the construction as the project site is located on a seam in the bedrock.
A series of micro-piles that helped redistribute the building’s loads were incorporated into the design to address this issue.
“The steel and wood frame was meticulously designed to resist hurricane-force winds, all the while maintaining a sense of delicateness and grace,” said the studio.

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