Nestled between suburban tranquility and the rugged Canadian coast, the Liminal House, by McLeod Bovell, embodies the essence of liminality.

Nestled between suburban tranquility and the rugged Canadian coastline, the Liminal House is a contemporary home in West Vancouver. Designed by McLeod Bovell Modern Houses, the seaside residence embodies the essence of liminality ? the state of being betwixt and between, neither fully here nor there. At the heart of the design philosophy lies an understanding of transition, spurred by the homeowners’ impending journey of being empty nesters. The house serves not only as a physical space to live in, but as a narrative of passage “orchestrating movement through space.”

The physical manifestation of the liminal concept is evident throughout the aptly named house. The structure seamlessly merges with its natural surroundings while asserting its presence. Concrete, stained Accoya wood, and aluminum plate converge to form a sturdy yet elegant facade, resilient against the relentless onslaught of coastal elements.
The architectural narrative eschews traditional notions of elevation, opting instead for a scenographic approach that invites exploration. Courtyards, cantilevered volumes, and integrated landscape features dissolve the boundaries between indoor and outdoor, inviting inhabitants to immerse themselves fully in the transitional space.

Central to the ethos of the Liminal House is its symbiotic relationsh...