From 1945 to 1975, West Vancouver was a centre of innovative residential design that became known as West Coast Style.

Local landscapes and climate had great influence on the development of the new style. Perched between forested mountains and expansive ocean, in a rainforest climate, West Vancouver’s natural setting presented unique challenges and opportunities that came to be reflected in West Coast Style houses.

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COMMON ELEMENTS

Building sites in West Vancouver were often rocky and irregular, with spectacular views of the ocean or native forests. These constraints and opportunities demanded inventive new designs simply to make construction feasible or to take advantage of site characteristics. The rejection of traditional styles and design details led to the use of complex geometric forms and open-plan layouts, with rooms often used for more than one purpose. Natural light was a central element, and glass was used extensively for both windows and skylights. West Vancouver's temperate climate meant architects and designers were less hindered by climatic constraints.

Local landscapes and climate had great influence on the development of the new style. Perched between forested mountains and expansive ocean, in a rainforest climate, West Vancouver’s natural setting presented unique challenges and opportunities that came to be reflected in West Coast Style houses.

▽DESIGN CHARACTERISTICS

post and beam construction

exposed timber structural members

extensive glazing and skylights

open floor plans

integration of interior and exterior spaces

wood finishes on both interior and exterior (often stained)

flat or minimally canted roofs

orientation to views or natural features

integration with natural setting, extensive use of native trees and landscaping

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https://tamlintimberframehomes.com/contemporary-west-coast-style/

https://www.pinterest.ca/andieeme/west-coast-contemporary-homes/

https://westvancouver.ca/arts-culture/heritage/west-coast-style

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