Oakhill House

Nestled within the densely forested municipality of Bromont, near Montreal, Oakhill is a single-family residence conceived by the local studio Matière Première Architecture and built by its partner firm, Nu Drōm. Designed to integrate seamlessly with the surrounding maple forest, the home faces eastward on a gentle slope. A wetland to the east creates a natural clearing, while a rocky outcrop to the west forms a steeper incline that shelters the residence from dominant winds and neighboring views. Concept & Interior Spaces. Emphasizing a modest scale, Oakhill is a sleek, single-story residence inspired by the lines of the surrounding deciduous canopy. A lightweight roof sits lightly on the sloping terrain, supported by a subtle but robust structure. Alternating single-slope roof planes add visual rhythm while modulating sunlight and shade. Expansive glazing dissolves the boundary between architecture and nature, merging interior and exterior spaces. Program. The layout centers on a living area that connects fluidly to outdoor spaces through large glass openings, extending toward the primary bedroom. Curtains create privacy and intimacy in the evening. The landscape follows the natural topography, rising to a second level that hosts an outdoor fire pit. A semi-inground pool sits close to the home to limit tree removal and minimize environmental impact, visually linking the house to the wetland. Elevation & Gradation. A key design gesture is the gentle elevating of interior spaces using the site’s slope — offering long, open views without the sense of being enclosed by forest. This subtle lift creates a smooth sequence: from the refined interior, to intermediary outdoor living terraces, and finally into the dense landscape beyond. This gradation reinforces the home’s deep connection to its setting, fostering an experience of unity with nature.