Discover L’Embâcle: Living in the Landscape, designed by ABCP architecture in 2023, nestled in La Malbaie, Canada. This contemporary house, blending seamlessly with its forest and river backdrop in Quebec’s Charlevoix region, offers panoramic views and an open, luminous interior that invites nature in. With its striking white volumes and perched terraces, it embodies a tranquil, immersive living experience.

About L’Embâcle: Living in the Landscape
A Harmony of Nature and Contemporary Design
At the heart of Quebec’s Charlevoix region, L’Embâcle stands as a contemporary testament to living harmoniously within nature. Conceived by ABCP architecture, this house merges distinct striated white volumes akin to entangled ice blocks. Positioned on a vantage point, it offers sweeping views of the forest, the St. Lawrence and Malbaie River estuaries, and Mont des Éboulements. The design draws inspiration from natural phenomena, creating an architectural marvel that respects and accentuates its natural surroundings. Embracing the Landscape with Light and Space
The layout of L’Embâcle orchestrates a unique symphony of light and space, allowing occupants to engage fully with the external landscape throughout the day. Its dual structure simulates ice blocks, setting up spaces that either hug the tranquility of the forest or embrace the vastness of the river and beyond. Generous windows illuminate the interior with natu...