contrasting gable and mono-pitched metal roofs top wooden coley's point house in canada

Woodford Architecture builds a coastal residence in Canada

Nestled within the serene coastal landscape of Coley’s Point, Canada, Woodford Architecture’s contemplative residence embraces its dramatic maritime setting with restrained elegance. Composed of intersecting gable and mono-pitched volumes, the form echoes the quiet vernacular of Newfoundland’s built tradition while articulating a modern silhouette. Textural contrast defines the exterior. Vertical, dark-grey cladding is juxtaposed with crisp, horizontal white wood siding to sculpt a nuanced interplay of light and shadow. Strategic window placement frames extended views of the harbor, drawing the sea into daily life, while sheltered courtyard spaces mediate between interior comfort and coastal exposure.

all images by Jane Brokenshire

Coley’s Point House stands as a reflection of its coastal setting

Inside, the home is designed with an emphasis on simplicity, light, and connection to its surroundings. Expansive windows fill the living areas with natural light throughout the day, while warm, carefully chosen finishes create a sense of intimacy against the wide horizon outside. The design team at Woodford Architecture arranges spaces in a way that encourages both quiet retreat and moments of gathering, with views and movement thoughtfully considered at every turn. The overall effect is one of balance, between openness and shelter, tradition and modernity, landscape and dwelling. More than a residence, Coley’s Point House stands as a reflection of its setting, offering calm, clarity, and enduring connection to the rugged Newfoundland coast. It is a home that feels both timeless and deeply rooted, shaped by the rhythms of land and sea.

the residence by Woodford Architecture is set within the coastal landscape of Coley’s Point, Canada

the home embraces its maritime setting with intersecting gable and mono-pitched volumes

the house’s contemporary form is rooted in the vernacular traditions of Newfoundland

window placement carefully frames views of the harbor

a play of light and shadow emerges from contrasting materials

expansive glazing fills the living areas with daylight throughout the day

warm finishes provide intimacy against the wide coastal horizon

interiors emphasize simplicity, natural light, and connection to the landscape

views and circulation are carefully considered in the plan

spaces are arranged to support both quiet retreat and communal gathering

design balances openness with a sense of shelter

project info:

name: Coley’s Point House

architects: Woodford Architecture | @woodford_architecture
design team: Chris Woodford, Devan Burry, Kathy Oke, Keita Foley-Tanaka
location: Coley’s Point, Bay Roberts, Canada

photographer: Jane Brokenshire | @janebrokenshire