The modest West Vancouver dwelling that helped outline West Coast modernism is among the many stops on this yr’s West Coast Trendy House Tour.
Designed by artist B.C. Binning, the B.C. Binning Home has been referred to as Canada’s first really trendy residence. A significant restoration and growth venture was accomplished final yr on the house.
Additionally on the tour is the Fells Home. One of many tour’s architectural highlights, the cedar-clad residence exemplifies the West Coast Trendy perfect of integrating structure with the pure panorama. D’Arcy Jones Architects not too long ago renovated the house, which was designed by famend architect Ron Thom in 1959.
Different houses embrace Rockview Home, designed by ABC Structure Constructing Tradition, 2024; Fuldauer Home, designed by Erickson-Massey Architects, 1966; and Stigant Home, designed by Bob Lewis, 1967.
Because it started, the West Coast Trendy House Tour has launched guests to greater than 70 distinctive West Vancouver houses, from unique mid-century to up to date architect-designed dwellings.
The house tour is a part of West Coast Trendy Week 2026 (July 7 to 12).
When: July 11, midday to 4 p.m.
Value : $160 (self-drive) & $180 (bus)
Tickets are on sale now at westvancouverartmuseum.ca
