Karolina and Julien

The balance between durability and comfort
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Following the eco-responsible owner-constructed house, this young nomadic family settled in the Eastern Townships of Quebec. The couple chose to place a Stûv 30-compact H in the center of the house in order to take full advantage of its comforting warmth.


“Our goal in designing the house was to find the perfect balance between durability of materials and comfort. A wood stove is definitely one of the accessories giving soul to a house while providing a source of heat that makes you feel good at each fire! And it sends good vibes to all family members.”
– Karolina & Julien

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