Daoust Design reimagined this 20th-floor penthouse in Montreal’s Old Port, blending Parisian elegance with modern comfort. Designed as a refined retreat for a newly retired couple, the space balances sophistication, warmth, and functionality while embracing breathtaking skyline and river views.
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Le Quai
by Daoust Design
Le Quai
by Daoust Design
Shortlisted: Living Space - Canada Award
The International Design & Architecture Awards 2025
With only six months before move-in, Daoust Design executed a strategic transformation, collaborating closely with suppliers and subcontractors. Inspired by classic Parisian apartments, the original chevron-patterned white oak floors were meticulously restored, and standard doors were replaced with solid oak to emphasise the soaring ceilings. Decorative mouldings enhanced architectural refinement while providing the perfect backdrop for the couple’s extensive art collection.
The kitchen was subtly updated with natural oak veneer cabinetry and a matte black hood, creating a cohesive, timeless aesthetic. Bathrooms were refreshed with resurfaced marble, updated vanities, and thoughtfully selected lighting. Italian furniture balanced the high concrete ceilings with luxurious comfort, while tailored lighting choices added warmth and depth.
The home’s focal point—a dramatic 12-foot-high floor-to-ceiling library—became both an architectural statement and a deeply personal space, housing books, fine art, and travel mementos.
Through strategic refinements rather than major renovations, Daoust Design transformed the penthouse into an inviting yet elegant sanctuary. Thoughtful updates, balanced proportions, and a deep respect for both history and modern living define this timeless retreat, seamlessly integrating Old Port charm with contemporary sophistication.
Interior Designer: Daoust Design Team
Photography: Patrick St-Arnaud
Daoust Design has been shortlisted for Living Space – Canada Award in The International Design & Architecture Awards 2025.
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