St-Mathias Stable

This high-end construction consists of four areas: the stable with 12 horse stalls, a magnificent 70′ x 140′ indoor arena, a large office area and the service zone (e.g. hay storage, horse shower, manure management). One of the distinctive design elements of this building is that all areas have a cathedral ceiling. The arena structure is composed of glulam arches and decking. The stable style resembles church architecture, with arches, flying buttresses and ribs.

Location

QC, Canada

Contractor

Mélanie Favreau Architecte

Engineer

Lemay Choinière

Photo credit

Art Massif and Mélanie Favreau architecte

St-Mathias Stable

This high-end construction consists of four areas: the stable with 12 horse stalls, a magnificent 70′ x 140′ indoor arena, a large office area and the service zone (e.g. hay storage, horse shower, manure management). One of the distinctive design elements of this building is that all areas have a cathedral ceiling. The arena structure is composed of glulam arches and decking. The stable style resembles church architecture, with arches, flying buttresses and ribs.

Location

QC, Canada

Contractor

Mélanie Favreau Architecte

Engineer

Lemay Choinière

Installation

Photo credit

Art Massif and Mélanie Favreau architecte

Product Feature

Beams and Columns

Our beams and columns are architectural-grade glued-laminated timber elements crafted from premium Black Spruce SPF for strength, stability, and refined aesthetics. In this project, they form the primary structural framework while contributing to the warm, natural interior character.

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Curved beams

Our curved beams are made from high-grade timber, offering the same strength and stability as straight beams with added architectural flexibility. In this project, they create elegant, flowing lines that enhance the overall design while supporting the structure.

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Mass timber decking

Our mass timber decking is engineered from Black Spruce SPF to Douglas fir, to deliver both structural performance and a finished surface in one solution. In this project, it serves as the main roof deck, adding natural warmth while meeting fire and residential building standards.

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Invisible connection system

Our invisible connection system conceals connectors within the timber, producing clean, uninterrupted surfaces while ensuring strength and durability. In this project, it allows for seamless wood-to-wood connections, enhancing both aesthetics and performance.

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3D Curved beam

Our curved beams are made from high-grade timber, offering the same strength and stability as straight beams with added architectural flexibility. In this project, they create elegant, flowing lines that enhance the overall design while supporting the structure.

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Round columns

Our round columns offer a great structural performance with added freedom for creative expression. In this project, the round columns echo the form of surrounding trees, helping the building blend naturally into its environment.

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Creative form profiles

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Prestige composite glulam

Our Prestige composite glulam combines a spruce core for strength with fine wood veneers for a distinctive architectural finish. In this project, it was used for prominent exposed beams, adding visual richness and highlighting the unique grain of the selected veneer species.

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