MOUNTAIN LIFE - Blue Mountains | Spring 2018

82 ML BLUE SPRING 2018 The wall rises two storeys and dominates the structure like an enormous, hulking spine. And though it hogs a lot of space that might otherwise allow light in, its various colours and textures add richness and warmth to the interior. Photographer Nolan Dubeau decided to shoot the interior using available light only, which was a technical challenge. But in the deep shadow, Nolan decided, lay the genuine spirit of the place. Using the softboxes he brought could bleach out all the atmosphere. So this was not a typical home shoot. But of course this is anything but a typical home. TOP The great room. Note the fieldstone wall with the small fireplace, the salvaged chandelier, and the ceiling beams. George Weider comments on the latter: "My father was brilliant at making rapid decisions.We took a day off from a BC ski vacation in 1967 to go to a lumberyard in Vancouver.Within two hours, he had ordered all the lumber for [Blue Mountain’s] Central Base Lodge, and for this house as well.” MIDDLE Piano nook. BOTTOM Master bedroom.