This architectural gem captures the splendor of iconic modernism, and yet, it is tucked away within the city’s most traditional and exclusive First Shaughnessy. With a sleek roof profile, floor-to-ceiling windows, spacious, open living areas, and a large private estate garden, the home is unique Vancouver architecture built for a homeowner who values amazing contemporary design. Built in 2006 by one of Canada’s premier architects, Richard Henriquez—recipient of the Order of Canada and the Governor General’s Medal—the 5,326 square-foot home sits on a 14,811 square-foot lot surrounded by lush landscaping. The work of art is the product of an intense decade-long collaboration between architect and owner, Gordon Shrum. No detail was overlooked by the duo. The placement of indoor and outdoor lighting is a stroke of precision craftsmanship. The home is spread over three levels, and exposed concrete is juxtaposed with the warmth of natural finishes. There are split-level spaces, waterfall staircases as well as solid oak flooring and custom crafted built-in bookcases, cabinets and shelving throughout. Marble walls feature prominently in the bathrooms. Hand bleached cedar contributes ambience to the bedroom ceilings, in the walk-in closets, and on exterior soffits. The outdoors plays a central role, with natural light filtering into every room through an abundance of glass—and yet privacy is ensured by the extensive garden. Rarely does such an extraordinary home with such painstaking attention to detail come onto the market.