The Cove by Jenny Martin Design
TEAM
Samantha Ritchie (Intermediate Designer)
Jenny Martin (Principal Designer)
Rob Siska & Jesse Couture (Construction)
The Cove – A Rugged Retreat
Tucked away in a protected North Saanich cove, this vibrant and cutting edge custom-build showcases a dramatic interior that tells a tale of adventure through the integration of sculptures and custom displays.
Merging rustic textures, live edge local timbers, quartzite and embellished concrete floors, this design effortlessly blends raw authentic materials to achieve a rugged and show-stopping aesthetic. Through the integration of expansive oceanfront tilt-and-turn windows and dramatic lighting, the team was able to create a bold aesthetic that was artistic, sculptural and functional.
Inspired by the home’s surrounding landscape, this design optimizes outdoor space through the incorporation of fire pits, an outdoor kitchen and extravagant water features that parallel the level of detail found inside the home.
Pushing boundaries, project Gull Haven, both rugged and rustic in design, achieved a daring and architecturally unique aesthetic that lays a foundation for stories to be written within its walls.

The house has landscaped garden with a concrete walkway and the stone wall creates a rustic feel.

The wooden ceiling and the lighting create an aesthetic feel for the house.

At the entrance are the embellished concrete floor and a wooden entryway seating.

Wood, quartzite, and decorated concrete floors blend effortlessly to create a rustic atmosphere in the living room.

The dining table is made from hardwood, and the ceiling light creates a dramatic feel in the dining room.

A Bi-level kitchen island with seating is the perfect fit for the large kitchen in the house.

The house has a game room for relaxation and a small wine bar.

The bathroom features a wooden shower seat and tile walls.

Another view of the bathroom featuring the floating vanity with granite countertop.

Outdoor is a patio and a fireplace showcasing the beautiful view of the surrounding waters.

The house has access to the dock for outdoor activities like fishing.