Courtyard House

Presenting The Courtyard House, an iconic testament to West Coast Modernism, blending the timeless vision of Hamish McIntyre with the refined touch of Russell Hollingsworth.

Nestled into a granite outcrop in West Vancouver, this 1961 post-and-beam sanctuary unfolds in harmony with its natural surroundings. A Japanese-inspired courtyard rests against rugged stone, balancing dramatic ocean views with intimate garden spaces.

Thoughtfully updated by its current custodians, The Courtyard House preserves its heritage while inviting a new chapter. A home rich with legacy and warmth, it now awaits its next custodian.

5260 Keith Road
West Vancouver, BC

Neighbourhood
Caulfeild

Designer
Hamish McIntyre & Russell Hollingsworth

Designed and Built
1961 / 2024

Price
$5,148,000

Specification
Mid-century Modern

Program
West Coast Modern

Floors
2 level

Rooms
4 Bed 3 Bath

Building
3,305 sqft
Lot
14,977 sqft

Monograph Brochure

Floor Plan

“Nearly a decade ago, we committed to protecting mid-century modern homes in our region—homes at risk, with over 80% meeting the wrecking ball when sold on the public market.

Today, we’re proud to announce that none of the homes we’ve sold have faced demolition. Instead, we found buyers who embraced their roles as custodians of fine architecture, transforming these spaces through thoughtful renovations, additions, and style interventions that bring the past into the future.

Now, the moment we’ve waited for has arrived. We can finally share the rebirth of one of our original offerings—a 1961 mid-century classic, stunningly remastered and ready to be offered once again to its next custodians.”

— Trent Rodney, Co-Founder

Hamish McIntyre, Architect

One of the Founding Fathers of West Coast Modernism

Hamish McIntyre was a defining force in West Coast Modernism during the 1960s, a prolific period in which he crafted numerous private residences and public buildings across Vancouver’s North Shore. Known for seamlessly integrating modern design with natural landscapes, McIntyre’s work was both innovative and environmentally conscious, earning frequent features in architectural magazines and publications of the era.

Among his celebrated projects was the Croll House (1963), designed to harmonize with the challenging topography of West Vancouver’s rock bluffs. This residence was not only a finalist for the prestigious 1964 Massey Award for Architecture, but it also exemplified McIntyre’s thoughtful approach to site-specific design.

In an article in Western Homes and Living, his work on the Croll House was described as follows:

“Having a house designed to suit the site is always important, but in the case of the Croll home it was absolutely essential... His solution was a two-storey home designed to ‘fit neatly into the natural contours of a rock shelf on the view side of the property without disturbing a magnificent arbutus tree that now grows through the entrance courtyard.’” Sadly, this unique example of modernist architecture was later demolished, marking the loss of one of his most notable works.

McIntyre’s designs also included the Courtyard House for the Symons family and the Johnson Residence (1962) in Eagle Harbour, which reflected his hallmark integration of native landscaping and architectural form. While only two of McIntyre’s residences remain today, his contributions to West Coast Modernism have left a lasting impression, celebrated in architectural circles for their boldness and sensitivity to place.