NOVEMBER 2008

     Welcome to the Filberg House website. Filberg House was Arthur Erickson's 1st great architectural triumph. Designated "Most Beautiful House in Canada" by Canadian Homes magazine in 1961, this home was also recently featured in Dream House magazine Sept/Oct 2007 issue.

   Canadian architect Arthur Erickson essentially captured the architectural worlds' interest as they took notice of the then-young Erickson's talent in creating this magnificent structure on Vancouver Island. It can be said that creating Filberg House helped launch Erickson's illustrious career. The house is steeped in local,national, and international history and fame.

(photo:SimonScott)

   Filberg House's unique appeal coupled with its spectacular natural surroundings continually remains of interest today. An amazing complete restoration by a local resident caught the interest of the AIBC, as well as several newspapers including the New York Times and Globe and Mail, and magazines such as Dream House.

   Filberg House is truly exquisite both inside and out. Locally known as "The Glass House" , it features 7.91 acres with southern exposure, sweeping waterfront mountains, islands, & glacier views. It is located on a stunning high-bank clifftop, Willemar Bluffs, overlooking Goose Spit beach. Filberg House is located in beautiful Comox, BC,Canada, where recreational activities abound.

 Potential buyers who require any further information, please email: filberghouse@gmail.com

   Absolutely stunning architecture designed by renowned Canadian architect, Arthur Erickson.The unique structure was built over a 2 year span,1958-1959. The home was originally intended to be a small-scale world leader conference center, built for Robert Filberg. Comprised of massive sheets of glass,stone,and steel. 3 very distinct pavillions are conjoined only by full-length skylights. Filberg House melds inside with outside for a stunning visual effect overall.

   Featuring 2525 square feet, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, den, laundry room, pantry, seperate 2 room wine cellar/storage room. Covered 2 vehicle carport. Additionally, there is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Office (or guest accommodations). Also a 1850 sqft heated 10 car garage/helicopter hangar, complete with Heli-pad.

   Polished marble terrazzo floors throughout lower level and most adjacent exterior areas. Local and exotic woods are used throughout, from the 17 illuminated cedar drums to the wood staircase. Vancouver Island pink granite is throughout, sourced on Mt. Washington by Robert Filberg by using a road he built just to quarry the unique stone for the house. 2 gas fireplaces....1 made of brass reaching floor to ceiling in the living room. Modern kitchen with lots of stainless steel. 2 heat pumps for comfortable heating.

   Perched atop Nob Hill,  *which is the highest point of elevation on the Comox Peninsula.* Enjoy a private 7.91 acres of partially treed, landscaped property. Rolling lawns and a grassy knoll showcases the view beyond in all directions. PHENOMENAL VIEWS of smaller islands,mountains,Comox Glacier, Comox/Courtenay/Powell Rivers' city lights at night, cruiseships, boats, and eagles are neverending! Southern exposure located waterfront overlooking the ocean, with approx. 770 feet of high-bank clifftop waterfront on Willemar Bluffs.

   (award photos:Owner)