Owned by a passionate kite-surfer, this cottage compound by Akb Architects, near Pointe Au Baril on Georgian Bay, is perched on a one-acre island, 20 minutes by boat from the mainland. The owners had chosen the island for its expanse of smooth, sloping rocks at one end, ideal for takeoffs and landings. Surrounded by open sky and water, it was also intended to be a relaxing, nature-infused escape for the couple and their teen daughter.