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James Strutt’s circular home built around tree is “a gem”

A circular home designed by mid-century modernist architect James Strutt to fit around a maple tree on top of a hill is one of the most unique in Ottawa.

Built in the 1960s in the west end neighbourhood of Qualicum, the home and the property have changed little in almost 50 years, with the original red brick, B.C. fir and cedar materials of the home still very much in evidence.

The original owner described it as looking “like a deck of cards thrown loosely around the tree.” It was actually a series of pie-shaped wedges that followed the contours of the land. Full story

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About the Author

Anita Murray

Anita Murray

Anita Murray is the co-founder of All Things Home Inc. and owner of Three C Communications. The veteran journalist has covered the Ottawa housing industry since 2011.

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