Carl Smyth, an architect renowned for his distinctive design ethos, crafted a unique home on Fredericton’s Waterloo Row in 1977, embodying his belief that architecture’s essence lies in proportions and the specific character of the lot. The house, known for its geometrical aesthetic and signature round window, encapsulates Smyth’s view of architecture as a subjective art form, eliciting varied reactions from admiration to dislike. Strategically designed to counter potential flooding by incorporating the natural brook into its layout, the house remains an unparalleled example of personalized architecture in New Brunswick, now seeking a particular buyer at $729,900. Smyth, reflecting on his career and the home’s conception, highlights the importance of site-specific design and innovative solutions to environmental challenges.

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