J.H. Putman Public School
A beautifully detailed public school just off the 417.
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View of the building from the street. Copyright Rick MacEwen, 2015-06-14
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View of the building including the covered walkway. Copyright Rick MacEwen, 2015-06-14
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Looking east at the building. Copyright Rick MacEwen, 2015-06-14
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View of the covered walkway, note the brick detail on the right. Copyright Rick MacEwen, 2015-06-14
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View from the main entry underneath the covered walkway, the courtyard is on the left. Copyright Rick MacEwen, 2015-06-14
The building is located in the west end of the city, directly next to the 417 Highway.
The school is two levels, and shaped like a mirrored “G” in plan. A covered walkway marks the entry sequence to the school, to the right of which is a generously landscaped courtyard. The school features an intricate brickwork pattern on the primary facade, and is clad in brick and concrete, much like other schools of the time. The neighbouring school was built at a similar time, however received many more upgrades and additions throughout its lifetime.
Much to the disappointment of the community, the school closed in 2019 due to a decision made by the schoolboard.
via the Ottawa Architects 150 initiative.
Ottawa Architects 150
