79 Adolphus Street - Bulkley Division
The Glenn Thompson Residence is designated as a Local Historic Place for its architecture, for its association with Glenn Thompson and for being a contributing element to the array of heritage buildings in St. Andrews.
The Glenn Thompson Residence is recognized for being a good example of Post-WWI Dutch Colonial Revival architecture. Many properties in the post WWI era utilized gambrel roofs, establishing a large second storey. This gambrel roof is equipped with a large shed dormer and has eave returns on the side façades. The residence has a central entranceway flanked by paired windows donned with ornamental shutters.
The Glenn Thompson Residence is also recognized for its association with the original occupant, Glenn Russell Thompson. As a young man, Mr. Thompson went into business for himself as a plumber, steam fitter and tinsmith and became the well-known owner of a plumbing and heating business in St. Andrews. He had this home built circa 1930 and passed away here in 1943 at the age of 55. His son, Keith, a post office clerk, maintained ownership of the home until the 1980’s.
The character-defining elements of this home include:
Architectural Style: Dutch Colonial Revival
Source: Charlotte County Archives, Old Gaol, St. Andrews
The Glenn Thompson Residence is recognized for being a good example of Post-WWI Dutch Colonial Revival architecture. Many properties in the post WWI era utilized gambrel roofs, establishing a large second storey. This gambrel roof is equipped with a large shed dormer and has eave returns on the side façades. The residence has a central entranceway flanked by paired windows donned with ornamental shutters.
The Glenn Thompson Residence is also recognized for its association with the original occupant, Glenn Russell Thompson. As a young man, Mr. Thompson went into business for himself as a plumber, steam fitter and tinsmith and became the well-known owner of a plumbing and heating business in St. Andrews. He had this home built circa 1930 and passed away here in 1943 at the age of 55. His son, Keith, a post office clerk, maintained ownership of the home until the 1980’s.
The character-defining elements of this home include:
- rectangular two-storey massing;
- window placement and proportions;
- simple window entablatures;
- symmetrical front façade;
- central entranceway;
- lateral gambrel roof with eave returns;
- large shed dormer;
- cement foundation.
Architectural Style: Dutch Colonial Revival
Source: Charlotte County Archives, Old Gaol, St. Andrews
