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The unique shapes of Minto’s back-split designs in the 60s and 70s
Minto homes in the 60s and 70s played with the size, shape, and split levels to create unique, award-winning designs.
Minto's spacious semi-detached designs of the 1960s
Two-storey and bungalow semis were a Minto specialty in the 60s. They mirrored each other's mid-century design and were some of the first homes to include an open-concept floor plan.
Minto's rare vintages: a peek inside some of the rarest designs
Some of the most daring Minto homes were built sparingly throughout Ottawa and shine with inspiring features including front courtyards, wrap-around windows, and homes built into hillsides.
Defining luxury: Minto homes in the 80s and 90s
The Optima Classic collection set the stage for luxurious and grand design during the 80s and 90s in Ottawa and included endless glamorous features.
Minto Side Split Designs
The visually striking Side Split Minto bungalows remain as popular now as they were almost 60 years ago.