Collection consists of records documenting the design and construction of the Boily residence in Gatineau, Quebec, in 1974 to 1976. The records include 114 architectural drawings, 235 photographs, ca. 10 maps, correspondence, specifications, notes, and contracts. The records were created or maintained by James Carruthers, and also include sketches by Arthur Erickson.
James Carruthers describes the project process as follows: “In March 1974 Delano Boily approached the Toronto Arthur Erickson office regarding a modest residence in Lucerne, Quebec. Instead of paying full fee for the process in the office, he arranged with Arthur to act as a design consultant and a staff member, Jim Carruthers, on contract to produce the working drawings for a reduced fee. The one bedroom with a study house was located in a rural area across the Ottawa River next to a stream. Jim Carruthers and Freda Pagani (both employees of the Toronto office) agreed to produce working drawings and specifications as well as provide periodic inspection for a fixed sum. Mr. Boily confirmed that Arthur Erickson had agreed to design the house and that the all-inclusive construction and furnishing budget was $60,000. Boily managed construction of the project. The design was complete by August 1974, drawings and specifications were developed between August 1974 and November 1975, construction proceeded during 1975-76. Boily moved into the house in May or June of 1976.”
