In the small community of Redditt, located in northwestern Ontario, Canada, a unique architectural landmark has served as a local tourist draw for over five decades. Known as the
The project began with a specific purpose:
Construction and Architectural Features
The creation of the bottle house was a labor-intensive endeavor. According to records of the project, the construction required approximately 25,000 glass bottles, which were secured together using roughly 1,000 pounds of mortar. The couple invested an estimated 1,750 hours of work to complete the building. The design is noted for its use of glass to generate distinct patterns of light and color, a feature that has been highlighted in local accounts of the property.
The site expanded beyond the main residence to include additional fantasy-themed structures, such as a glass windmill and a building referred to as the House of the Three Bears. These additions were designed to complement the aesthetic of the primary bottle house. The project gained immediate public interest; reports indicate that approximately 1,500 people visited the site during its inaugural summer in 1973. Over the years, the attraction has become an established part of the local identity of the Redditt community.
Historical Context and Background
The history of the property is tied to the lives of the Deverells. Myrtle Deverell was previously married to Orley Edgar Neuert, a Canadian soldier who served with the 13th Battalion during the First World War. Following his military service, Neuert worked for the Canadian National Railway as a storekeeper and baggageman in Redditt, where he and Myrtle raised four children. Following Neuert’s death in 1964, Myrtle married Hank Deverell, leading to the development of the glass structures that would later define the property.
