Torbay Apartments in Perth have undoubted Art Deco styling but I can't tell whether they are old or new. I can't put my finger on it but I wouldn't be surprised if the building was 70 years old, nor would I be surprised if it was 7 years old.
It is beautiful whether it is new or old. If it is recent, I am pleased that the effort is being made to style buildings in line with the theme is the city!
MELBOURNE ART DECO
In 2009 Robin Grow published a book on Melbourne Art Deco, with images largely supplied by David Thompson. The book quickly sold out and he is pleased to say that it has now been re-published by Brolga Press, with updates, errors corrected and a new cover.
Best of all, it is selling for about $25 in the shops and on-line. Art Deco & Modernism Society members can purchase a copy from me for $22, (includes postage within Australia). For overseas orders please email for postage rates. Contact me at robingrow@ozemail.com.au if you are interested, and advise if you would like the book to be dedicated and/or signed.
It is beautiful whether it is new or old. If it is recent, I am pleased that the effort is being made to style buildings in line with the theme is the city!
ReplyDeleteI agree, beautiful regardless of age.
ReplyDelete"They are late 1930's, but were "modernised" in the early 199o's I used to live further up Stirling highway in the "Maisonettes" in the late 1970's
ReplyDeleteThank you for the additional info Binkie
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