The property line was literally the street, so there was no space even for a flower. Therefore, I am guessing, the front needed to look a bit special. Were the houses build in this street at approximately the same time? Did the council ask them to build in a compatible style?
I wonder what the name is of this Art Deco building in Tusculum Street? As I walked past it yesterday and noticed every other building in the street had a name except this one.
Lots of buildings from this period have names, over exotic names to give the elusion of more colourful or exciting locations buts lots didn't so who knows what category this one falls into.
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.
Stunning door and entrance. Had to check where the street was as I did no know it.
ReplyDeleteThe property line was literally the street, so there was no space even for a flower. Therefore, I am guessing, the front needed to look a bit special. Were the houses build in this street at approximately the same time? Did the council ask them to build in a compatible style?
ReplyDeleteMe too Andrew. I'd waked around the area taking photos so I knew roughly where is was and Google Street View confirmed it.
ReplyDeleteGood questions Helen. I suspect now but maybe someone can shred more light on the subject.
I wonder what the name is of this Art Deco building in Tusculum Street? As I walked past it yesterday and noticed every other building in the street had a name except this one.
ReplyDeleteLots of buildings from this period have names, over exotic names to give the elusion of more colourful or exciting locations buts lots didn't so who knows what category this one falls into.
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