Local Government
Perth
Region
Metropolitan
45-45A King Street Perth
Charles Edward
Perth
Metropolitan
Constructed from 1903, Constructed from 1901 to 1905
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Area | Adopted | 12 May 2009 | |
| Heritage List | Adopted | 20 Dec 1985 |
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | ||||
| Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 28 Mar 2023 | Category 2 | |
| Local Heritage Survey | Completed\Draft | Category 2 | ||
| Municipal Inventory | Completed\Draft | 13 Mar 2001 | ||
The place is of aesthetic significance as an example of a commercial building constructed during the period of economic affluence and increased development that followed the gold boom. The place is of aesthetic significance because it contributes to the visual quality of its location. The place is of historic significance because it reflects the expansion and development of commerce and trade in the City of Perth in the early years of the twentieth century. The place is a representative example of a commercial building constructed in Perth during the period of development and consolidation following the gold boom.
Two storey commercial buildings with decorative pediments and parapets smooth render to street facades embellished with lable moulds, prominent cornices and rustication to pilasters.
In 1890 Western Australia achieved responsible government. this, combined with the discoveries of gold in the early 1890's, provided the catalyst for development in Perth. King St. was gazetted in 1845 and named after King William IV. Prior to the 1890's the area around King St. was characterised by workers cottages with shops, coal yards, smithies and foundries located in the adjacent areas of Murray and Hay Streets. In the mid 1890's some smaller businesses began to establish themselves in existing cottages and a number of larger enterprises erected substantial new offices and warehouses in the area. Earlier uses primarily served the local population, however this later development was more broadly based and was a direct response to the expansion of the city centre during the gold rush. The period from the 1890's to early decades of the twentieth century was characterised by a vigorous public works and corresponding expansion of commerce and trade. During this period, the character of the area around King St. was established. This area has recently (1990's) undergone a substantial program of restoration and is now characterised by new uses including cafes, boutiques and professional offices. Originally constructed as a warehouse for Shaw and Stow merchants in the early 1900s. Colourtype Press, a printing and stationery company, was located in the building in the 1910s. L N McDonald, a gun shop was located in the building from 1919 to 1926. During the 1930s W G Watson, Doward and Co and Gibbs, Bright and Co were located in the building. From 1942 the building was the location of the Scouts headquarters which was still there in the 1950s.
High level of integrity. Medium level of authenticity as it is largely as originally constructed with detail intact.
Good
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Draft Municapal Heritage Inventory | City of Perth | 2001 | |
| Mirror | Trove | 18 December 1926 | |
| The West Australian (Perth, WA : 1879 - 1954) | Trove | 30 June 1919 | |
| The West Australian | Trove | 19 April 1932 | |
| Sunday Times | Trove | 19 July 1942 | |
| 1.10/45 | Heritage Place File | City of Perth | |
| Sunday Times (Perth, WA : 1902 - 1954) | Trove | 30 October 1932 | |
| The West Australian | Trove | 23 August 1904 | |
| Heritage place assessment - King 45-45A | Heritage & Conservation Professionals | 2009 | |
| The West Australian | Trove | 9 July 1935 | |
| King St Urban Design Study | R. Ferguson | June 1980 | |
| The Reformer | Trove | 19 September 1911 |
Individual Building or Group
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | COMMERCIAL | Shop\Retail Store {single} |
| Original Use | COMMERCIAL | Warehouse |
| Style |
|---|
| Federation Free Classical |
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Rendered Brick |
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| OCCUPATIONS | Commercial & service industries |
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