Local Government
Perth
Region
Metropolitan
77 King St Perth
Perth
Metropolitan
Constructed from 1905 to 1909
| 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 | ||||
| Register of the National Estate | Permanent | 25 Mar 1986 | ||
| Classified by the National Trust | Classified | 04 May 1981 | ||
| Perth Draft Inventory 99-01 | YES | 31 Dec 1999 | ||
| Local Heritage Survey | Completed\Draft | Category 2 | ||
| Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 28 Mar 2023 | Category 2 | |
| Municipal Inventory | Completed\Draft | 13 Mar 2001 | Category 2 | |
The place is of aesthetic significance as an example of a commercial building constructed during the inter war period. 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.
Symmetrical commercial building with large triangular pediment and decorative parapet. Division of facade into vertical bays indicates classical origins, original window openings modified at all levels.
In 1890 Western Australia achieved responsible government. This, combined with the discovery of gold in the early 1890's, provided the catalyst for development in Perth. King Street 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 St. 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 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. Warehouse building constructed towards the end of World War 1.
High level of integrity. Medium level of authenticity. Alterations have occurred on the ground floor level but reasonable intact.
Good
| Name | Type | Year From | Year To |
|---|---|---|---|
| J D Connolly | Architect | - | - |
| G Mc Mullen | Architect | - | - |
| C W Arnott | Architect | - | - |
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9/77 | Heritage Place File | ||
| City of Perth property file: King Street |
Individual Building or Group
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | COMMERCIAL | Warehouse |
| Present Use | COMMERCIAL | Shopping Complex |
| Style |
|---|
| Inter-War Stripped Classical |
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Painted Brick |
| Wall | BRICK | Rendered Brick |
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