Local Government
Perth
Region
Metropolitan
128-132 Murray St Perth
Perth
Metropolitan
Constructed from 1927
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
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| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
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| Category | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Completed\Draft | 13 Mar 2001 | Category 3 | |
| Perth Draft Inventory 99-01 | YES | 31 Dec 1999 | ||
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 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.
Former headquarters of the state electricity commission. Well balanced symmetrical form with central rectangular pediment. Vertical emphasis with rectangular windows; three storey building which has lost original detail at ground floor level. Unusual circular openings to prominent wings of building. Classical form but lack of classical detail gives a simpler appearance.
Until the 1880's the town centre was characterised by the establishment of small cottages, shops and small businesses and was rural in character. The expansion of commerce following the discovery of gold in the 1890's put pressure on land in the centre of Perth with the result that the most residential uses were displaced in favour of commercial development. During the 1890's and early 1900s the centre of Perth was substantially rebuilt. The period of expansion in Perth coincided with a period of economic depression in the eastern states, in particular Victoria. As a result, there was substantial migration from Victoria to WA. This migration included businessmen, architects and builders, all of whom had a considerable influence on the development of the city.
Has lost original detail at ground floor level but intact above.
Fair
| Library Id | Title | Medium | Year Of Publication |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11576 | City of Perth Electricity & Gas Company (fmr) | Heritage Study {Other} | 2016 |
Individual Building or Group
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | COMMERCIAL | Office or Administration Bldg |
| Original Use | GOVERNMENTAL | Office or Administration Bldg |
| Style |
|---|
| Inter-War Stripped Classical |
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Common Brick |
| Wall | BRICK | Rendered Brick |
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