Local Government
Perth
Region
Metropolitan
357-365 Murray St Perth
Also part of Central Perth Precinct P15846
King Street Art Centre
Red Cross House
Perth
Metropolitan
Constructed from 1927 to 1931, Constructed from 1910 to 1914, Constructed from 1929, Constructed from 1912
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 20 Dec 1985 | |
| Heritage Area | Adopted | 12 May 2009 |
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| RHP - To be assessed | Current |
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | ||||
| Perth Draft Inventory 99-01 | YES | 31 Dec 1999 | ||
| Classified by the National Trust | Classified | 04 May 1981 | ||
| Register of the National Estate | Permanent | 25 Mar 1986 | ||
| Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 28 Mar 2023 | Category 2 | |
| Municipal Inventory | Completed\Draft | 13 Mar 2001 | Category 2 | |
| Local Heritage Survey | Completed\Draft | 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 historic significance because it reflects the period of affluence and optimism following the end of World War One. The significance of the place is increased because it remains substantially intact.
Three storey commercial building with simple classical detailing to the facade with strong rectangular emphasis. Facade comprising regular bays with windows with attractive detailing. Loss of original detailing at ground floor level.The building is part of a group of 12 showrooms and warehouses which were built during the period of 1905-1929. The older buildings are of load-bearing brick construction and show considerable variation within the prevailing classical style of the period. The buildings constructed after 1910 either directly continue Victorian classicism into Edwardian Classicism or else are transitions into modernist movement expressing the structure frame.
The building is part of a group of 12 showrooms and warehouses which were built during the period of 1905-1929. In 1900 many Chinese traders were located in the area around Munster House. Munster House was owned by James Connolly who made his fortune in mining and was a Member of the Legislative Council in 1903. The building was constructed in 1912 and was designed by Fred Upton. In 1924 a new warehouse was built on the rear of the building. Two stories were also added to the building between 1912 and 1929. In 1928/1929 the shops were demolished and a new three storey building was constructed. This was also designed by Fred Upton. It was built as an investment and had a range of tenants over the years. The Patch Theatre Group occupied part of the building between 1941 and 1961. During this time other tenants included Singer Sewing Machines, Australian Glass Company and other distribution companies. In 1952 the Red Cross acquired the building and used the second floor as offices. The Red Cross occupied the rest of the building by 1980. In 1996 the building was bought by the WA State Government for use as a centre for arts organisations and became known as the King Street Arts Centre.
Medium level of integrity. Medium level of authenticity as it has original detailing at ground floor level but intact above.
Good
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Draft Municipal Heritage Inventory | City of Perth | 2001 | |
| 1.10/357 | Heritage Place File | City of Perth | |
| Munster House Conservation Managemet Plan | Allom Lovell Hocking | November 1996 |
| Library Id | Title | Medium | Year Of Publication |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11877 | Munster House 357 - 365 Murray Street, Perth | Heritage Study {Cons'n Plan} | 1996 |
Individual Building or Group
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | HEALTH | Office or Administration Bldg |
| Original Use | HEALTH | Office or Administration Bldg |
| Style |
|---|
| Inter-War Stripped Classical |
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Rendered Brick |
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