Local Government
Perth
Region
Metropolitan
8-10 The Esplanade Perth
Phoenix Building
Perth
Metropolitan
Constructed from 1930 to 1931
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 20 Dec 1985 | |
| State Register | Registered | 09 Feb 1996 | HCWebsite.Listing+ListingDocument, HCWebsite.Listing+ListingDocument |
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | ||||
| Survey of 20th Ctry Architecture | Completed | 01 Mar 1988 | ||
| Perth Draft Inventory 99-01 | YES | 31 Dec 1999 | ||
| Register of the National Estate | Permanent | 25 Mar 1986 | ||
| Classified by the National Trust | Classified | 04 May 1981 | ||
| Art Deco Significant Bldg Survey | Completed | |||
| Municipal Inventory | Completed\Draft | 13 Mar 2001 | ||
| Local Heritage Survey | Completed\Draft | Category 1 | ||
| Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 28 Mar 2023 | Category 1 | |
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 13 Mar 2001 | Category 1 | |
The place is of aesthetic significance as a fine and intact example of Inter-War Free Classical commercial building of the 1930's with Art Deco decorative themes incorporated throughout the building. It demonstrates a high quality of architectural retailing and craftsmanship. It is a rare and representative reminder of the 1920's and 1930's in which few commercial buildings were constructed. Refer to documentation of places for entry in the heritage council's State Register of Heritage Places (COP Heritage Places File 1.38/8).
A four storied commercial building of monumental proportions. The base is emphasised with large arched openings and the top storey is differentiated from the others. This building features classical columns and a prominent cornice.
The building was constructed in 1930/1931 for the Atlas Assurance Company which was an insurance company. The building was designed by F. G. B. Hawkins, an architect who also designed 655 Hay Street Mall. The building was clad with Wunderlich terracotta, as well as on the interior walls and floor. This product was one of many Australian companies whose products were used in the building. The Atlas Assurance Company occupied the ground floor until they sold the building in 1970. After this time is was known as the Phoenix Building. The name change reflected the owner Phoenix Assurance Company of Australia Ltd. The office space through the building has been used for various tenants over the years. Ownership changed in 1978 and the building was renovated. Many additions to the building were made during the 1980s. In 1988 the owners changed the name back to the Atlas Building.
Medium level of integrity. High level of authenticity only minor cosmetic changes have occurred to the third floor level of the interior which can be easily removed.
Good
| Name | Type | Year From | Year To |
|---|---|---|---|
| F G B Hawkins | Architect | - | - |
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.38/8 | Heritage Place File | City of Perth |
| Library Id | Title | Medium | Year Of Publication |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8584 | Atlas building, Perth. Conservation plan. | Heritage Study {Cons'n Plan} | 2007 |
Individual Building or Group
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | COMMERCIAL | Insurance Building |
| Present Use | COMMERCIAL | Office or Administration Bldg |
| Style |
|---|
| Inter-War Free Classical |
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | STONE | Other Stone |
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| OCCUPATIONS | Commercial & service industries |
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