Local Government
Perth
Region
Metropolitan
40-44 King St Perth
Also part of the Central Perth Precinct P15846
Dome King Street Cafe
Perth
Metropolitan
Constructed from 1902 to 1906
| 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 | ||||
| Local Heritage Survey | Completed\Draft | Category 2 | ||
| Municipal Inventory | Completed\Draft | 13 Mar 2001 | Category 2 | |
| Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 28 Mar 2023 | Category 2 | |
| Register of the National Estate | Adopted | 25 Mar 1986 | ||
| Perth Draft Inventory 99-01 | YES | 31 Dec 1999 | ||
| Classified by the National Trust | Classified | 08 May 1981 | ||
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 building with prominent triangular pediment and battlement parapet, smooth render for street facade with precise detailing, the facade was truncated at the lane way in the 1900's.
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 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 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. The building was originally constructed as a warehouse in 1904, the building has been adapted to the popular King St. Cafe in the 1990's.
High level of integrity. Medium level of authenticity as it has been restored and adapted.
Good
| Name | Type | Year From | Year To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wenz & Co. | Architect | - | - |
| Totterdell Bros | Architect | - | - |
| S Rosenthal | Architect | - | - |
| Ref ID No | Ref Name | Ref Source | Ref Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| R. Ferguson: King St Urban Design Study | June 1980 | ||
| Heritage place assessment - King Street 40-44 King Street Cafe | Heritage & Conservation Professuionals | ||
| 1.16/40 | Heritage Place File | City of Perth | |
| Draft Municipal Heritage Inventory | City of Perth | 2001 |
Individual Building or Group
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | COMMERCIAL | Warehouse |
| Present Use | COMMERCIAL | Restaurant |
| Style |
|---|
| Federation Free Classical |
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Rendered Brick |
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