HOUSE

The dwelling and garden setting of 14 The Ridge, Canterbury is significant.

How is it significant?

14 The Ridge, Canterbury is of local aesthetic and architectural significance to the City of Boroondara.

Why is it significant?

14 The Ridge is significant as a fine and highly intact example of a picturesquely-composed attic storey brick residence, and for its successful execution of the domestic revival style with American over-tones of the Californian bungalow.

It is a representative example of a revival style dwelling that was designed and constructed for its location, and for owners that had the means to adopt the emerging styles and create a home that reflected their ideals. (Criterion D)

The detailing seen in the gables, the brickwork and the main entrance collectively contribute to the dwelling's aesthetic quality. (Criterion E)

Siting the house at 45-degrees to the street is an uncommon characteristic that adds to the picturesque quality of the dwelling and its setting, and increases the aesthetic value of the place. The property demonstrates the on-going development of Canterbury during the interwar period. (Criterion D & E)

Group

Residential buildings (private)

Category

House