Residence

Location

157 Yarra Street, GEELONG VIC 3220 - Property No 219316

Level

Incl in HO area indiv sig

Statement of Significance

C Listed - Local Significance

STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE

Architecturally, an accomplished and early design using both Queen Anne and Federation Bungalow detailing as a precusor to the more widespread use of both styles in the next 15 years, also contributing to an Edwardian and Victorian era residential streetscape and an example of local architects, Laird & Buchan's, profile practice. Historically, like 32-34 Eastern Beach and 159 Yarra Street, once linked with the noted Ward Nicholson, owner of the regionally important Humble & Nicholson foundry.

Group

Residential buildings (private)

Category

Residence