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Former Equity Trustees Building

Other Name

Equity Chambers

Location

472 - 478 Bourke Street,, MELBOURNE VIC 3000 - Property No B4050

File Number

B4050

Level

Local

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B4050 Fmr Equity Trustees
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B4050 Fmr Equity Trustees

Statement of Significance

Designed by tenant architects Oakley and Parkes and built by 1931, Equity Chambers is a late addition to the exotic commercial styles prevalent in the late 1920's and said at the time to be Romanesque but displaying Byzantine characterisation. It is in near original condition and has been richly finished and detailed. It is distinguished among its contemporaries by its arcaded entry porch. It is also the headquarters of one of Victoria's longest established firms and has housed many distinguished members of the legal profession, a factor which is reflected by the high integrity of the interior.
Classified: 20/04/1978

Group

Commercial