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Conservatorium Of Music, Melbourne University

Other Name

Melba Hall

Location

156-292 Gratton Street, PARKVILLE VIC 3010 - Property No B3105

File Number

B3105

Level

State

[1/1]
B3105 Conservatorium of Music

Statement of Significance

Designed by Messrs Bates, Peebles and Smart, Architects, and erected by Swanson Bros Builders in 1909/1910. Various additions to the two-storeyed building were carried out by Messrs Gawler and Drummond, Architects, in the style of the original, the Royal Parade facade being completed in 1935.
The white stucco walling is shaded by the wide eaves of the slate roof and contrasts with the terracotta, patterned gables. Although details of the facade are an Art Nouveau reflection, the building is an original design expression which may be seen as part of the recurrent search for an indigenous architecture style. The classification includes the North, South and West facades including the pediment of Melba hall, together with sufficient of the building necessary for support.
Classified: 02/08/1979

Group

Community Facilities