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House

Location

163 Drummond Street,, CARLTON VIC 3053 - Property No B3606

File Number

B3606

Level

Local

Statement of Significance

The two storey townhouse at 163 Drummond Street was erected in 1871 for Kenneth Gunn, a prominent Melbourne plastering contractor. The rendered facade has a recessed arcade on the ground floor, three windows with fine surround mouldings on the first floor, and plain cornice and parapet with pedimented name plate.
This is a fine example of the terrace/townhouse type in the conservative classical style. It has a typical recessed arcade composition which is enhanced by unusually fine mouldings and decoration. The hooded and bracketed window surrounds on the first floor are of particular interest. The house is an essential feature of the Drummond Street precinct and a fine example of a building type which is a distinctive feature of inner suburban Melbourne.
The cast iron palisade fence is compatible with the house.
Classified: 21/11/1974

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