Roslyn
131 Moreland Road COBURG, MORELAND CITY
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Statement of Significance
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Roslyn - Physical Description 1
Roslyn comprises a single-storey a late Victorian residence with Boom-era style influences with polychromatic brick work. The slate roof is hipped with projecting hipped sections to the rear. It contains two intact brick chimneys with decorative profiles. An air conditioner or vent has been recessed into the valley of the hipped roof form though it is partially visible from the street. The hipped verandah is covered with sheet metal and is situated on a series of highly decorative original iron posts. It also has a small central portico complete with pediment and an elaborate array of intact iron lacework, all of which are original elements. The porch is concrete with what appears to be early tessellated tiles. The front facade contains a centralised front door with original timber joinery andside lights, and a modern flyscreen. The door is flanked on either side by two pairs of double-hung timber windows. All openings are highlighted by the polychromatic brickwork surrounds. The current residents appear to be currently revising the colour scheme of the property, with the front pediment showing evidence of a series of test paint colours.
To the rear of the dwelling are a series of single-storey structures with flat metal roofs. They have not impacted the primary roof of the dwelling and, therefore, would likely be reversible should the opportunity to remove them arise.
The landscaping on site is characterised by recent, non-significant plantings confined to two garden beds situated on either side of a central concrete footpath. The remainder of the front setback is grass. While in keeping with the style of the property, the front boundary fence appears to be a later addition, being of brick and painted wrought iron. A matching gate in the concrete driveway, running along the eastern side of the property, was likely added at the same time.
Moreland Road is a major thoroughfare, carrying a steady stream of vehicle and tram traffic. The dwelling at No. 131 is in the vicinity of many historic properties, mostly ranging from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, interspersed with a few post-war mid-century triple fronted residences. It appears to be one of the oldest dwellings on the street.
The dwelling appears to be in good structural condition, with no immediate signs of cracking or shifting. There is the presence of lichen on the slate roof however, and the chimneys require repointing.
Roslyn - Integrity
- A series of single-storey, flat roof structures to the rear of the structure
- Air conditioner or vent located within the two rear roof hips (not visible from the street)
- Flyscreen over the front door*
- Gate in the driveway
- Brick/wrought iron palisade fence
- Antenna on chimney*
- Concrete footpaths and driveway
The building has undergone sympathetic alterations and additions over time. The alterations are largely cosmetic in nature and reversible. They do not compromise the primary dwelling and the facade. Therefore, the integrity of the dwelling is high.
* Denotes element that detracts from the cultural significance of the place.
Roslyn - Physical Conditions
The dwelling appears to be in good structural condition, with no immediate signs of cracking or shifting. There is the presence of lichen on the slate roof however, and the chimneys require repointing.
Heritage Study and Grading
Moreland Heritage Nominations Study
Author: Extent Heritage
Year: 2022
Grading:
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FORMER MELVILLES GRAIN STOREVictorian Heritage Register H0705
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THE AMERICAN COTTAGEVictorian Heritage Register H0139
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FORMER BRUNSWICK CABLE TRAM DEPOT PRECINCTVictorian Heritage Inventory
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"1890"Yarra City
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"AMF Officers" ShedMoorabool Shire
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"AQUA PROFONDA" SIGN, FITZROY POOLVictorian Heritage Register H1687
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"1890"Yarra City
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'BRAESIDE'Boroondara City
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'ELAINE'Boroondara City
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