Residence
90 Hope Street, GEELONG WEST VIC 3218 - Property No 208707
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Statement of Significance
A Listed - State Significance
STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE
90 Hope Street is a rare example of the use of brick to stylize and pronounce classical decorative elements, on the facade of a residence. It appears to have a connection with the work of the important and innovative pioneer Geelong architect John Young. It is one of the few remaining substantial, high quality brick houses from Geelong West's 1850's era. It is of state significance
Reference
Taylor's 1854 map of Little Scotland, Ashby and portion of Kildare.
Villamanta Ward Rate and Valuation Books 1853 to 1859, Thompson Ward Rate Books 1861 to 1875.
Borough of Geelong West Rate Books, 1875 to 1901.
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Residence - Physical Description 1
It is a single storey brick building with a hipped and slate covered roof. It is sited close to the street boundary on a narrow block. The front elevation has two windows either side of the central front door which has a fixed light above. A most notable feature of this house are the hollow pilaster strips represented by brickwork, which are clearly visible on the front facade and the east wall. This form of decorative work is known to be characteristic of the work of the early Geelong architect John Young. In the Golden Age Hotel (built about the same time and exhibiting similar pilaster strips) Young simplified, stylised and pronounced classical elements in brick, to achieve a unique effect. The Argyle Hotel in Geelong West also uses these decorative elements in an individual way. This is the only known residence which uses this form of decoration. It may have been designed by John Young or merely influenced by him.
Other buildings in Geelong West with interesting brickwork detailing include 72 Britannia Street and 59 Weller Street. Alterations to the building include the addition of the verandah and painting of the brickwork.
Heritage Study and Grading
Greater Geelong - City of Geelong West Urban Conservation Study
Author: Huddle, Aitken and Honman
Year: 1986
Grading:
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