Local Government
Perth
Region
Metropolitan
300 Murray St Perth
Cnr William St Also part of Raine Square P09824 & Central Perth Precinct P15846 Also a part of the Murray Street West Precinct P02729
Commercial Building
pt of Raine Square complex
Perth
Metropolitan
Constructed from 1928
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 19 Jan 2007 |
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Completed\Draft | 13 Mar 2001 | Category 2 | |
| Perth Draft Inventory 99-01 | YES | 31 Dec 1999 | ||
| Statewide Hotel Survey | Completed | 01 Nov 1997 | ||
The place is of aesthetic significance as an example of a commercial building constructed during the inter-war period. The place is of historic significance because it reflects the period of affluence and optimism following the end of World War 1.
Three storey commercial building with shops at ground floor level. Simple classical detailing to facade which is divided into bays by pilasters. Arched openings to facade are a feature of the building. Decorative parapet concealing the roof. Considerable alteration to the building at ground level. Awning may be original.
The 1920's in Perth was characterised by economic prosperity and expansion. There was considerable migration from Britain and Europe encouraged by government sponsored settlement programmes. In the city this was a period of consolidation. There was continued commercial development including the construction of arcades , hotels and commercial buildings. Although the depression of the 1930's caused a decline in the building industry, by the late 1930's, there was renewed activity including the construction of cinemas.
Low level of integrity. Medium level of authenticity as it has lost original detail at ground floor level but intact above.
Very good
| Library Id | Title | Medium | Year Of Publication |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11525 | Raine Square redvelopment | Archival Record | 2017 |
| 5065 | William, Murray, Queen and Wellington Streets streetblock (including Raine Square) heritage assessment. Draft. March 2001 | Heritage Study {Other} | 2001 |
| 11452 | Raine Square Heritage Buildings | Heritage Study {Cons'n Plan} | 2016 |
Individual Building or Group
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Original Use | COMMERCIAL | Hotel, Tavern or Inn |
| Present Use | COMMERCIAL | Shopping Complex |
| Style |
|---|
| Inter-War Stripped Classical |
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Rendered Brick |
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| OCCUPATIONS | Hospitality industry & tourism |
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