Myer and David Jones are currently having a redevelopment war in the Melbourne CBD with each vying to have the more impressive buildings. Unfortunately, this means several of their current buildings is getting in the way of their plans. Following the shock demolition of landmarks like the Victorian landmark Old Eastern Arcade, it [...]
One of the rarest Byzantine styled buildings in Australia has been lost forever to be replaced by a rather plain looking podium for a modern apartment building.
First built in 1872 in the east end of Bourke Street, the Eastern Arcade’s facade was remodelled in 1894 by Hyndman & Bates (Bates being one of Melbourne’s foremost [...]
This rare Byzantine inspired building is proposed for demolition as part of a new office development.
Demolition of the existing buildings and the construction of a 25 storeybuilding for use as serviced apartments, ground level retail and basement car parking
Here is an extract from the Melbourne City Council’s minutes advocating for the retention of the [...]
