Shop - 6A-8 Rundle Mall - Adelaide - SA - Australia - Australian Heritage Sites on Waymarking.com

Statement of Significance
The shop at 6A-8 Rundle Mall, Adelaide, built in circa 1880, is important for its distinctive facade, which is decorated with an eclectic mix of classically derived elements, including giant Corinthian order pilasters. The extensive use of large areas of glass on the upper facade is a departure from the typically domestic appearance of the upper floors of commercial buildings at this time. The high quality of its stuccoed decoration is of added interest. The building makes an important contribution to the character of Adelaide's major retail strip. (Criteria: F1 and E1)

Description
A three-storey masonry building with stuccoed detailing, situated in Adelaide's main retail precinct. The building has a shopfront at ground level and further retail space on the upper floors. The upper facade is decorated with eclectic but classically derived elements, including giant Corinthian order pilasters, which frame large windows. The stucco decoration used on the face of the building is of very high quality.
The dominant scale and detailing of the upper facade contributes to the character of the western entrance to Rundle Mall.
History
The shop at 6-8a Rundle Mall, Adelaide, was constructed in circa 1880, to a design by the architects Rees and Hornabrook. At that time, the site was owned by JA Northmore, an Adelaide draper. Over the years it has been used as photographic studios, an art gallery and a billiard saloon. It is currently used as a shop.

Condition and Integrity
The building appears to be in good condition. The ground floor interior and shopfronts have been altered, and a verandah has been added to the front facade. The upper levels of the building are in original condition. (23 September 1999).

Location
6A-8 Rundle Mall, Adelaide.

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List: Register of the National Estate Place ID: 16929 Place File No: 3/03/001/0173 URL database reference: [Web Link] Status: Registered Year built: 1880

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