https://ntmodern.org NT Modern Thu, 21 Nov 2024 04:54:32 +0000 https://ntmodern.org en https://ntmodern.org/About Sat, 09 Oct 2021 10:08:51 +0000 NT Modern https://ntmodern.org/About ABOUT During the mid-20th century, Darwin, the capital city of Australia's Northern Territory, embarked on a journey to transform into a modern city with a truly unique architectural style, transcending its status as a mere remote outpost. This vision led to the creation of numerous buildings that not only reflected the city's innovative and ambitious spirit but also stood as testaments to the era's architectural prowess. This website showcases a fascinating array of Darwin's mid-century architecture, some of which still exists today and others that have been lost over time. It also ventures beyond Darwin to uncover a multitude of unique and diverse architectural examples throughout the Northern Territory. It is important to note that this list, while a significant step, is not comprehensive and should not be considered definitive. Instead, it is an ongoing exploration, a way to identify and preserve some of the modern architectural wonders throughout the Northern Territory, with the potential for new discoveries and additions. ON COUNTRY The buildings and infrastructure shown on this site are all built upon the unceded lands of Larrakia people, the Traditional Custodians of Garrmalang/Garramilla, the place we now call Darwin.Across Australia, First Nations peoples have built adaptive, sensitive and robust structures for tens of thousands of years. This website should not be seen as prioritising the built environment post white settlement.For more information on the built environments and First Nation peoples, the work of Professor Paul Memmott&nbsp;(anthropologist and architect) is a great resource. &nbsp; CONTACT Submissions are welcome! If you are aware of any shining examples of mid-20th century design located in NT, feel free to make contact. Or if you have any information to add in relation to any of the structures, please shout out. This website is administered on a part-time basis, so please be patient. Click here to say hi. https://ntmodern.org/ARCHITECTURAL-MAPS-OF-DARWIN Thu, 21 Nov 2024 04:54:32 +0000 NT Modern https://ntmodern.org/ARCHITECTURAL-MAPS-OF-DARWIN Self-Guided Architecture Tours of Darwin Explore Darwin's mid-century modern and brutalist buildings with two curated walking and driving maps. Designed for architecture enthusiasts and curious explorers. <img width="2000" height="1511" width_o="2000" height_o="1511" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/235c8b57476ab27c193a8d6f2f07631045d5a08a231cfa1dba9dafcb519cdc0e/Both-covers-1.jpg" data-mid="224703198" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/235c8b57476ab27c193a8d6f2f07631045d5a08a231cfa1dba9dafcb519cdc0e/Both-covers-1.jpg" /> Choose Your Map: Map #1: Walking Map of Darwin’s CBD $17.95 AUD (free shipping) 15 curated stops through Darwin's city centre. Mid-century landmarks and hidden architectural gems. Starting from St. Mary's Star of the Sea Cathedral. <img width="2000" height="1511" width_o="2000" height_o="1511" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/4898f7934f7053f53ca3a4d752d799f6669c126e1b980f6bc730c72a5b4e4a10/CBD-outside.jpg" data-mid="224703202" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/4898f7934f7053f53ca3a4d752d799f6669c126e1b980f6bc730c72a5b4e4a10/CBD-outside.jpg" /><img width="2000" height="1511" width_o="2000" height_o="1511" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/f9b7d047dd65f3d6f55b2ecf9891b223b88f07d7f0ec66e69f9d221fd8c762ad/CBD-inside.jpg" data-mid="224703201" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/f9b7d047dd65f3d6f55b2ecf9891b223b88f07d7f0ec66e69f9d221fd8c762ad/CBD-inside.jpg" /> Map #2: Driving Map of Darwin’s Suburbs 14 curated stops across Darwin's suburbs. Mid-century modern, brutalist, and 1970s residential and commercial buildings. $17.95 AUD&nbsp;(free shipping) <img width="2000" height="1511" width_o="2000" height_o="1511" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/bacec3820c316ceb6503440f386ad2c63f1af82994f0176ce8769c72487fe85e/Suburbs-outside.jpg" data-mid="224703205" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/bacec3820c316ceb6503440f386ad2c63f1af82994f0176ce8769c72487fe85e/Suburbs-outside.jpg" /> <img width="2000" height="1511" width_o="2000" height_o="1511" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/e4883104dc920f976e55e5ed463591b18ba95933c58e00553aa1890dc849faad/Suburbs-inside.jpg" data-mid="224703204" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/e4883104dc920f976e55e5ed463591b18ba95933c58e00553aa1890dc849faad/Suburbs-inside.jpg" /> Bundle: Both Maps Get the complete guide to Darwin's architectural history. 29 buildings across the CBD and suburbs $32.00 AUD (free shipping, save $3.90) <img width="2000" height="1511" width_o="2000" height_o="1511" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/f87f21eceda138bb41a5fa2113f42506883074bfbdbb3eecbfc7dd89faa7476c/Both-covers-2.jpg" data-mid="224703199" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/f87f21eceda138bb41a5fa2113f42506883074bfbdbb3eecbfc7dd89faa7476c/Both-covers-2.jpg" /> What you get Each map is: &nbsp; &nbsp; - Designed and printed in Australia &nbsp; &nbsp; - Professionally offset printed&nbsp; &nbsp; - 300gsm recycled paper &nbsp; &nbsp; - A4, Z-folded to DL size (fits in a pocket or bag) &nbsp; &nbsp; - Includes clear directions and descriptions for every building Ships in a rigid cardboard mailer to arrive in perfect condition. Why these maps Most visitors to Darwin never see its best architecture. These maps change that. Each stop includes context about the building's design, architectural style, and cultural significance. You'll walk or drive past structures that define Darwin's identity, from celebrated landmarks to overlooked neighbourhood gems. Perfect for architects, designers, urban history enthusiasts, and anyone who wants to experience a city through its buildings rather than its tourist brochures. Map Details &nbsp; &nbsp; - Map #1: Walking Map of Darwin's CBD This walking map guides you through Darwin's vibrant CBD, highlighting both prominent mid-century landmarks and lesser-known architectural gems. Starting from the iconic St. Mary's Star of the Sea Cathedral, the route takes you past renowned structures that reflect the city's historical and cultural significance. Along the way, discover hidden treasures such as The Melaleuca Refugee Centre, showcasing a contemporary design that emphasises community and resilience. This curated stroll allows you to appreciate the blend of styles that define Darwin's urban landscape, celebrating its bustling heart. &nbsp; &nbsp; - Map #2: Driving Map of Darwin’s Suburbs The driving map invites you to explore Darwin's suburbs, revealing an eclectic mix of architectural styles from mid-century modern to striking brutalism and 1970s designs. As you navigate through the neighbourhoods, you'll encounter a variety of residential and commercial buildings that illustrate the evolution of Darwin's architectural identity. This scenic drive not only showcases the rich architectural tapestry of Darwin but also provides insight into the city's cultural development through its built environment. About This Project This project would not have been possible without the support and contributions of individuals and organisations in Darwin and beyond. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped make these maps a reality. ShippingFree shipping Australia wide &amp; internationally via Australia Post.&nbsp; Questions? Contact us at hello@ntmodern.org https://ntmodern.org/SUPREME-COURT Mon, 25 Oct 2021 11:42:15 +0000 NT Modern https://ntmodern.org/SUPREME-COURT <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/04e7215c4e3625d871ed9d11a0d4afa412d6a70a252ac0a3f7b36fb3a796f762/Supreme-court-4.jpg" data-mid="122581375" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/04e7215c4e3625d871ed9d11a0d4afa412d6a70a252ac0a3f7b36fb3a796f762/Supreme-court-4.jpg" /> <img width="4340" height="1996" width_o="4340" height_o="1996" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/d1758c0b6122ac6477dc01240f36042bf85d62c24e7faa3def7f6653fa2ac9c5/Supreme-court-2.jpg" data-mid="122575333" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/d1758c0b6122ac6477dc01240f36042bf85d62c24e7faa3def7f6653fa2ac9c5/Supreme-court-2.jpg" /> <img width="3825" height="2550" width_o="3825" height_o="2550" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/32e633e105025c5c4f581d8c884ff46535b3d7fb24729a1b0d244e0354d15920/Supreme-court-3.jpg" data-mid="122575334" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/32e633e105025c5c4f581d8c884ff46535b3d7fb24729a1b0d244e0354d15920/Supreme-court-3.jpg" /> SUPREME COURTCNR MITCHELL &amp; HERBERT STS DARWIN NT 0800 PHOTOS: SUPREME COURTH OF NT &amp;&nbsp;FLICKR &amp; FLICKR The Supreme Court building at the corner of Mitchell and Herbert Streets in Darwin opened in 1965 as the principal courthouse for the Northern Territory. It was a symbol of civic confidence and institutional development during the post-war expansion of Darwin’s legal and administrative infrastructure. The building continued in judicial use until 1991, after which the Commonwealth Law Courts occupied the premises for a period. Although it was demolished in 2000, its presence for over three decades marked a significant phase in the evolution of the Territory’s legal architecture, illustrating the shift from earlier court facilities to the purpose-built spaces of State Square. Heritage Status: Not Listed (demolished). https://ntmodern.org/OUR-LADY-OF-THE-SACRED-HEART-CATHOLIC-CHURCH Sun, 10 Oct 2021 01:42:50 +0000 NT Modern https://ntmodern.org/OUR-LADY-OF-THE-SACRED-HEART-CATHOLIC-CHURCH <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/d1bcf521897a7278aa1c07b0626d843e92c6f6c9c157a9d145f919cbd6c09749/Alice-Catholic.jpg" data-mid="121249938" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/d1bcf521897a7278aa1c07b0626d843e92c6f6c9c157a9d145f919cbd6c09749/Alice-Catholic.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1367" width_o="2048" height_o="1367" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/2e42f729e91e8562b0d69b3108399eff9d417eb3a9684cfd5f71f2fa956268c5/JM-11.jpg" data-mid="144836309" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/2e42f729e91e8562b0d69b3108399eff9d417eb3a9684cfd5f71f2fa956268c5/JM-11.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1367" width_o="2048" height_o="1367" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/f98bc1c97f0bc23bfc7452659e80bd17dedca54de4521751045863a9e64b2b0e/JM-10.jpg" data-mid="144836308" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/f98bc1c97f0bc23bfc7452659e80bd17dedca54de4521751045863a9e64b2b0e/JM-10.jpg" /> <img width="1721" height="2048" width_o="1721" height_o="2048" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/8a0213e776ce4aabb2e231de0a09f0cf792b638e190a46eb7d2a74d900d46568/Alice-Uniting-3.jpg" data-mid="121200734" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/8a0213e776ce4aabb2e231de0a09f0cf792b638e190a46eb7d2a74d900d46568/Alice-Uniting-3.jpg" /> OUR LADY OF THE SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH4 HARTLEY ST&nbsp;ALICE SPRINGS NT 0870 PHOTOS: E FUSCALDO &amp; J MARLOW Designed by Andrew McPhee, who was responsible for several of Alice's more notable buildings, the church was officially opened on the 11th of May, 1969. The church reflects mid-twentieth-century approaches to ecclesiastical design, favouring clear forms and functional planning suited to local climatic conditions. As part of Alice Springs’ civic and spiritual life, the building contributes to an understanding of how modern architecture was adopted for religious use in the Northern Territory during a period of population growth and consolidation. This project was awarded the "Enduring Architecture" award in the 2017 Northern Territory Architecture Awards. Heritage Status: Not Listed. https://ntmodern.org/UNITING-CHURCH-OFFICES Sun, 10 Oct 2021 01:42:01 +0000 NT Modern https://ntmodern.org/UNITING-CHURCH-OFFICES <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/416aedf8eb27a459d4994623e9f168935a0193f51e9e0e67c5222a8490341db1/Uniting-office.jpg" data-mid="122903880" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/416aedf8eb27a459d4994623e9f168935a0193f51e9e0e67c5222a8490341db1/Uniting-office.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/85fea72e8d44128b46e7631447c9ca47e68d492ed4705c6fdc43ccf9d4f48c7e/Unite-1.jpg" data-mid="125380564" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/85fea72e8d44128b46e7631447c9ca47e68d492ed4705c6fdc43ccf9d4f48c7e/Unite-1.jpg" /> <img width="1951" height="1301" width_o="1951" height_o="1301" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/cb8b99ffeae27a79ad501883132d0c70932fc787ec8ef1170d222fa13a4080e9/Unite-2.jpg" data-mid="125380565" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/cb8b99ffeae27a79ad501883132d0c70932fc787ec8ef1170d222fa13a4080e9/Unite-2.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/efc4786dcdb32577247de6badc7b72a3a52c14f940ca170c317557074690fd6b/Darwin-Uniting-2.jpg" data-mid="121242946" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/efc4786dcdb32577247de6badc7b72a3a52c14f940ca170c317557074690fd6b/Darwin-Uniting-2.jpg" /> UNITING CHURCH OFFICES 2 RAILWAY ST PARAP NT 0820 PHOTOS: E FUSCALDO The Uniting Church Offices at 2 Railway Street in Parap were constructed in the 1960s, displaying a modernist vocabulary characterised by elevated massing and a bold geometric presence relative to their suburban context. Though the original tenant was the Master Builder’s Association before later church use, the building’s design suggests an aspiration toward solidity and community engagement in its planning and form. Its raised position and shading elements respond to the tropical climate while giving a sense of prominence to the administrative functions housed within. As a work associated with mid-twentieth-century office architecture in Darwin, the building contributes to understanding how ecclesiastical organisations adapted modern commercial design for support functions. The first photo shown is from 1981 and can be viewed on this flickr account. Heritage Status: Not Listed https://ntmodern.org/RAAF-DARWIN-POST-OFFICE Fri, 29 Oct 2021 03:43:36 +0000 NT Modern https://ntmodern.org/RAAF-DARWIN-POST-OFFICE <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/149db80ce1da3117f0b9619c11fdd95dff6195af6c0322f11c2cb9c481f782e2/RAAF-post-office-3.jpg" data-mid="123007981" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/149db80ce1da3117f0b9619c11fdd95dff6195af6c0322f11c2cb9c481f782e2/RAAF-post-office-3.jpg" /><img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/6f20d655053abf490dfce5a732d48dd0af78f5c4662386b8db2d1bf5c5c25506/RAAF-post-office-1.jpg" data-mid="123007982" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/6f20d655053abf490dfce5a732d48dd0af78f5c4662386b8db2d1bf5c5c25506/RAAF-post-office-1.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/b774ad677da52b482cd6fd9d9a56aea97c4ec5ec4d95621c6ce46012855303e3/RAAF-post-office-2.jpg" data-mid="123007983" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/b774ad677da52b482cd6fd9d9a56aea97c4ec5ec4d95621c6ce46012855303e3/RAAF-post-office-2.jpg" /> RAAF BASE DARWIN AMAROO RDWINNELLIE NT 0820&nbsp; PHOTOS: LIBRARIES &amp; ARCHIVES NT The RAAF Darwin Post Office was designed and constructed by the Northern Territory Regional Office of the Commonwealth Department of Housing and Construction, reflecting a practical modernist approach to defence-related infrastructure in the early 1970s. Photographs from 1973 show a building with straightforward, robust forms that were typical of service buildings on military installations, where functionality and ease of maintenance were priorities. This post office became the design basis for the subsequent Casuarina Post Office, indicating its influence on later government building projects in the region. Its association with the Royal Australian Air Force base situates it within a broader narrative of defence infrastructure and community services in Darwin’s modern history. Heritage Status: Not Listed. &nbsp; https://ntmodern.org/ALICE-SPRINGS-ANGLICAN-CHURCH Wed, 14 Dec 2022 05:05:40 +0000 NT Modern https://ntmodern.org/ALICE-SPRINGS-ANGLICAN-CHURCH <img width="1500" height="1000" width_o="1500" height_o="1000" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/136911432bb04930bd01014a2841d1ae15fc16ffd0f3447a4c3bd20b4bf315b0/Anglican-AS-2.jpg" data-mid="161895670" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/136911432bb04930bd01014a2841d1ae15fc16ffd0f3447a4c3bd20b4bf315b0/Anglican-AS-2.jpg" /> <img width="1924" height="1283" width_o="1924" height_o="1283" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/f4ce669f5581d8d6b0ec2aab6237fc45d32c62e8fefbc9f1e9a428cd0e51764e/Anglican-AS-3.jpg" data-mid="161895669" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/f4ce669f5581d8d6b0ec2aab6237fc45d32c62e8fefbc9f1e9a428cd0e51764e/Anglican-AS-3.jpg" /> <img width="325" height="487" width_o="325" height_o="487" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/e5397da3958a21da539872f1e60cecac48c20c8e00ed6e4eb3875b83d70b2298/Anglican-AS.jpg" data-mid="161895292" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/325/i/e5397da3958a21da539872f1e60cecac48c20c8e00ed6e4eb3875b83d70b2298/Anglican-AS.jpg" /> ALICE SPRINGS ANGLICAN CHURCH18 BATH ST&nbsp;ALICE SPRINGS NT 0870 PHOTOS: J MARLOW &amp; LIBRARIES &amp; ARCHIVES NT The Alice Springs Anglican Church at 18 Bath Street features a distinctive roof form that makes the building stand out on its modest site, with straight structural beams combining to create a complex, almost tower-like silhouette. Designed in 1982 by architect Andrew McPhee, the shape was deliberately chosen to give the small church a strong sense of presence and identity within the local streetscape. The building demonstrates how modernist architectural ideas can be adapted for a compact religious building, using roof geometry and careful planning to create a space that is visually striking. Heritage Status: Not Listed. https://ntmodern.org/GREEN-CAN-HOUSE Fri, 07 Jul 2023 07:35:07 +0000 NT Modern https://ntmodern.org/GREEN-CAN-HOUSE <img width="2048" height="1366" width_o="2048" height_o="1366" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/8d2265a32cbf1485d6f3f6622ac5870613d269f03d4e29f9431d14f5d039d872/tumblr_p4u6lwYYPT1uz2f9jo3_640.jpg" data-mid="184405105" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/8d2265a32cbf1485d6f3f6622ac5870613d269f03d4e29f9431d14f5d039d872/tumblr_p4u6lwYYPT1uz2f9jo3_640.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/75b06524960f266baae71fa428ebb08a86a14e0bcfc998a703326769b381d736/10788.jpg" data-mid="184405101" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/75b06524960f266baae71fa428ebb08a86a14e0bcfc998a703326769b381d736/10788.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/759de7a1327d96e7cb438f98d9aacba3311daaf27790f6ff9172c9f4db593111/tumblr_p4u6lwYYPT1uz2f9jo1_640.jpg" data-mid="184405102" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/759de7a1327d96e7cb438f98d9aacba3311daaf27790f6ff9172c9f4db593111/tumblr_p4u6lwYYPT1uz2f9jo1_640.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/bb43d962f0da107820505d30f2cc6022f51ddb9c123bc265da57744e0ef1f74a/tumblr_p4u6lwYYPT1uz2f9jo2_640.jpg" data-mid="184405103" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/bb43d962f0da107820505d30f2cc6022f51ddb9c123bc265da57744e0ef1f74a/tumblr_p4u6lwYYPT1uz2f9jo2_640.jpg" />GREEN CAN HOUSE KARAMA, NT&nbsp; PHOTOS: TROPPO ARCHITECTS The Green Can House was designed by Phil Harris and Adrian Welke of Troppo Architects after they won the City of Darwin’s Low-Cost House Competition in 1981. The house’s nickname derives from its informal resemblance to a can of VB, but its significance lies in its design ethos, economical to build, energy efficient and consciously adapted to the tropical climate. At a time when much post-Cyclone Tracy housing in Darwin had favoured heavy concrete construction, the Green Can House offered a radical alternative that embraced rather than resisted its environment. The plan is oriented to catch prevailing breezes, with natural ventilation, open-plan spaces and high ceilings that promote airflow. Lightweight walls of louvres allow cross-ventilation while shading occupants from direct sun, and the overall form prioritises both comfort and ease of extension over time. This climate-responsive approach, combined with its modest construction budget, made the Green Can House a notable example of tropical residential design that contrasted with more conventional approaches in the Territory’s mid-late twentieth-century housing stock. Heritage Status: Not Listed. https://ntmodern.org/STURT-HOUSE Fri, 29 Oct 2021 11:57:32 +0000 NT Modern https://ntmodern.org/STURT-HOUSE <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/d81788b635e42ab20a663f19b6f7406a2163025f4d5072c30b3ad99af2c9b94f/Sturt-1.jpg" data-mid="123037682" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/d81788b635e42ab20a663f19b6f7406a2163025f4d5072c30b3ad99af2c9b94f/Sturt-1.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/9a81facfbcc61b6b9f22250f3648997dc82fcfe5bbf796ed50db519014e93329/Sturt-2.jpg" data-mid="123037697" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/9a81facfbcc61b6b9f22250f3648997dc82fcfe5bbf796ed50db519014e93329/Sturt-2.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/ede57b5a8ee084708b620f56311298a2e7f994630fc9bd539154975bb548088d/Sturt-3.jpg" data-mid="123037715" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/ede57b5a8ee084708b620f56311298a2e7f994630fc9bd539154975bb548088d/Sturt-3.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/af6b0a3585a1e5ff08457272706f3db694cbb287cf610b279577f5b66028d3fc/Sturt-4.jpg" data-mid="123037725" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/af6b0a3585a1e5ff08457272706f3db694cbb287cf610b279577f5b66028d3fc/Sturt-4.jpg" /> STURT HOUSE LINTON ST CASUARINA NT 0820 PHOTOS: LIBRABRIES &amp; ARCHIVES NT Sturt House on Linton Street in Casuarina once served as the Northern Territory Housing Commission offices, illustrating the utilitarian bureaucratic architecture that supported government housing functions in the late twentieth century. Although it has since been demolished to make way for car park infrastructure associated with the Casuarina Shopping Centre, the building typified modest modernist administrative buildings of its era, with a straightforward plan and materials selected for durability and low maintenance. Its removal underscores the rapid pace of urban redevelopment in Casuarina in recent decades, where older institutional buildings have often given way to new commercial uses. Heritage Status: Not Listed (demolished). https://ntmodern.org/ANZ-BANK Sat, 30 Oct 2021 10:58:54 +0000 NT Modern https://ntmodern.org/ANZ-BANK <img width="2048" height="1365" width_o="2048" height_o="1365" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/b7ea73b1627550c8ea7de0a56fea017b7565babaa0f1378f69f662fefb77378b/ANZ.jpg" data-mid="123099497" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/b7ea73b1627550c8ea7de0a56fea017b7565babaa0f1378f69f662fefb77378b/ANZ.jpg" /><img width="740" height="493" width_o="740" height_o="493" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/9f3d993c62f05fed38fa062dd01ec0f7e2ae578030084dd2eb62440161bd24ea/ANZ-1.jpg" data-mid="123099495" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/740/i/9f3d993c62f05fed38fa062dd01ec0f7e2ae578030084dd2eb62440161bd24ea/ANZ-1.jpg" /> <img width="2048" height="1367" width_o="2048" height_o="1367" data-src="https://freight.cargo.site/t/original/i/9ada722da1a5f5d0acfb4ea95bd2de6b2a6fd337a6f4cac5624fa086b18c3c92/JM-09.jpg" data-mid="144836420" border="0" src="https://freight.cargo.site/w/1000/i/9ada722da1a5f5d0acfb4ea95bd2de6b2a6fd337a6f4cac5624fa086b18c3c92/JM-09.jpg" /> ANZ BANKCNR TODD AND PARSONS RDALICE SPRINGS NT 0870 PHOTOS: LIBRARIES AND ARCHIVES NT &amp; J MARLOW The ANZ Bank branch on the corner of Todd and Parsons Roads in Alice Springs was designed by Hassell McConnell &amp; Partners in the early 1950s and is an attractive example of mid-century bank architecture adapted for the central Australian environment. Later remedial works to the roof were undertaken by Andrew McPhee, reflecting ongoing investment in the building’s fabric and functionality over time. While extensive alterations in recent decades have changed parts of the street-level appearance, elements of the original modernist design are still visible above the footpath awnings, offering a glimpse of the building’s original architectural character. Heritage Status: Not Listed.