Art Deco Architecture In Brisbane, Australia

Our built heritage plays an important role in the ongoing story of our cities. Modern cities embraced Art Deco style in its architecture as it swept the world during the interwar period. In Brisbane, Australia there are a range of inner city landmarks such as the striking McWhirters department store to lesser-known gems further afield like the streamlined Archerfield Airport administration building.

The book ‘Brisbane Art Deco: Stories of our Built Heritage’ documents and celebrates a selection of Brisbane’s best residential and commercial Art Deco buildings. Written contributions from a range of authors are complemented by stunning modern photography and historic archive imagery, taking readers on a journey through this fascinating era. The articles not only describe the aesthetic and architectural features, but also delve into the associated social history.

Storytelling is an important way to connect the tangible (physical) and intangible (non-physical) aspects of our built heritage, and is a powerful way to communicate and engage the broader community. By sharing some of the interesting stories about Brisbane’s Art Deco heritage, the project aims to highlight the significance of these examples in the fabric of our city. It is hoped that an increased consciousness about its significance in our city will result in this architecture becoming increasingly and more widely valued in the community, and strengthen efforts to preserve and protect such examples into the future.

Brisbane Art Deco: Stories of our Built Heritage is a charming and informative reference, and offers a colourful insight into Brisbane’s built heritage and the life and times of this dynamic city.

More info: brisbaneartdeco.com.au