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1870s

East Melbourne, George Street 21, 23, 25, Georgian Court

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An article explaining the benefits of repurposing old, out of date terraces.  In this instance the terraces have been converted to six flats, each with four rooms.  The architect was PJW Murfett.  Before and after illustrations.

The building now operates as a bed and breakfast accommodation. 

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  • 1517 reads

East Melbourne, Simpson Street 167, 169

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Two colour photos of 167 and 169 Simpson Street, East Melbourne.  The houses have an unusual parapet embellished with a row of small lion masks. 

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East Melbourne, Simpson Street 171, 173

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A colour photo of the pair of houses at 171 and 173 Simpson Street, East Melbourne.  

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