333 Collins Street is possibly the most ambitious of all post-modern projects from the 90s office boom. The building is the latest reuse of a bank which dates back to 1891. The CBA building was significantly modified in the 1930s with a modern chicagoesque facade. The 333 Collins Street project maintains the original banking chamber dome of the CBA, via a complex feat of engineering.
On top of this the building adds a mass of granite and glass in a step back form. The tower culminates in a copper dome reminiscent of Flinders Street Station, making an impression on the skyline. The effect of cascading masses gives a picturesque silhouette to the building. The Collins Street facade was again remodelled to a semblance of the original Victorian classical building, and a podiums which are sympathetic to neighbouring buildings. This gives the post-modern ability to be read as either a collection of buildings or the one.
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Oh wow - this is beautiful! Great photos!!!
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That building is gorgeous! Your photos captured it wonderfully.
ReplyDeleteThe hall and its ceiling is beautiful! The Christmas tree adds to the festive atmosphere:)
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The countdown has begun Nick.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful building, inside and out :)
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