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10 Donna Buang Street
10 Donna Buang Street CAMBERWELL, Boroondara City

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Camberwell Conservation Study 1991
Camberwell Conservation Study 1991
Camberwell Conservation Study 1991
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Statement of Significance

Architecturally, a superb well-preserved Japanese inspired Californian Bungalow, with rare Malthoid or similar bituminous roof-cladding, early reinforced concrete walling and the distinctive low-gabled form which its use allowed, notable verandah details and a mature period landscape setting. Of the known examples of Perrott's concrete Bungalows, this appears to be the best example as well as among the earliest group: of State importance.

Historically, classic 1920s style and typical of Camberwell. Distinguishable from the more pretentious residences of business leaders who lived in Camberwell, this exemplifies the life-style of lower-middle class residents who passed through it as short- term owners. Its environmentally sensitive siting may also reflect some of the values of its first owner: of regional interest.

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    • Physical Description 1

      10 Donna Buang Street - Physical Description 1

      Almost taken straight from the Malthoid advertisements, this Japanese inspired Californian Bungalow has all of the attributes of its type.

      Rubble field stone is used on the verandah piers and chimneys, the roof gables are low as allowed by its rare intact Malthoid roof cladding, the verandahs are wide and cavernous and possess stout timber posts and shingling is used for cladding. Enhancing the interplay of form,' the house is set at an angle on the block, presumably addressing some view or possible sun orientation.

      The mature garden has valuable period planting as well as Japanese cultivars popular for Bungalow use.

      Integrity

      10 Donna Buang Street - Integrity

      Generally original.

      Streetscape Set well away from the street, it relates in period only to other Bungalows dotted through the estate.

      Heritage Study and Grading

      Heritage Study and Grading

      Boroondara - Camberwell Conservation Study

      Author: Graeme Butler
      Year: 1991
      Grading: A

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