Solomit or Straw House
2 Seaview Crescent SEAHOLME, Hobsons Bay City
Statement of Significance
The Solomit or Straw House, designed by Marcus Barlow and constructed by Woolcot Forbes in 1941, at 2 Seaview Crescent, Seaholme.
How is it Significant?The Solomit or Straw House at 2 Seaview Crescent, Seaholme is of local historic, aesthetic and technical significance to the City of Hobsons Bay.
Why is it Significant?Historically, it is significant as a rare example of an innovative house type that demonstrates responses to the materials shortages caused by World War 2. It is also important for its association with the noted architect, Marcus Barlow. (AHC criteria A4 and H1)
Aesthetically, it is significant as a representative example of the Old English style, which is distinguished by its rare construction technique. (AHC criterion E1)
Technically, it is significant as rare example of a dwelling using an unusual construction method that utilised innovatory building techniques as a consequence of materials shortages after the outbreak of World War 2. (AHC criteria B2 and F1)
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Altona Civic Offices Council Chambers (Former)
Hobsons Bay City -
Altona Pier
Hobsons Bay City
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Red Robin Hosiery Factory (former)
Hobsons Bay City
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"1890"
Yarra City -
"AMF Officers" Shed
Moorabool Shire -
"AQUA PROFONDA" SIGN, FITZROY POOL
Victorian Heritage Register H1687
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