Tuesday 8 November 2011

Mosman, shops

 This commercial building is located along Military Road, in the lower north shore suburb of Mosman. William Henry Smith was a speculative builder who with his partner S. H. Cabban were responsible for many buildings in thFederation architectural style in the suburb. From the late 1890s, they erected a number of shops including "The Strand" which are now part of a conservation area.

24 comments:

  1. That pink is revolting, but the shop architecture still looks dashing. Thanks... now I must have a good look at Mosman.

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  2. Found this on Mellow Yellow Monday, Jim. Amazing architecture. Looks like an interesting street.

    Kay, Alberta, Canada
    An Unfittie’s Guide to Adventurous Travel

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  3. Good to see these buildings are being preserved.

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  4. Love the architectural arched detail above the shops! Not sure about the dusky pink! It seems a little odd in contrast with the shop colours! But it is unique!

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  5. Interesting colours. It looks like it might be an area frequented by t0urists.

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  6. Looks like it should be a casino in a movie!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  7. You had me at *shops*!!!!! Interesting architecture.

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  8. I do love the architecture and the details! Lovely street and colors! Great post for the day as always, Jim! Hope you have a good week!

    Sylvia

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  9. The top and bottom of the building don't mesh but I think it's a great piece of architecture to preserve.
    Nice ruby find!

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  10. Love the ornamental adornment on this structure. Very nicely captured too. Happy RT.

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  11. Very pretty!!!

    Visiting from Ruby Tuesday, mind to come and and see my ruby entry? Your comment would be greatly appreciated!

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  12. This kind of architecture was also popular in my country, though not quite the same of course. Great shot, Jim!

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  13. The Strand, huh? I wonder how many shopping centres, strip malls and arcades in Australia have that name?!?!?!

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  14. Hi there - it always think it’s a good idea to look at the upper stories of shops from across the street – it’s surprising what you can find!

    Stewart M - Melbourne

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  15. Red Nomad OZ, it does seem to be a legendary name that has been used many times over.

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  16. Like the color of the building. it's beautiful..

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  17. Very original architecture. Do you know whether the original building was in pink and white, Jim?

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  18. Francisca, I couldn't find any informationn on what the original colours might have been but they have tried to restore many of the buildings here to their original state so it's quite possible they were.

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  19. I know you and Hels are not keen on the pink, but in reality this group of shops is very good to look at.

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