Campbell Town 1960s Library damaged

This circa 1960s building serves as Campbell Town's library and this week it obtained major damage when a car crashed into it. The period features that demonstrate that the building is of 1950-60s design are the timber square panel windows to the far left and right sides of the building, and the use of glass facade panelling. This small example of mid century design highlights that Modernist design spread its wings to all parts of Tasmania.

Modern Fish & Chip Shop wins End of Year Competition

My image of this fish and chip shop in Cardwell, Far North Queensland gained 1st prize in the end of year Digital category at my local camera club.

What the Judge, said...
"Was this taken this year or 1979? The use of effective toning to create a retrospective feel to this photo enhances the image where leaving it as a bright saturated digital image may have completely ruined the feel of the photo. I love how this is a wide angle shot, but there is no reference to modern technology visible at all."

Roberts Rural Supplies - Campbell Town

I love this style of industrial Modernism that's in the township of Campbell Town.  Straight lines and geometric angles provide visual strength as does the use of concrete overhangs in the centre of the building. So 20c Modern, so stylish!

Now search Tasmanian Art Deco & Modernism buildings by a buildings use

It's now easier to view different types of design you may be interested in.  Previously posts were only searchable by the the building town location. Now you can view by a building's use which includes categories such as schools, churches, halls, homes, industrial, and government.  Check out the categories on the right hand side of the blog and let us know what you think!

Campbell Town School - Modernist Gem in a country Tasmanian town

The Campbell Town State School designed in the late 1930s is one of many examples of Modernist schools in Tasmania, designed by S W T Blythe/Public Works Department.  His works were prolific and many examples of his designs still exist around Tasmania today.  His works are strikingly Modernist in style and is considered a pioneer in bringing the first wave of Modernist architecture to Tasmania.