I didn't wander too far, like a about 300 metres. Seaside St Kilda has undergone gentrification, almost complete now. In the 60s into the 90s it had a sleazy feel about but it was always interesting.
A few photos. This one is on the corner of Acland Street. R has been inside once, with some charity matter...cooking food. It is pleasant to look at.
On first glance this might look like the same building, or a pair but it isn't and is next door.
The trees are in leaf, because it is spring here, except it wasn't. These were taken late summer.
The 'gay community' has a strong connection to The Prince but that has kind of passed. Neverthless, you are bound to find interesting characters in the public bar of The Prince. An upper level once hosted the drag show venue Pokeys, a gay Sunday night must but it's only a memory now. Long after Pokeys closed, sadly the dyke owner died in a house fire as she attempted to save her dogs.
I put the name of this rather nice building into Google Translate and it came back as Arabic, meaning embedding. I am unsure about that.
This three storey massive home is a bit hidden.
A side view in Mary Street.
It goes back forever, with land behind the rear extension. I believe the house was once owned by the comedian and tv presenter
Steve Vizard, a rather interesting person who was a high achiever but also someone in financial botheration with authorities.
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What awesome buildings! I especially like the first two as I've always wanted a cozy nook surrounded by windows. The best I can do is sit on my back patio as at this very moment. lol That's a tragic story about the former owner of Pokeys. How heartbreaking for family and friends. Thank you for more great pictures and historical tellings.
ReplyDeleteDarla yes, a bay window would be so good. Thanks for you nice words.
DeleteAnother eclectic selection of buildings. I am sooo envious of that blue sky!
ReplyDeleteJayCee, you should hear how my English born partner complains about our weather. The weather is not so bad here and we do have bright sunny days at times, as you do.
DeleteSome lovely buildings and some not to my taste. Like the Free Range building.
ReplyDeleteI haven't heard anything of Steve Vizard in yonks. I wonder what he is doing now?
EC, making money I think, that he will never be able to spend, as rich people do.
DeleteSteve Vizard always looks so serious on TV. He barely smiles. Acland street is such a wonderful street to stroll during daytime. Problem is zero parking spots in the area.
ReplyDeleteRoentare, I haven't seen him in media for ages. Yes, parking is an issue, which is why we never drive to St Kilda.
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ReplyDeleteAndrew , just love all these buildings. Have you ever been to the Abbotsford Convent…never been there but .hoping to go out there in December.
We have been to the convent Stalker. We attempted to dine at the well know vego restaurant. We ordered, an hour later after not a waiter near us and no food, we just got up and walked out. I hope it is different now.
DeleteThose first three buildings are stunning.
ReplyDeleteBob, they would be the oldest buildings in the post. They built 'em better back then.
DeleteThat massive house! Oh my gosh. Is it still a one family house or has it been broken up into apartments? All the buildings are beautiful though.
ReplyDeleteAs I saw it Debby, it is still one house, with one very rich owner.
DeleteI think I have mentioned that we lived in Robe Street in the 70s. That was interesting! Fitzroy Street and the surrounds have always held a soft spot although I am not trendy enough to go there now.
ReplyDeleteYes Merlot, I do remember that you didn't work in Robe Street but lived there. Believe me, you don't have to be trendy to fit into Fitzroy Street. As always, it has all types.
DeleteThe 3 storey mansion in your photo is Clendore, a gorgeous Italianate Victorian terrace.
ReplyDeleteThanks Hels. Maybe research for the future. The house is rather spesh.
DeleteThe red brick houses are beautiful. Is the three storey still a single home or divided into apartments?
ReplyDeleteRiver, by it's appearance it looked like a single home to me. No doubt occupied by a very rich person.
DeleteThe buildings are just gorgeous if you like those type which I do. You framed the 3 story shot really well Andrew.
ReplyDeleteThanks Margaret. I quite like the photo too.
DeleteI loved walking through the street market in Fitzroy some years ago now. I also liked the cake shops in Acland St. These buildings are a treasure.
ReplyDeleteAlong The Esplanade I would guess Diane, at the end of Fitzroy Street. We've discovered great care needs to be taken when choosing cakes in Acland Street. Some European cakes can be very dry.
Deletelol they might not be owned by the same person (maybe) but it looks as though they used the same painter and decorator. Job lot on yellow paint 😊
ReplyDeleteI like those rounded balconies on the ‘free range’ building.
Cathy, I have a feeling both buildings may be owned by City of Port Phillip, hence the same colours. The building with the balconies is nice but in need of some TLC.
DeleteThe free-range building looks like it should be in a different neighborhood. Maybe it wasn't gentrified enough?
ReplyDeleteKirk, I would guess it is a 1940s building and it certainly doesn't fit the Victorian building streetscape. The street is a bit of a hodge podge.
DeleteSome of the buildings are quite nice. I just find the yellow colour very bland. Hope you are doing well after your op Andrew.
ReplyDeleteSami, I agree but a better colour is not jumping to my mind. Yes, I am ok thanks. Gauze bandage fell off after two days. Plasters are still on, to be removed on Wednesday. It will be so nice to stand in the shower with water spraying on my head.
DeleteIt's interesting to stroll in a different neighbourhood through the medium of photographs. Much easier on the feet, too;-)
ReplyDeleteArmchair neighbourhood walks, hey JB.
DeleteA nice walk around town on a Monday
ReplyDeleteThank you TP.
DeletePretty buildings.
ReplyDeleteThanks ME.
DeleteGentrification can have negative effects on an area as it becomes so mainstream. There are several areas here that have totally lost their funky and fun charm.
ReplyDeletePat, very much so and we are still seeing in areas once thought of as not being a desirable place to live. The issue is really the cost of property driving out lower income people and I can't see that changing.
DeleteThe first two buildings look like they are one and the same, and mesh together nicely. That's so sad about the lady dying trying to save her dogs, but brave too.
ReplyDeleteSame painter perhaps Strayer. It is sad Strayer. She contributed so much in life.
DeleteI love those buildings in the first photos, and The Prince looks right out of Miami Beach!
ReplyDeleteSteve, I like them too. The Prince was very nicely renovated a few years ago, and its a treasure.
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