Belvedere (Cremorne) facts for kids
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| Location | 7 Cranbrook Avenue, Cremorne, North Sydney Council, New South Wales, Australia |
| Built | 1919 |
| Built for | C. H. Stockman |
| Architect | Alexander Stewart Jolly |
| Architectural style(s) | Californian Bungalow |
| Official name: Belvedere | |
| Type | State heritage (built) |
| Designated | 2 April 1999 |
| Reference no. | 320 |
| Type | House |
| Category | Residential buildings (private) |
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Belvedere is a special old house located in Cremorne, New South Wales, Australia. It's considered a "heritage-listed" building. This means it's important to protect because of its history and unique design. A famous architect named Alexander Stewart Jolly designed it. It was officially added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on April 2, 1999.
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What is Belvedere?
When Was Belvedere Built?
Belvedere was built in 1919 for a person named C. H. Stockman. He wanted a house with big, wide roofs (called eaves) and large porches (called verandahs). The architect, Alexander Stewart Jolly, loved working with timber. He was also inspired by the Californian Bungalow style of homes.
What Does Belvedere Look Like?
Belvedere is a great example of a large, well-designed Californian Bungalow. It has many features typical of this style:
- Walls with white, rough plaster.
- Areas covered with timber shingles.
- Big, dark wooden beams.
- Low, wide roofs that offer lots of shade.
The house also has a beautiful wide verandah with a polished wooden floor. The roof is made of both hipped (sloping on all sides) and gabled (triangular) sections. These sections are covered with slate tiles.
Unique Features of the House
Alexander Stewart Jolly was known for adding clever ideas to his buildings. Belvedere has a unique rotating cupboard between the kitchen and dining room! This was a very modern "gadget" for its time. The house is still in excellent condition today.
The front door is set back between two strong, rough-plastered pillars. These pillars go up to the roof overhang but don't actually hold it up. The front garden wall and gate also match the rough-plaster style of the house.
What is a Californian Bungalow?
The Californian Bungalow style was very popular in Australia. It came from America and became one of the most successful types of homes built here. Both Belvedere and another house nearby, Egglemont, are impressive examples of this style. These houses are on top of a hill and have great views of the city. Belvedere's wide verandahs were designed to remind its first owner of his country home.
Why is Belvedere Important?
Belvedere is considered one of the best Californian Bungalow designs in New South Wales. A famous architect, J. M. Freeland, called it "an eloquent sculptural statement." This means it was a very artistic and strong design. The Royal Australian Institute of Architects also thinks it's the best work by Alexander Stewart Jolly.
Because of its unique design and historical importance, Belvedere was officially listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register on April 2, 1999.
