Dilhorn House, Federation architecture heritage site in City of Vincent, Perth, Australia

Dilhorn House is a two-story residence at the corner of Bulwer and Lord streets showcasing Federation-era architectural features with Queen Anne style elements. The building retains original details inside that are protected by heritage regulations and maintained over time.

The house was commissioned in 1897 by William Thorley Loton, a merchant and former Perth mayor. Architect Joseph John Talbot Hobbs designed this residence during a transformative period in Australian architecture.

The name Dilhorn is thought to refer to Dilhorne, the Staffordshire home town of William Thorley Loton, who had the house built. Loton, a merchant and Perth mayor from 1901 to 1903, died here on 22 October 1924. After Lady Loton's death in 1927 the house passed through various owners and served as a boarding house.

Dilhorn House stands on high ground at the corner of Bulwer and Lord streets, overlooking Perth Oval. It is occupied by Aurora Environmental, so visitors view the brick and timber exterior from the street; the sixteen-room interior is not open to the public.

The property overlooks Perth Oval, which developed from land that Loton himself sold to the city years after building his house. This direct link between the owner's personal decision and the community space that followed adds an unexpected layer to visiting the site.