Melbourne Mansions, Art Nouveau residential building in Victoria, Australia
Melbourne Mansions is a five-story residential building in Victoria with curved lines and natural motifs throughout its architecture. Decorative elements flow across the entire structure, creating a unified design that extends from top to bottom.
Architect Walter Butler designed the residential building in 1906 when Art Nouveau architecture was gaining recognition in Australian cities. The time of construction coincided with a movement that brought organic forms into modern design.
The building shows early twentieth-century design through its flowing lines and organic forms drawn from nature. Visitors can see these curved details in the exterior and decorations that set it apart from neighboring structures.
The building still serves its original residential function and sits in the center of Victoria's urban area. A daytime visit works best for viewing the details of the facade and ornamental features clearly.
Each floor displays specialized crafted details that reflect the Art Nouveau movement and its focus on artistic expression. These ornamental features make each level of the building a work of art in itself.
Location: Victoria
Inception: 1906
Architects: Walter Butler
Architectural style: Art Nouveau
Floors above the ground: 5
GPS coordinates: -37.81450,144.97100
Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:42
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