Dixon Street Flats, Heritage residential building in Wellington, New Zealand
Dixon Street Flats is a ten-story residential building with clean horizontal lines and minimal decoration typical of modernist design. The structure holds around 115 one-bedroom apartments arranged in a compact layout designed for efficient urban living.
The building was constructed between 1942 and 1947 as part of a government housing program under the First Labour Government. It was built directly in response to the severe housing shortage following World War II in the city.
The flats introduced a new way of living to Wellington residents, bringing European apartment culture to New Zealand after the war. People experienced shared building spaces and a different rhythm of urban living compared to traditional separate homes.
The building is an active residential community, so access to interior spaces is not generally available to visitors. You can view the exterior and facade from the street to appreciate the architectural design and modernist features.
The building received more than 700 applications in 1943 from people seeking affordable homes. This overwhelming response revealed just how desperate the need for accessible housing was in post-war Wellington.
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