University House, Art Deco educational building in Newcastle, Australia
The structure features geometric shapes and ornamental details on the corner of King Street and Auckland Street in Newcastle, New South Wales.
Constructed between 1937 and 1939 for Newcastle Electricity Supply Council Administration, the building opened on September 8, 1938 under the name N.E.S.C.A House.
The University House contains the Newcastle Business School, Legal Centre, and Watt Space Gallery, contributing to the educational landscape of Newcastle.
The heritage-listed building maintains its original architectural elements while accommodating modern educational facilities and administrative offices for university operations.
The building survived the 1989 Newcastle earthquake with minimal damage and received protection status on the New South Wales State Heritage Register in 1999.
Location: New South Wales
Architectural style: Art Deco
Address: 300 King Street, Newcastle, NSW 2300
GPS coordinates: -32.92790,151.77100
Latest update: March 4, 2025 05:00
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