Tarranalma

Tarranalma is a two-story residence in Clayfield featuring wide verandahs, rendered brick walls, and a corrugated iron roof with multiple bow windows on both floors. The building displays the typical architecture of wealthy homes from late nineteenth-century Australia.

Built in 1890 for James Milne of Smellie & Co, the residence originally sat on a large country property. Between 1926 and 1929, the estate was subdivided and the grounds were substantially reduced as the area developed.

The central hallway with drawing rooms and dining areas shows how wealthy Queensland families entertained and spent their time in the late 1800s. Visitors can still sense the social habits and daily routines of that era through these interconnected spaces.

The property is located on Tarranalma Avenue and can be viewed from the street, where the architectural details are clearly visible. Access to the interior may be limited depending on opening hours and availability, so check before planning a visit.

The interior was divided into seven separate flats in 1963, making it an unusual example of how grand homes were adapted for multiple families. This conversion was reversed in 1984 when the building returned to being a single residence.