Craigston

Craigston is an eight-story building in Spring Hill featuring Spanish Mission architecture with arched windows, decorative parapet, and a corner tower topped with terracotta tiles. Medical office suites occupy the lower floors while residential apartments above are accessed through a central elevator.

Built in 1927 by Walter Taylor and designed by architects Atkinson and Conrad, this was Brisbane's first multi-story residential building combining medical offices within the same structure. It established a precedent for mixed-use developments that would reshape the city's skyline.

The name Craigston references a Scottish estate, reflecting early Brisbane's British connections. Today you can observe how the building's Spanish Mission style speaks to a cosmopolitan vision of modern apartment living.

You can view the lobby and ground floor common areas where architectural details stand out most clearly. Visiting on weekday mornings works best as fewer people are moving through the spaces and natural light illuminates the interior design.

A rooftop garden and viewing platform offer a glimpse of how early residents enjoyed panoramic views of Brisbane. Throughout hallways, silky oak dado paneling showcases the craftsmanship and attention to detail typical of the 1920s.