Holy Name Cathedral, Brisbane

Holy Name Cathedral is an incomplete church building in Fortitude Valley featuring only partially constructed sections. The project followed a Renaissance style inspired by St. Paul's Cathedral in London and would have seated about 4000 worshippers, with a substantial dome planned as its crowning feature.

Construction started in 1927 with strong community support, but the economic crisis of the 1930s stopped work permanently. Only the crypt structure reached completion before the project was abandoned.

The name reflects Catholic devotion to Jesus' holy name, a concept that shaped the original architectural vision. Today the site functions as a residential area, yet visitors recognize it as a place connected to the city's religious heritage.

The former construction site sits at the Wickham and Gotha Street intersection in Fortitude Valley, now completely integrated into a modern residential complex. Visitors can view remaining structures from street level and easily access the area on foot.

A special mixture called Benedict stone made from cement and crushed Brisbane rock was manufactured in a dedicated factory for this project. This custom-made building material shows the ambition and technical care that went into the work.

Location: Queensland

Inception: 1935

Architectural style: Renaissance architecture

GPS coordinates: -27.46340,153.02900

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:04