Southland Education

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Two buildings: three-storey brick building fronting Esk Street in a late Victorian/Edwardian style constructed originally for David Strang’s Coffee and Spice Merchant & Manufacturer c. 1912 and later occupied by the Worker’s Education Association (WEA).In good condition.One-storey building to the rear with rendered façade constructed c.1885 -Southland Coffee Mills designed for D Strang by Angus Kerr. Although heavily damaged, the Classical rendered façade features vermiculated decoration, keystones, quoins and other motifs, as well as David Strang, etc. in moulded relief. In poor condition.Significance: Listed; high streetscape and architectural values through its high quality, grand Edwardian aesthetic and three storey height. Strong historical and cultural values from its construction for, and association with, David Strang Ltd through much of the twentieth century.

Doing a 2 day upholstery course. Wonderful tutor Bren helping us all make magical stuff!!! This chair was from the August class!!