House

9 Tinakori Road, Thorndon, Wellington
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Image: Charles Collins, 2015
Image: WCC - Charles Collins, 2015


Cityview GIS 2013
Cityview GIS 2013 
1890s - Creator unknown :Photograph of No 1 Tinakori Road with Mrs Innes on verandah to the left. Bradshaw, Muriel Agnes, 1899-1991 :Assorted collection of photographs and carte de visites. Ref: PA3-0331. Alexander Turnbull Library, Wellington, New Zealand. http://natlib.govt.nz/records/22895153

Photograph of 1 Tinakori Road in the 1890s 


National Library reference: Creator unknown :Photograph of No 1 Tinakori Road with Mrs Innes on verandah to the left. Bradshaw, Muriel Agnes, 1899-1991 :Assorted collection of photographs and carte de visites. Ref: PA3-0331. Alexander Turnbull Library, Wellington, New Zealand. http://natlib.govt.nz/records/22895153

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  • Constructed

    1895

  • Architect(s)

    Johnson and Freeman

  • Builder(s)

    Johnson and Freeman

  • This house is of architectural value as a representative of the period in which it was built. The house is relatively simple and unornamented, influenced by Victorian architecture with Italianate features.

     
    While the historical associations may appear slight, as this building has not been associated with any events of great importance, its historical significance is associated with the development of Thorndon as a suburb and helps to reflect the history of the area. 

    This house has some technical values for its materials and as a representative of the construction techniques of the time. It can provide insight into the ways that materials were used and the construction techniques that were employed in the construction of a large wooden house. 

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    • The land at 9 Tinakori Road was originally owned by Sir Charles Clifford, who sold it to Dr John Innes in August 1895. Dr Innes was the first Assistant Master at Wellington Girls. A permit was issued to John Innes to erect a house in Tinakori Road on 30 August 1895 and the builder was Johnson and Freeman.

      A number of additions and alterations have been made to this house; alterations were made in 1927 by P.H. Graham for the then owner Mrs J. Gifford Laurenson. The alterations cost £121 and were constructed by Upton and Shearer. The 1927 alteration included the addition of the small area above the verandah which extended the hallway on the first floor and a window in the south western side of the house. Further alterations were made to the house in 1936 for Mr and Mrs Andrew Todd designed by Stanley Fearn and constructed by builder H.G. Fields for a cost of £280. This is visible as an extension to the verandah with rectangular windows on the north east of the house. 

      The Todds made further alterations in 1938 (addition of a garage) and 1955 (additions to the dwelling). The next listed owners, the Motor Sports Association of New Zealand, made alterations in 1976 (egress) and 1982 (interior alterations). The last listed alterations to the house were carried out in 2005 by the then owner Andrew Devane by Hanns Builders and Joiners.      

      Overall, the house is relatively simple and unornamented, with interest being added by a projecting bay window and arched sash window on the ground floor and round headed sash windows on the upper floor. The house is relatively undecorated apart from the use of eaves and brackets. 


    • Modifications close
      • unknown
      • (original plans not available)
      • 1927
      • 9 Tinakori Road, alterations and additions (00056:37:B3677)
      • 1936
      • 9 Tinakori Road, erect alterations (00056:180:B15798)
      • 1938
      • 9 Tinakori Road, garage (00056:203:B17659)
      • 1955
      • 9 Tinakori Road, additions to dwelling (00056:500:B37466)
      • 1976
      • 9 Tinakori Road, egress (00058:1033:C45016)
      • 1982
      • 9 Tinakori Road, additions and alterations (00058:0:C59651)
      • 1995
      • 9 Tinakori Road, dwelling alterations (00061:38:11113)
      • 2005
      • 9 Tinakori Road, dwelling additions and alterations (00078:1842:127593)
    • Occupation History close
      • unknown
      • Not assessed
  • close Architectural Information
    • Building Classification(s) close

      Not assessed

    • Architecture close

      The house has been built simply, influenced by Victorian architecture with Italianate features. The house is relatively simple and unornamented, with interest being added by a projecting bay window and arched sash window on the ground floor and round headed sash windows on the upper floor. The house is relatively undecorated apart from the use of eaves and brackets.

    • Materials close

      Timber weatherboards

    • Setting close

      This house is situated in Thorndon, an area that has a wide range of Victorian and Edwardian dwellings covering a wide range of social strata. This is a relatively plainly styled residence situated between Tinakori Road and Thorndon Quay.

  • close Cultural Value

    This house is of architectural value as a representative of the period in which it was built. The house is relatively simple and unornamented, influenced by Victorian architecture with Italianate features.

    While the historical associations may appear slight, as this building has not been associated with any events of great importance, its historical significance is associated with the development of Thorndon as a suburb and helps to reflect the history of the area.

    This house has some technical values for its materials and as a representative of the construction techniques of the time. It can provide insight into the ways that materials were used and the construction techniques that were employed in the construction of a large wooden house.

    • Aesthetic Value close

      • Architectural

        Does the item have architectural or artistic value for characteristics that may include its design, style, era, form, scale, materials, colour, texture, patina of age, quality of space, craftsmanship, smells, and sounds?

        This house is of architectural value as a representative of the period in which it was built. The house is relatively simple and unornamented, influenced by Victorian architecture with Italianate features.

      • Townscape

        Does the item have townscape value for the part it plays in defining a space or street; providing visual interest; its role as a landmark; or the contribution it makes to the character and sense of place of Wellington?

        The house at 9 Tinakori Road has townscape value for the contribution that it makes to the Tinakori Road streetscape. It is prominent in the streetscape, and is visually coherent in an area made up of timber villas and workers cottages.

    • Historic Value close

      • Association

        Is the item associated with an important historic event, theme, pattern, phase, or activity?

        While the historical associations may appear slight, as this building has not been associated with any events of great importance, its historical significance is associated with the development of Thorndon as a suburb and helps to reflect the history of the area.

    • Scientific Value close

      • Archaeological

        Does the item have archaeological value for its ability to provide scientific information about past human activity?

        This house is in an area known to have had pre 1900 activity and was an area settled by Maori. It is included in the NZAA Central City Archaeological Area R 27/270.

      • Technological

        Does the item have technological value for its innovative or important construction methods or use of materials?

        This house has some technical values for its materials and as a representative of the construction techniques of the time. It can provide insight into the ways that materials were used and the construction techniques that were employed in the construction of a large wooden house.

    • Social Value close

      Not assessed

    • Level of Cultural Heritage Significance close

      • Authentic

        Does the item have authenticity or integrity because it retains significant fabric from the time of its construction or from later periods when important additions or modifications were carried out?

        This building has authenticity in the retention of its exterior façade and internal features.

      • Local Regional National International

        Is the item important for any of the above characteristics at a local, regional, national, or international level?

        This building is important at a local level and has some modest heritage values, primarily based around the role that the building plays in the streetscape.

      • Representative

        Is the item a good example of the class it represents?

        This house is a good representative of the types of dwellings that were being constructed prior to the turn of the century. It is constructed in materials, and using techniques, that were common to the period.

    • Local / Regional / National / International Importance close

      Not assessed

  • close Site Detail

    • District Plan Number

      18/ 303

    • Legal Description

      Lot 1 DP 17889

    • Heritage New Zealand Listed

      Not Listed

    • Archaeological Site

      NZAA Central City Archaeological Area R27/270

    • Current Uses

      unknown

    • Former Uses

      unknown

    • Has building been funded

      No

    • Funding Amount

      Not applicable

    • Earthquake Prone Status

      Not Earthquake Prone

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Last updated: 9/29/2016 11:35:09 PM