Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2021L01306:reg:91:p2
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2021L01306
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 91 (pt 2/5)
Character Range: 187277–190297

and the ethnological and aboriginal material held within its collection. Many Australians recall a visit to the Institute because of these items.

  The collection of historic audio-visual materials and recordings held in the NFSA Building is of high social significance, protecting, recalling and promoting an integral historic phase of Australian social and cultural development.

  4.5.6    Comment on Other CHL Criteria

  These are not identified as official listed values but some comments follow an assessment against
  these criteria.

  Research Value (CHL 3)

  The building's history, detail and excellent representational qualities of stripped classical with Art Deco detail will always mean the place will continue to reveal information that contributes to current and future generations' understanding of Australian cultural history.

  Aesthetic Value (CHL 5)

  MAIN BUILDING

  The aesthetic value of the main building relates to its strong symmetrical plan around a central entry with the axial design extending into the courtyard. This has been retained in the design of the Annex.

  The grand eastern façade and entrance portico exhibits the use of high-quality materials, detailing and craftsmanship. The glazed terracotta frieze panels below windows are unique to the building and contribute greatly to its appeal. The sandstone detailing on all façades of the original building is of a high quality, but particularly the column shaft and capital details on the eastern (main) elevation.

  The main building has aesthetic value as a fine example of post war stripped classical style overlayed externally and internally, with details of Art Deco influence. The Annex addition is a competent sympathetic addition.

  The interior of the main building presents a substantially intact example of a typically Art Deco style interior. The quality of detail resolution and craftsmanship is high throughout the building.

  The Luxfer glazed skylights to the foyer and library are elements of significant aesthetic value. The skylight in the foyer with its platypus design is unique to the building.

  Spaces within the building demonstrating significant aesthetic value are the two exhibition halls, foyer, library and internal courtyard and colonnade.

  RESIDENCE

  The residence contains aesthetic value in its simple two storey gabled form. Detailing is simple yet elegant with a mix of Art Deco and Federal Capital style influences externally.

  The interior presents a reasonably intact example of Art Deco style residential internal decoration.

  LANDSCAPE & SETTING

  The overall setting of the building, with the front entrance addressing the McCoy Circuit axis, the semicircular access road all set in an open area of scattered trees is one of pleasing design. The remnant plantings and grasses from predevelopment of the site are reminders of the early landscape of the area. The more intimate garden around the residence also retains a pleasant form. Parts of Bruce's original design