The Mansions was erected in the
early 1890’s during the late Victorian era period. This
period is called the Victorian boom era and is marked with
extravagant and big houses. The Mansions building is a superb
example of free classical terrace and deep arcaded verandas
giving it an outstanding appearance. The Boardroom is magnificently
decorated in Victorain style with Queensland Red Cedar panelling
and a beautiful fire place.
The building originally consisted of six three-storied brick
terrace houses to a design by architect G.H.M. Addison and
was intended as housing for the Queensland Premier and senior
ministers. The first female doctor in Queensland, Dr Lillian
V. cooper, lived here in 1892. Later it was converted to a
school and boarding house. In 1954 it was acquired by the
Queensland Government for public service use. The Boardroom
was originally the dining room of the attached house.
The Boardroom is located in the Mansions which is conveniently
located on the corner of George and Margaret Streets in the
heart of the government precinct of the CBD. Parliament House
and other government agencies are only a stone throw away,
as are café’s, restaurants and the botanical
gardens. The building is easily accessible by public transport. |
