The Queensland house or ‘Queenslander’ speaks eloquently of our distinctive lifestyle and is one of the most distinctive architectural designs in Australia.
The most typical early twentieth century Queensland house is characterised by timber construction with corrugated-iron roof;
highset on timber stumps;
single-skin cladding for partitions and sometimes external walls;
verandahs front and/or back, and sometimes the sides;
decorative features to screen the sun or ventilate the interior; and
a garden setting , palm trees and tropical fruit trees. There are many styles of the famous 'Queenslander', but share distinct construction style. They are now valued as a key element of Queensland heritage & conservation & renovation of these homes Queenslanders is widespread. This home was shot at Maryborough....
Great information on this historically. When I think of Australian homes, I picture something like this but out in the middle of nowhere, and not so fancy...stereotype. fav. Thanks.
