The (almost) definitive W&M pics.
Since that bastard earthquake local architect Justin has photographed pretty much all of the pre-1980 Christchurch W&M houses. He tells us the missing ones are RC Ballantyne (back section on Glandovey Rd), Hyslop flats, Fox House, Dorset Flats, Dorset Towers and Weston Flats (within the restricted CBD cordon). Quite an effort!
March 19th, 2011 at 12:59 pm
Good to see most appear to be intact. Looks like most damage is those old block veneer walls, which weren’t tied to the frame, which is now required under the building act. I would expect that that would be repairable, as they are non structural.
March 29th, 2011 at 2:38 am
some of this stuff can be fixed and should be fixed. This is fantastic early NZ modern work and replacing it with a 2011 building would be a shame. These are prime examples of early WAM craft prior to moving up in scale and this handywork now no longer available.
July 13th, 2011 at 6:42 pm
Hi Good to see a lot are in good shape although my Townhouses are missing at 100 Office Road Merivale
Regards Ben
February 14th, 2012 at 10:05 pm
I really admire your dedication to these wonderful buildings.