Precursors to Modernism - lunchtime talk
About
What’s happening in the 1920–50 architectural zeitgeist?It is claimed that there was a ‘trend of the interwar period towards the subtle or minimal decoration as a precursor to Modernism’ in reference to the Federal Capital Commission’s (FCC) housing for Canberra.
Apart from being designed prior to the 1950s how do Canberra’s FCC dwellings show elements towards Modernism. What led to these major shifts and changes in style, materials and even construction? And what was the result?
Our speaker, Eric Martin AM, has practised architecture in Victoria, NSW and the ACT both with government and in private practice. Eric is recognised nationally and internationally for his expertise in conservation of heritage structures, adaptive reuse and accessibility.
Talk and light lunch:
National Trust members $55
Non-members $60
Heritage Festival event organised by the National Trust (ACT) and the Reid Residents Association
Date
Thursday 23 April 2026 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (UTC+11)Location
Mercure Hotel
Ainslie Ave, cnr Limestone Ave, Braddon ACT 2612
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Precursors to Modernism - lunchtime talk
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