Footpath Guides: Melbourne St Kilda 1850-1960

Footpath Guides: Melbourne St Kilda 1850-1960 provides an exploration of the eclectic style of the playful beachside suburb, ranging from Edwardian and Victorian mansions, Art Deco and Spanish Mission apartments, through to Mid-Century Modern flats.

The pocket-sized guide showcases notable architectural examples from the era, taking the reader on a figurative and literal stroll through the built history of one of Australia’s premier urban centres. Designed by Joseph Reed, one of Australia’s most influential Victorian-era architects. The pocket-sized guide showcases notable architectural examples from the era, taking the reader on a figurative and literal stroll through the built history of one of Australia’s premier urban centres. Footpath Guides feature clear maps, concise descriptions and accurate illustrations, showcasing notable examples from each architectural era, spanning the 1810s to the 1990s. Meticulously designed in the graphic style of each era, mixing vintage patterns, retro fonts, clashing colours and abstraction. The Footpath Guides to Melbourne showcase examples of the city’s architecture via easy and insightful self-guided walking tours.