Project 3 brief Site Analysis

about NEWTOWN



History

19th century_
established as a residential and farming area in the early 19th century
named after grocery store 'new town stores'

early 20th century_
the area became increasingly run down as wealthy Sydneysiders preferred to settle in newer and more prestigious areas
In 1949, Newtown was incorporated into the City of Sydney

mid 20th century_
originally a relatively prosperous suburb (Victorian Mansions)
Newtown was a low-income blue collar suburb, often denigrated as a slum
becoming home to a sizeable migrant community
Sydney University / mecca for young people

late 20th century & early 21st century_
Many homes have been restored and represent an example of nineteenth century architecture in Sydney
Northern end > South for rent price


King Street
- main commercial area
- "Eat Street" cafe, pub, restaurant ...
- diverse culture and cuisine

Culture
live music & theatres
Festival : Newtown festival/Feastability/ under the blue moon festival/ the Sydney Fringe
Hot spot for TV & film
Street art : Graffiti

Famous residents
designers, artists, musicians ...





Newtown is . . .
- multicultural space
- entertainment public space
- young, lively mood
- convenient public transportation
- with heritage buildings


reference
text: wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Newtown,_New_South_Wales (accessed 18/05/10)
photo: hyojin jamie yoo (19/05/10)