FISH CREEK HOTEL
1 Old Waratah Rd, Fish Creek
Visited: 21st November 2014
Design: Ahh Fish Creek, the surrounding countryside reminds of my time on the Knoydart Peninsula in Scotland when I was crab farming.
The white wash of the newly renovated Fish Creek Hotel has really brought the old girl back to life. A beautiful Art Deco styled building built back in the late 1930's, still stands tall and proud and the centrepiece for the town as you drive in. The Hotel has a UK seaside charm about it even though the Fish Creek is still a good 15-20 minute drive to the closest beach. The door just glowed in the late afternoon sun and looked like a jewel against the blue sky. The sweeping curves of the corners, the guttering, all emphasised by the 3 horizontal lines that wrap the building, all guiding the eye to the entrance. Once again another black door, although in this instance the white walls provide a dramatic contrast allowing the door to become the focal point. The two rectangular steps appear to elevate the door and put it on a pedestal, presenting it in its full glory. The marine light to the left adds that touch of seaside appeal and the PUBLIC BAR sign is the icing on the cake. Clear, defined and with an arrow to die for. Harmony is created here with the streamlined curves against the sharp right angles. The entrance consisted of two black wooden doors with long rectangular top panels of glass. Behind these were two more doors to create a small wind block to cold winter winds. The entrance created a welcoming feeling where you know as soon as you walk through those doors, you are greeted by old friends, a friendly smile and endless hours of banter. There was a slight squeak on the open that really brought the charm of the building to the forefront.
Doors create memories, doors create emotions and sometimes those moments are united when you have the right combination of architecture and the surrounding environment. In this case, thank you Fish Creek Hotel for taking me back to my days as a crab farmer, but also for creating new memories.
The white wash of the newly renovated Fish Creek Hotel has really brought the old girl back to life. A beautiful Art Deco styled building built back in the late 1930's, still stands tall and proud and the centrepiece for the town as you drive in. The Hotel has a UK seaside charm about it even though the Fish Creek is still a good 15-20 minute drive to the closest beach. The door just glowed in the late afternoon sun and looked like a jewel against the blue sky. The sweeping curves of the corners, the guttering, all emphasised by the 3 horizontal lines that wrap the building, all guiding the eye to the entrance. Once again another black door, although in this instance the white walls provide a dramatic contrast allowing the door to become the focal point. The two rectangular steps appear to elevate the door and put it on a pedestal, presenting it in its full glory. The marine light to the left adds that touch of seaside appeal and the PUBLIC BAR sign is the icing on the cake. Clear, defined and with an arrow to die for. Harmony is created here with the streamlined curves against the sharp right angles. The entrance consisted of two black wooden doors with long rectangular top panels of glass. Behind these were two more doors to create a small wind block to cold winter winds. The entrance created a welcoming feeling where you know as soon as you walk through those doors, you are greeted by old friends, a friendly smile and endless hours of banter. There was a slight squeak on the open that really brought the charm of the building to the forefront.
Doors create memories, doors create emotions and sometimes those moments are united when you have the right combination of architecture and the surrounding environment. In this case, thank you Fish Creek Hotel for taking me back to my days as a crab farmer, but also for creating new memories.
Door resistance: 3
Closure mechanism: Hydraulic arm
Draft: Minimal
Squeak level: 2
Change return time: 47 sec
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