A map of the ground level of the proposed mini-hotel. (photo of the Pioneer Sun)
According to the Pioneer Sun, developer Longrui Group (Longriver) hopes to build a 13-story hotel on the site of Melbourne's (Melbourne Theosophical Society) building, which would be Melbourne's first micro-hotel if completed.
The building, located at 130 Russell Street, was built in 1923 and belongs to the Society of Wonders since 1972. In the 1970s, the Society renovated the interior and understory of the building. At the end of last year, Davis (Savills) agents sold the building for A $23 million.
When the building is dismantled, a glass-faced mini-hotel will be built. The two-story basement will be located between Little Collins Street (Little Collins Street) and Burke Street (Bourke Street) and the room will be minimalist.
The concept of micro-hotels, characterized by very small room facilities, is very popular all over the world.
Giuseppe (Carol Giuseppi), chief executive of (Tourism Accommodation Australia), the Australian tourist accommodation association, says micro-hotels are a worldwide trend.
Giuseppe said: "the room is getting smaller and smaller, the design must be more advanced." This is related to the utilization of space. "
She points out that micro-hotels usually have more community dining and living space, such as the Alex Hotel (Hotel Alex). In (Perth), Boss.
It is reported that the building by Murben City Council heritage review.
"the loss of this building means we will lose the rare example of a fully designed 1970s and the loss of private civic space," said Davis (Tristan Davies), spokesman for the Melbourne Historic Heritage Action Association (Melbourne Heritage Action).