Fowler's Warehouse
Fowler's Warehouse, also known as the Fremantle Furniture Factory, was constructed in 1900 as the principal premises in Western Australia for D. & J. Fowler Ltd. Principally on Henry Street in Fremantle, the building extends through to Pakenham Street, and comprises offices, warehouse, engine room packing and coffee roasting house, stables and sheds. Local architect Frederick William Burwell designed the building. Burwell also designed the Central Chambers, Sail and Anchor Hotel, Victoria Pavilion, Owston's Buildings and Marmion House.
| Fowler's Warehouse | |
|---|---|
| Alternative names | Fremantle Furniture Factory |
| General information | |
| Location | Henry Street back through to Pakenham Street |
| Address | Henry Street, Fremantle |
| Town or city | Fremantle |
| Country | Australia |
| Opened | 1900 |
| Client | D&J Fowler Ltd |
| Owner | City of Fremantle |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect(s) | Frederick William Burwell |
Western Australia Heritage Register | |
| Type | State Registered Place |
| Designated | 9 November 1993 |
| Part of | West End, Fremantle (25225) |
| Reference no. | 889 |
The City of Fremantle purchased the property in 1971 and leased it to a wool stores company. In 1991–1992 the City undertook restoration of the buildings.
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